Royce Steve Ulsh, Sr.

Otto, NC - Royce Steve Ulsh, Sr. age 70, of Otto, NC passed away Sunday, January 15, 2012. Born in Dade Co., FL, he was the son of the late Leroy Edward and Mary Emma Jones Ulsh. He was married to Joanne Marie Sontag Ulsh for 48 years. Royce was in the recycling business and was known as "The Junk Man".

In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Carla Marie Ellis of Hayesville, NC; one son, Royce Steve Ulsh, Jr. of Otto, NC and one sister, Mary Gelane Ulsh of Cleveland, OH. Five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren also survive.

No services are planned at this time. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, Mid-Atlantic Affiliate, PO Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058-5216.

Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.Online condolences are available by visiting bryantgrantfuneralhome.com or by email.