Darwin Hayes "Mountain Man" Royal, age 84, of Forest City, died Tuesday, December 5, 2017, at his home. He was a native of Eatonton, GA and the son of the late William Hayes Royal and the late Nancy Thelma Teat Royal. "Mountain Man" was an avid fisherman and never met a stranger. He is survived by his wife of 38 years Catherine Kelly Royal. Three Daughters: Cathe Graves and husband Bob of San Antonio, TX. Nance Bryant of Forest City. Liz Segers and husband James of Forest City. One Son: Dan Royal of Forest City Twelve Grandchildren Thirty Four Great-Grandchildren Sixteen Great Great Grandchildren The funeral service will be at Cornerstone Fellowship Church at 11:00 AM, Friday, December 8, 2017 with Reverend Mike Deese officiating. Interment will be at the Royal Family Cemetery. The family will greet friends after the graveside committal service at the Royal Family Cemetery.