Roy Alvin Pedersen, 82, of Cook, MN., passed away on Monday, November 26, 2018.

Roy was born to Alvin and Lillian (Anderson) Pedersen on April 4, 1936 in Duluth, MN. Roy grew up in the Silverdale community. He attended Silverdale School and Orr High School. He enlisted in the Navy in 1954 and served honorably for four years as a Gunners Mate. He served on the USS Marshall and one of the last two battleships; USS Iowa and USS Sierra. He was stationed in San Diego, CA and Norfolk, VA. He traversed the Mediterranean Sea many times; sailing as a proud Navy man to Denmark, Sweden, and wherever duty called him.

After being honorably discharged from the Navy, Roy gained employment as a truck driver. He worked for KGM for 20 years, after which he was self-employed; owning his own semi. He retired in 1996.

Roy enjoyed fishing, hunting, going to auctions, garage sales and the thrift shop. He was a perfectionist at keeping his trucks and cars sparkling clean. He was nicknamed "WW" (wash and wax) by his fellow employees. His favorite hobby was chatting with friends and family at McDonalds, which he jokingly called "his office".

Roy was preceded in death by his parents; sister Vivian Manick; and brother-in-law, John Manick.

Roy is survived by "the love of his life" Kathleen Snell; son Jeffrey Pedersen; daughter Michelle (Kevin) Cheney and grandson Dylan; special daughter Leah (Steven) Geray and grandsons Henry and Drayke; special son Jacob (Kristen) Snell; special nephews and niece: Mike Manick, Rick Manick, John "Weasel" Manick; Dan (Linda) Manick; Dave (Sandra) Manick; Bill Manick; Robert Manick; Joe (Michelle) Manick; and Sandra (Dave) Georgeson; and several great nieces and nephews. A private family service will be held at a later date. To leave an online condolence visit www.mlakerfuneralhome.com