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Alan Roach Obituary

Roach, Alan D. Our brother and friend to many, Alan Roach, died unexpectedly at work August 20, 2015. Alan was a good and gentle person. He was a long time resident of north county and loyal employee of Montgomery Auto Repair. He is survived by his partner, Sook Hood, brothers Marion Roaleen (Kathy), Thomas Roach (Teresa Paxton), Dennis Roach (Kayla Vaughan), sister Patricia Powers (Patrick), nephews Shawn Powers, Brandon Powers, Damon Vaughan, Brady Vaughan and many friends. Services: A memorial gathering will occur on Saturday August 29 from 3-6 p.m. at Dellwood Lounge, 1427 Chambers Rd., Dellwood, MO. In lieu of flowers, donations in Alan's honor and for the benefit of his partner Sook, may be sent to The Alan Roach Memorial Fund, Great Southern Bank, 10385 W. Florissant, St. Louis, MO 63136.
Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Aug. 23, 2015.

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Lori E.

August 18, 2019

Can not believe its been 4 yrs already..... I hope the family is doing a little better..... remembering all the good times spent with Al....

Scott Krone

August 17, 2019

Still missing Alan.
A Tragic Loss.

Tammy Henderson

October 6, 2015

One of the nicest people you can meet.

scott krone

September 13, 2015

So very sorry for your loss, Sook, George, and the Montgomery family. AL WAS a great Mechanic,(and an even better person/ friend), even helping a fellow colleague down the street,when my tire machine or other equipment was down. To say he will be missed is surely an understatement!

With tears in my eyes,

August 31, 2015

So sorry, please accept our condolences. Jan and Dave from the veggie group.

August 31, 2015

I would like to add my condolences to all the friends and family. He will surely be missed.
John R

Lea McGinty

August 29, 2015

To the Family of Al, I am truly sorry for your loss. He was a very kind and gentle soul, always willing to help

Pat and tracy McDaniels

August 29, 2015

Long time friend, seasoned mechanic,patient man,and a great hearted human being.Life has delt you an unfair deck. You have touched many people in your life though your career. RIP my friend.

August 28, 2015

You will be messed.

Nancy Rogers

August 28, 2015

Sorry for the families loss.my prayers are with you ,god bless you all.

August 28, 2015

My prayers are with the family.god be with you.

Bill and Susan Voges

August 28, 2015

Rest in peace Al. You were a good guy.

Linda Breck

August 28, 2015

Pat and the entire Roach family, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family. God Bless!

Kathe Dunlop

August 28, 2015

Such a tragedy. So sorry.

John B III

August 27, 2015

So sorry to hear of this and may God help heal our souls! I went to Lutheran North with Al in my shop class and remember him as a quiet kind of guy. I always wondered what happened with him over the years, and this is hard to swallow. My sincere condolences, and may everyone be comforted by the Holy Spirit! Will always remember him!

Caldwell Family

August 27, 2015

--Dear Sook We are so sad this has happened to Al -and you. He was a great fellow and Neighbor and we still miss you

August 27, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. my son worked with al at charbonier shell. he was a hard worker and a good friend. he will be missed .j. Cowley and t.cowley

August 27, 2015

My sincere sympathy to your families and friends and so very sorry for your loss. I only knew him from the work he did on my cars now and then. He was a very nice, courteous man and a very hard worker. I'm sure his absence will be felt by many.
- K. Whitehead

Stacey Wurm

August 27, 2015

I worked at charbonier shell with al for many years he was a great friend I will miss him very much rip my friend

Karen Freebersyser

August 26, 2015

August 25, 2015

I am so sorry to learn of your loss, Dennis and Kayla. Much sympathy -- Lynn Hunt

Connie Hartzell

August 24, 2015

Sook and family, Al was a wonderful man. So kind, friendly, and full of love. He didn't mind helping anyone who needed it as long as he was able too. I remember him helping my mom and sister with their cars when they needed it (early morning or late at night) and he never asked for anything in return. He was so loving that he would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it. He will very much be missed. Sook, Al loved you with all his heart... just remember that- always.

August 24, 2015

I remember Al as a very sweet man. He gave me my first cat when the kitten I had died. I will always remember him as a kind and gentle man.

August 24, 2015

So sorry. So tragic. He will be missed.

Kathy Bell

August 24, 2015

Pat, Patrick and the entire Roach family, I am so sorry to hear about Alan. I will keep all of you in my prayers. With deepest sympathy. God Bless

August 24, 2015

Dennis and Kayla, we were so sad to hear of the tragic and sudden loss of your brother/brother-in-law. We are sending kind thoughts and hugs your way.
With love and concern, Joan and Claude

Jan Thomas & family

August 24, 2015

"My heart felt condolences to your family & friends Al...You will be missed"

Deidra Henderson

August 23, 2015

Al...you will definitely be missed..Godspeed...

August 23, 2015

Love you Al - I will miss you,
your good friend,
Scott Davenport

Lori Lennon-Elliott

August 23, 2015

To the family and friends of Al He will be missed by so many. what a great guy and always nice as ever. So very sorry for your loss.

August 23, 2015

Al you will missed my friend! My condolences to the family. RIP my friend.

Brian Boulch

August 23, 2015

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal

Jamie Galusha

August 23, 2015

We love and miss you, Al!!!! See you in the light, brother! <3

James, Karen, Robert Freebersyser

August 23, 2015

Thank you for the many years of helping to keep our cars running. You will be greatly missed. You were a kind man. Our hearts are broken. Rest now in heavenly peace!

Hellen Kinast

August 23, 2015

AL you were one of the best men I know and my "inspectionguru", my heart is aching for you and your family, you will be greatly missed.
Nothing but LOVE, Miss Hellen

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