Browse the obituary of residing in the province of Nouveau-Brunswick for funeral details
John William “Billie” Roach Obituary
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of John William (Billie) Roach of Moncton. Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and family patriarch who passed away peacefully at the age of 92 on November 12, 2024, at the Moncton Hospital. Born in Main River, New Brunswick on June 18, 1932, he was the son of the late Thomas and Lillian (Fahey) Roach.
He will be sadly missed by the love of his life, his wife of 68 years Audrey (Markey) Roach. By his children Mike, Connie (Jeff) Geddes, Tim (Patty), Rick (Darcy) and Dan (Sherri). His grandchildren Tom (Jessica), Tyler, Jillian (Dom) Poirier, Bobbie Lynn, Melissa (Ian), Becky, Jessica (Bill) Melee, Aimee, Robert (Jessica) Smith, Courtney (Marco) Poirier and Billy. He will be dearly missed by his 14 great grandchildren, Dustin, Harlen, Rya, Hayden, Sawyer, Maverick, Olivia, Emmett, Lilly, Audrey, Maxime, Maya, Lawson and Ryker and brother-in-law Gerald Markey. He was also a special uncle to his many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his brother Gerald (Myrtle) his sisters Helen (Edwin) Hudson and Kathryn (Harry) Larson and his sister-in-law Barbra Markey.
Billie worked at CNR for 38 years as a station agent and telegrapher. In retirement, he spent his summers at his camp in Main River, always with grand children in tow. In later years, he looked forward to the weekends when the great grandchildren would show up and fill the chairs at the kitchen table. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spent many mornings enjoying coffee with his CN friends and Kent County neighbor’s. A Kent County historian, he could recall names and stories of times long passed with ease.
His warmth, generosity and sharp sense of humour will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Let us remember his laughter, his stories and the love he so freely gave. He will forever reside in our hearts guiding us with his enduring love.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of the Moncton City Hospital.
Visitation at Fergusons Funeral Home, 1657 Mountain Road, Moncton (506-858-1995) on Monday from 1:00 to 3:00 pm and 6:00 to 8:00 pm. A Funeral Liturgy will be held from Fergusons Funeral Home Chapel on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 11:00 am. Reception will follow in the Funeral Home Reception Centre. Interment will take place at Chapel Point Cemetery, Kent Co.
In memory of John, memorial contributions to the Chapel Point Cemetery Fund would be appreciated. Online condolences for the family may be shared at
www.fergusonsfuneralhome.com
To send flowers to the family of John William “Billie”, please
visit our floral store.
Support and Share
How did you know John William “Billie” Roach?
Family
Friend
Work
Other
Help others honor John William “Billie”’s memory
Share Obituary
November 12 2024
Death notice for the town of: Moncton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
death notice John William Billie Roach November 12 2024
obituaries notice John William Billie Roach November 12 2024
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of John William Billie Roach November 12 2024 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
