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John Roach Obituary
WORCESTER - John Peter Roach, 56, of 155 College St., Worcester died suddenly at home on August 16, 2017. John graduated from South High School and earned his BS degree from Worcester State College. John worked in a variety of jobs, retiring several years ago due to health issues.
John leaves behind his brothers Francis J., Robert A., James M., and Michael T., all of Worcester and Patrick J. of Wells, ME. In addition he leaves behind several nephews and a niece, as well as several grand nephews and grand nieces. He is predeceased by his parents Francis X. and Mary A. (Boyle) Roach, and his sister Catherine "Katie" Roach Magnusson.
Graham, Putnam, Mahoney is in charge of services. Calling hours are Wednesday Aug. 23 from 6-8pm followed by a memorial service on Thursday Aug. 24 at 10am at the funeral home. Burial will be at St. John's Cemetery.
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Anne Karlon
August 24, 2017
Sympathy for loss of John
August 23, 2017
Jamie and Pat, and to the rest of the family, May John Rest In Peace. Sorry for Your Loss.
Maureen Breeds
August 22, 2017
Jamie, Pat and the rest of the Roach family: Sending out my deepest sympathy in the passing of your brother John.
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