Roy P. Grillo

Roy P. Grillo, age 60, a long time resident of Ojai, California, and recently of Kalispell, Montana, passed away September 26, 2022. He was born January 6, 1962 in Spring Valley, New York. He was predeceased by his parents, Roy Grillo and Corinne Grillo (DiRocco.)
Roy was a selfless, devoted father and husband, a loving son, brother, uncle, cousin, and a friend to many. Roy was an accomplished artist and true philosopher. Professionally, he expressed himself through multiple art modalities. In addition to being an artist, Roy was a teacher, real estate agent, swimmer, and marathon runner.
Roy loved nature and being outdoors. Some of his favorite places were Ojai and Santa Barbara, California, and Glacier National Park.
Roy is survived by his three beloved children: Rosario, Santino and Pascale; his wife and the mother of his children, Pauline Graziano Grillo; sister, Michelle Grillo DeFeo (John); brother, Anthony Grillo (Krista); brother, John Grillo (Bernadette); brother, Dean Grillo (Lise); cousins, Frank Grillo, Anthony Grillo, and Jennifer Grillo-Neimark; numerous nieces and nephews; and his many cousins in the DiRocco and Pesce families.
Celebrations of Roy P. Grillo’s life will be held at future dates, to be determined, in both California and New York. To send online condolences, please visit www.columbiamortuary.com.
 

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