Rev. Roy Richard “Dick” True
February 9, 1941- November 9, 2026
Rev. Roy Richard “Dick” True, 85, of Anderson, passed away on November 9, 2026 at Life’s Journey Hospice House in Avon, following a short illness. He was born on February 9, 1941 in Indianapolis, the son of Roy G. True and Vivian J. (Rauth) True.
Dick was a graduate of Milligan College and later the Christian Theological Seminary. He met his wife Sheila (Ottinger) True at church youth group when they were in high school, and following college, they were married July 21, 1961.
Dick spent his working career consoling and supporting individuals who were going through some of the lowest moments in their lives. He began his career as a pastor, serving a total of 12 years at three churches. Later, he became a certified chaplain and would serve at St. John’s Hospital, Visiting Nurse Health Care, as an aftercare chaplain with Rozelle-Johnson Funeral Service and finally 20 years at Community Hospital Anderson.
Dick was an avid bird watcher, prolific reader, and enjoyed golf. He currently attended Park Place Church of God. Dick was a family man, and above all else valued family gatherings and spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren, which brought him great joy.
He is survived by his wife Sheila; three children, Susan (John) Kane of McCordsville; Rebecca (Jim) Hopper of Plainfield, Andy (Annette) True of Kingsport, Tennessee; seven grandchildren, Rebekah Levy, Brendan Kane, Ben (Grace) Kane, Zachary (Bridget) Hopper, Jacob (Tressia) Hopper, Emma True, Ryan True; four great grandchildren, Samson Levy, Rory Hopper, Piper Hopper, and Lincoln Hopper; a sister, Nancy (Jerry) Gastineau; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A memorial celebration will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2026 at Rozelle-Johnson Funeral Service. Visitation with the family will be held from 12 Noon until 2:00 pm , followed by the service at 2:00 pm, officiated by Dr. Jonathan Grubbs of Park Place Church of God.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial contributions may be given to Milligan University-Milligan Fund, P.O. Box 750, Milligan, TN 37682 or Park Place Church of God, Food Pantry, 501 College Drive, Anderson, IN 46012