February 12, 2021
February 12, 2021
Be thou at peace, my young brother. Thank you
This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Adam Royal . We will remember him forever.
Captain Adam Robert Royal, 32, passed away at his home on 9/7/2020. Adam Royal was born on June 4, 1988, in New London, CT to his parents Gary R. Royal and the late Emily K. Lott-Royal.
Adam graduated from Wilby High School in Waterbury, CT where he excelled as a student-athlete. During his senior year at Wilby, Adam set records in track and won the New England Championship in the 400 Meter race in 48.7 seconds. With this win and all the work he put in, Adam set his eyes on only one school, The United States Military Academy at West Point. When he was a young age, Adam decided he wanted to join the Army. Captain Royal was a decorated veteran who served in Afghanistan and spent 8 years in active duty after being commissioned as 2nd Lieutenant in 2010 by graduating from West Point Military Academy with his Bachelor's in Computer Science. After graduating from Westpoint, He served as Reconnaissance Officer, Platoon leader, Assistant Operations Officer, and Executive Officer while stationed in Ft. Riley, KS between 2010-2014. Adam then served as Student Officer in Ft. Leonard Wood, MO from 2014-2015. At his final post in Ft. Hood, TX from 2015-2018, Captain Royal served as Plans Officer, Contingency Operations Plans Officer, and Commander of Alpha Combat Engineering Company, Regimental Engineer Squadron, 3rd Cavalry Regiment in Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan.
While serving his country, Captain Royal received the following service Decorations, Medals, Badges, and Awards:
Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal (2nd award), Army Achievement Medal (2nd award), National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Campaign Stars, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, and Nato Medal.
Captain Adam Royal continued his education after graduating from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 2010. He completed his Master's of Science in Engineering Management at the University of Missouri in 2015 and was starting his 3rd year of Law School at Georgetown University in Washington D.C. He completed his first Internship at Morgan Lewis Law firm this summer where he was pursuing a career in Patent Law.
When he wasn’t working, Adam had a passion for skiing, duck hunting, riding his motorcycle and all things electronic. Adam had a brilliant mind. He was multilingual and his many achievements and awards are a testament to his passion for learning, his tenacity, his competitiveness, and his ability to be a true leader. His kindness, infectious smile, and ability to make you laugh are qualities his family and friends will hold in their hearts forever.
Adam was preceded in death by his Mother, Emily K. Lott-Royal, Grandfathers James Edward Lott and James Robert Royal, Grandmother Dorothy Jean Hightower-Lott, and beloved Aunt Dorothy "Eileen" Lott-George who served as his surrogate mother after Emily's passing. He is survived by his Father Gary Royal, older Brother James Lott, older Sister Heather Royal, younger Sister Alivia Royal, younger Brother Austin Royal, Grandmother Joanna Graham, Grandfather Terry Graham, Nieces Amia and Tatyana, Nephews Jayce and Jeremiah, along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Arrangements-
A Private Memorial Service will be held Saturday October 24th, 2020 at 1 pm at the Alderson-Ford Funeral Home of Cheshire, 615 S. Main St, Cheshire, CT 06410. There are no calling hours. For online condolences, to share a photo or a story, please visit www.fordfh.com
Interment will be held on Monday, October 26th at 12 noon at the CT State Veterans Cemetery, 317 Bow Ln, Middletown, CT 06457. There is an open invitation to the interment service where Captain Royal will receive military honors and be laid to rest. If you wish to send flowers or cards, please forward to the funeral home for the private memorial service. We will be following all state guidelines in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Interment service max outdoor limit is 150 per CT state Phase 3 guidelines. Attendance at both the private memorial and the interment will require social distancing and the wearing of face masks.
Captain Adam Robert Royal, 32, passed away at his home on 9/7/2020. Adam Royal was born on June 4, 1988, in New London, CT to his parents Gary R. Royal and the late Emily K. Lott-Royal.
Adam graduated from Wilby High School in Waterbury, CT where he excelled as a student-athlete. During his senior year at Wilby, Adam set records in track and won the New England Championship in the 400 Meter race in 48.7 seconds. With this win and all the work he put in, Adam set his eyes on only one school, The United States Military Academy at West Point. When he was a young age, Adam decided he wanted to join the Army. Captain Royal was a decorated veteran who served in Afghanistan and spent 8 years in active duty after being commissioned as 2nd Lieutenant in 2010 by graduating from West Point Military Academy with his Bachelor's in Computer Science. After graduating from Westpoint, He served as Reconnaissance Officer, Platoon leader, Assistant Operations Officer, and Executive Officer while stationed in Ft. Riley, KS between 2010-2014. Adam then served as Student Officer in Ft. Leonard Wood, MO from 2014-2015. At his final post in Ft. Hood, TX from 2015-2018, Captain Royal served as Plans Officer, Contingency Operations Plans Officer, and Commander of Alpha Combat Engineering Company, Regimental Engineer Squadron, 3rd Cavalry Regiment in Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan.
While serving his country, Captain Royal received the following service Decorations, Medals, Badges, and Awards:
Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal (2nd award), Army Achievement Medal (2nd award), National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Campaign Stars, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, and Nato Medal.
Captain Adam Royal continued his education after graduating from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 2010. He completed his Master's of Science in Engineering Management at the University of Missouri in 2015 and was starting his 3rd year of Law School at Georgetown University in Washington D.C. He completed his first Internship at Morgan Lewis Law firm this summer where he was pursuing a career in Patent Law.
When he wasn’t working, Adam had a passion for skiing, duck hunting, riding his motorcycle and all things electronic. Adam had a brilliant mind. He was multilingual and his many achievements and awards are a testament to his passion for learning, his tenacity, his competitiveness, and his ability to be a true leader. His kindness, infectious smile, and ability to make you laugh are qualities his family and friends will hold in their hearts forever.
Adam was preceded in death by his Mother, Emily K. Lott-Royal, Grandfathers James Edward Lott and James Robert Royal, Grandmother Dorothy Jean Hightower-Lott, and beloved Aunt Dorothy "Eileen" Lott-George who served as his surrogate mother after Emily's passing. He is survived by his Father Gary Royal, older Brother James Lott, older Sister Heather Royal, younger Sister Alivia Royal, younger Brother Austin Royal, Grandmother Joanna Graham, Grandfather Terry Graham, Nieces Amia and Tatyana, Nephews Jayce and Jeremiah, along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Arrangements-
A Private Memorial Service will be held Saturday October 24th, 2020 at 1 pm at the Alderson-Ford Funeral Home of Cheshire, 615 S. Main St, Cheshire, CT 06410. There are no calling hours. For online condolences, to share a photo or a story, please visit www.fordfh.com
Interment will be held on Monday, October 26th at 12 noon at the CT State Veterans Cemetery, 317 Bow Ln, Middletown, CT 06457. There is an open invitation to the interment service where Captain Royal will receive military honors and be laid to rest. If you wish to send flowers or cards, please forward to the funeral home for the private memorial service. We will be following all state guidelines in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Interment service max outdoor limit is 150 per CT state Phase 3 guidelines. Attendance at both the private memorial and the interment will require social distancing and the wearing of face masks.
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September 22, 2020
September 22, 2020
I coordinate community service projects for incoming first-year law students at Georgetown, and Adam reached out to ask if he could join the group volunteering at the Armed Forces Retirement Home. The group was full, but Adam shared that he was a veteran and so had a particular interest, so I asked if he'd be willing to serve as a team leader. I normally have upper-level students fill that role, but he said that he'd be more than happy to step up. Our contact at AFRH had this to say about Adam and team: "This group was a pleasure to host. They were kind and enthusiastic towards all of the residents they encountered and respectful of the home that they entered today. The residents both appreciated and enjoyed their company. I also believe that the students' experiences here will serve as a great bonding experience for this cohort." My condolences.
September 22, 2020
September 22, 2020
Adam and I happened to sit next/near each other in a bunch of classes during 1L, usually near the back of the room. Little by little we got to know each other and I got a sense of the quick-witted, kind man that he was. I admired that he had his convictions and was not afraid to talk through them, always in good spirits. We were partners during our 1L writing class's moot court exercise and I remember the fun we had casually planning our arguments. The dude showed up five minutes late, but in true Adam fashion, handled all the judge's questions with confidence and panache. Last time we spoke, right before winter break last year, he said he had some extra Carolina Reaper peppers and he wanted to give some to me. We never got around to it. I'm lucky to have gotten to know him a bit and I feel for his family members that are missing a full, vibrant man. The world is less without you.
September 22, 2020
September 22, 2020
When I first got to Georgetown, I feared I was in over my head. Imposter syndrome set in right away and I was afraid I wouldn’t be able to relate to any of my classmates. I decided to volunteer at the Armed Forces Retirement Home as part of our Week One festivities — this is where I met Adam and was relieved that I had found a friend. His matter-of-fact humor and overall wittiness cracked me up whenever we spoke. He was never afraid to voice his opinion no matter how controversial (at least at Georgetown) and walked into rooms with a certain confidence — dare I say, swagger — that let you know he wasn’t there to kiss anyone’s ass. I appreciated that about him. Though I regret we hadn’t spoke in depth in awhile, I can honestly say that Adam was a good friend and a good man. He will be sorely missed. Til next time, brother
September 21, 2020
September 21, 2020
I was lucky enough to have Adam as my classmate in both Patent Law and Patent Appeals. He marched to the beat of his own drummer. Sometimes students who don't understand the answer right away just give up, but not Adam. His follow-up questions to the professors helped me understand the topic in a better way. He came prepared, with his high tech touch-pad and a new set of eyes, and helped the whole class learn by his engagement. I was hoping to see him in the patent law community we were both entering for years to come, and the world is smaller for not having him in it. I am so sorry for your loss.
September 21, 2020
September 21, 2020
I had the pleasure of having Adam as a student in a one-week simulation course on Congressional hearings. Adam produced excellent work, went above-and-beyond in his preparation, and was simply a pleasure to teach and to be in the presence. The world benefitted so much from Adam's life. I send my deepest condolences to his loved ones. - Indi
September 20, 2020
September 20, 2020
My Beloved Spiritual Son of MBCC's Ministry Adam ... I am Praying for Your Safe Passage. Go to the Light! Go to the Light, and Rest Peacefully in God. Warrior, You came to this life, Completed Your Work, and went home to be with Your Beloved Mother Emily, Your Aunt - Minister Eileen, Ancestors who Loved You and God. As, your Children's Pastor, I am so blessed and humbled that God saw it fitting to share your Precious Life with me. I will continue to light candles of Peace for you and pray that you will now be Our Warrior Guardian Angel. You accomplished Greatness on earth and I know God will continue to do even greater works through Your Spirit from Heaven. For, you truly are a Great Man and God always seems to call Great Men home early, as God did Jesus, Martin, and Malcolm. Yes, Beloved, You earned Your Wings, Let Your Light Shine, now Soar!!! I Love You and will do my best to comfort your Sister Heather. Trust, You will Never Die! Your Spirit will Live On Eternally! Forever One In Christ. Amen & Ase'. Lovingly In the Spirit!~Pastor B. Amen and Ase'
September 18, 2020
September 18, 2020
Sending the entire Lott and Royal families our deepest condolences. Take comfort in knowing that he is in a better place, sitting on the lap of our Lord.
With deepest sympathy
Linnet Carty
With deepest sympathy
Linnet Carty
September 18, 2020
September 18, 2020
I couldn’t be more proud of your accomplishments...and more overwhelmed at your loss cuzzo. It literally took the breath out of my body. I don’t think I’ve hurt that much in ages. I don’t know if it was the unexpected loss, the insurmountable loss or the realization that I would get to see you and J Ryan go back and forth anymore. Those moments were priceless... I hurt that you guys won’t get to raise your kids together and see what I saw in you both. You truly were a brilliant mind and I admire that you lived every moment of your life unapologetically. Nothing wasted. You left quite a legacy in such a short amount of time and I am honored to say we share a bloodline. I pray that your rest, you’ve found. I pray that your transition was easy and that you felt no loneliness but only the welcoming arms of the Father and the sweet smile of your mother as you entered in... Until we meet again...
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February 12, 2021
February 12, 2021
Be thou at peace, my young brother. Thank you
September 22, 2020
September 22, 2020
I coordinate community service projects for incoming first-year law students at Georgetown, and Adam reached out to ask if he could join the group volunteering at the Armed Forces Retirement Home. The group was full, but Adam shared that he was a veteran and so had a particular interest, so I asked if he'd be willing to serve as a team leader. I normally have upper-level students fill that role, but he said that he'd be more than happy to step up. Our contact at AFRH had this to say about Adam and team: "This group was a pleasure to host. They were kind and enthusiastic towards all of the residents they encountered and respectful of the home that they entered today. The residents both appreciated and enjoyed their company. I also believe that the students' experiences here will serve as a great bonding experience for this cohort." My condolences.
September 22, 2020
September 22, 2020
Adam and I happened to sit next/near each other in a bunch of classes during 1L, usually near the back of the room. Little by little we got to know each other and I got a sense of the quick-witted, kind man that he was. I admired that he had his convictions and was not afraid to talk through them, always in good spirits. We were partners during our 1L writing class's moot court exercise and I remember the fun we had casually planning our arguments. The dude showed up five minutes late, but in true Adam fashion, handled all the judge's questions with confidence and panache. Last time we spoke, right before winter break last year, he said he had some extra Carolina Reaper peppers and he wanted to give some to me. We never got around to it. I'm lucky to have gotten to know him a bit and I feel for his family members that are missing a full, vibrant man. The world is less without you.
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September 18, 2020
If there’s one thing Adam knew how to do better than most, it was how to have a good time. Over the 6 years I knew Adam, we have plentiful memories centering around themes of laughter, adventure, and confiding in one another. Some of ya’ll may not know this, but Adam taught himself how to ski in literally one day. I don’t mean stumbling down the mountain kind of skiing, but rather tackling expert slopes on day 1. A testament to (1) his independent nature, (2) his insane athletic ability, and (3) his determination. While I wasn’t there for that day (I hadn’t met my partner, Marc, Adam’s long-standing army buddy and roomie yet), I had the immense joy of getting to shred the slopes with Adam for 6 years. He actually WAS there my first day of skiing (and made it very clear to me that I could do anything, although it was mixed with plenty of shit talking - in true Adam fashion - as I stumbled my way down the mountain, looking anything but graceful). Over the 6 years we were friends we skied, went to musical festivals, visited plenty of night clubs, took far too many lemon drop shots, and spent numerous hours chatting via late night phone and video calls. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, Adam could make me laugh like no other. He could also argue so well he made me cry on one occasion (LOL). There’s no doubt he would have made an outstanding lawyer! His memory will live on through the many stories we have together and I look forward to sharing those stories for the rest of my life. Peace to y’all in this time of mourning. Adam was a true, shining light in my life and my love for him will never cease.