Marshall Roy Dorsey, 89, of Henderson, Kentucky, passed away Monday, December 20, 2021, at St. Anthony's Hospice Lucy Smith King Care Center.

Born February 24, 1932, Roy was a Korean War U.S. Air Force veteran serving as an airplane mechanic.  His professional career spanned many years in the electric utility industry and then as an Electrical Engineering Consultant.  Roy loved gardening and enjoyed owning and operating Dorsey Groves while living in Florida.  He loved dreaming and planning and working alongside his wife, Carolyn, for over 41 years.  They had many adventures and were each other's best friend and encourager.  Roy was a Deacon at First Christian Church where he taught Sunday School, sang in the choir, tended the church garden, and served as Finance and Board Chairman.

Survivors include his wife, Carolyn; seven children, Marshall, Linda, David, Bonnie, Carol, Edward, and Amber; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandson.

There will be no services at his request.

Contributions in Roy's memory may be made to St. Anthony's Hospice, 2410 South Green Street, Henderson, Kentucky 42420 or the First Christian Church Memorial Fund, 830 South Green Street, Henderson, Kentucky 42420.

Rudy-Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be made at www.rudyrowland.com .