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Walter Roach Obituary
Walter Daniel Roach, 71, of Phoenix AZ, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, March 13. Walter was born June 6, 1939 in Cambridge MA and began a life-long newspaper career at age 10 as a carrier. He rose to become publisher of both weekly and daily newspapers in California, and ended his career as Associate Publisher for AZ Home & Style. He was a proud Boston Irishman and life-long fan of the Red Sox, Bruins and Patriots. Golf was his passion. He is a member of Pinewood Country Club. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Barbara, brother Dr. Martin Roach and wife Cathy, sister Mary Lou Adamek and husband Jim, four children and two step-children, granddaughter Nicole Garubo. Memorial service Thursday, March 17, 10 a.m. at Highlands Church, 9050 E Pinnacle Peak Rd, Scottsdale. Memorial gifts may be made to Highlands Church Building Fund.
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Craig and Jan Dahlberg
March 30, 2011
Dear Barbara,
We have been thinking about Walter ever since we heard the news. Craig remembers when he first came to town to begin work at the Post. Craig picked Walter up at the apartment in the suburb of Minneapolis and brought him to the office. The first party Walter through was shortly after that to watch the Minnesota High School Hockey tournament. We were all invited. We still joke about how he said "cot" for cart! We know you will miss him terribly and even though he is with Jesus now, Walter will miss you too. We are wishing you comfort and solace at this difficult time.
March 30, 2011
Barbara
March 18, 2011
Walter believed in me and was a great person to work for and know. My sincere sympathy goes out to Barbara and his family. Nancy Lewis
Chris Tschirhart
March 17, 2011
Walter will be greatly missed by the members and staff at Pinewood Country Club. He was a wonderful person that we all enjoyed being around.
March 17, 2011
Walter was a wonderful friend and business associate. We will sadly miss him and his bright personality. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Peggy & Keith Lawson
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