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LeRoy Banks Attaway, Jr. KANSAS CITY, MO - LeRoy Banks Attaway, Jr., writer and photographer, died suddenly on May 9, 2010, in Kansas City. Born in 1937 in Walterboro, SC and educated at UNC Chapel Hill, Roy was Editor-in-Chief of Boating, Yachting, and Motorboating & Sailing magazines, a writer and director for ABC's The American Sportsman, and author of A Home in the Tall Marsh Grass. His photographs were shown in various galleries and often accompanied his writings. In 2001 he and his wife Robyn Gill Attaway moved from New York to Kansas City. He is survived by his wife, three children by his first marriage, and his former wife Jane Conklin. Interment will be at the Church of St. Helena, Beaufort, SC. Donations in his memory may be made to the Sports Communication Program, UNC School of Journalism, Campus Box 3365, Chapel Hill, NC 27599. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on May 16, 2010.

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Roy at work on a 60 Sea Ray going up the Tenn-Tom

Don Pretlow

April 10, 2011

Erika Stalzer White

November 5, 2010

Robyn, I am so sorry to hear of Roy's passing. I have always admired your relationship. I hope you are okay and know that you are in our hearts and prayers.

Shawn Peterson

June 30, 2010

Robyn,

I just heard the sad news, so sorry to hear about Roy. My thoughts are with you and hope you are OK.

May 21, 2010

Dear Robyn,
I hope you remember me from your AMC days, a lifetime ago. I heard about your beloved husband and I wanted to extend my sincerest condolences to you and your family. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Roy but by all accounts, he was an amazing human being, living life to the fullest and having a huge impact on everyone around him. There are not many people you can say that about. I know he will be sorely missed. Robyn, may you find peace and solace among your loved ones and friends. You are in my prayers.
Liliana Epstein, Pompano Beach FL

Heidi Macalle

May 20, 2010

Dear Robyn,
I just heard the very sad news of your loss. I know that from our many conversations and having seen you and Roy together at my wedding that you were partners in every way and shared a love for life and each other. Your husband Roy was the one who got me hooked on ZeZe's flowers, which he often sent to you and to this day, are the only flowers my husband sends to me. Roy had great taste, which clearly extended to everything he chose in his life, including his wife. My heart goes out to you.

Heidi Macalle

Sharon Crabtree

May 19, 2010

Robyn - Harold and I are so sorry for the loss of Roy. I believe you were truly soulmates. What an amazing love you shared. I want you to know you and your extended family are in our hearts and in our prayers.

Noel Atherton

May 19, 2010

the best ratatouille chef in the world - par excellence !! The LowCountry has lost one of its truest spirits

Barbara Guardado

May 18, 2010

Hi Robyn,you are in my thoughts and prayers, upon reading about Roy, what an inspiring story of Roys life, he lived his life well.Then the best part, is when he met you.....

Chris Darst

May 17, 2010

Robyn, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers as you coupe with this tragic incident.

Rick Gaffney

May 14, 2010

You have my deepest condolences at the untimely passing of Roy Attaway. I had the great pleasure of reading Roy's essays for over 3 decades, and I wrote for him at several different publications, leaning always from his editing. I have always enjoyed Roy's zest for life, his unfailing good humor, his childlike exuberance about places he'd been, and his craftsmanship as a writer, editor and photographer. The world of boating and travel journalism has lost one of its greats, and Roy will not soon be forgotten by those of us who so enjoyed working with him, and perusing his work.

Ruben Batrez

May 14, 2010

Robyn, I was so sorry to hear of your loss.May God bless you, your family along with Roy's family during this difficult time.

Jon Willman

May 14, 2010

Over the past 30 years, Roy and I have shared many boating adventures. Always the gentlemen, a good shipmate and patient passenger. His talent with camera and pen will endure - the consummate professional journalist. He will be missed. Let's all raise a glass in his memory.

May 13, 2010

Catherine, my deepest condolences to you and your family over the loss of your father. May you all find peace in the days to come and comfort in the loving memories you share. Barbara Lachover (Atlanta, GA)

May 13, 2010

Catherine...I'm so sorry for your loss. Please let me know what I can do to help. I love you...call when you need to.

Gwendolyn Tedford

May 13, 2010

Catherine, this is a lovely tribute to your father. My thoughts are with you and your family in this time of loss.

Cindy Saito

May 13, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

Linda Durbin

May 13, 2010

From what I understand, Roy was a wonderful husband to his wife Robyn, their love for one another was amazing. . . beyond words. They enjoyed each others company more than I can ever imagine. Robyn, my heart goes out to you and the extended family at this sad time.

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