Roy Disney, 1930 - 2009
It was with sadness that I read today of the passing of Roy Disney.
The word “legend” is frequently used when speaking of the Disney clan, but what I’ll always remember about Roy is the personal. As a relatively young CG artist working the “Fantasia” sequel in 1995, it was a remarkable experience to have Roy suddenly pop into my office one day as I was modeling 3D characters for the film’s “Steadfast Tin Soldier” sequence. The shock of seeing the spitting image of Walt standing in my doorway was eased by Roy’s disarming, “Hello there, young fella! What are you working on?” Sitting next to Roy for 5 minutes, showing him my work (and silently praying to God that he wouldn’t hate it as the production coordinators paced nervously in the hallway) was indescribable. I’ll never forget Roy’s kindness, his gentle humor and his encouragement.
Roy truly cared for The Walt Disney Company as only a Disney could. His family touch will be truly missed.
R.I.P. Roy!
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