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Billy Hilburn
September 12, 2024
My mother. Carrie Lee Dean taylor was sister to A ride Taylor
I am saying hello and sorry I couldn't get to know Rod and James. Jr. I have been in Seattle for 30 years from 1970. Am in Houston now.
Its James Jr still alive?
Billy Hilburn
Reba Holtzclaw
August 3, 2022
Rodney was truly admired by so many. He came into my life thru Randy Holtzclaw he was always funny giving stories bout the Holtzclaw boys. Gone but never forgotten.
Dempsey & Wiline Odom
August 16, 2012
Becky and family, we have just heard about your loss of Rodney and we are so very sorry. Vera Head has kept us posted on his illness. We will always remember him as a fun loving person, his sense of humor was always so much fun. May God comfort you and your family. Tell James and the rest of the family hello and we are sorry. We are now in Culleoka, Tn being close to Dina and family. Love and prayers
Wiline & Demspey Odom
Amanda West
August 14, 2012
You are in our thoughts and prayers Roach family. Rodney was such an amazing person and I am so glad to have known him the short 5 years I did. All our love.

Rod and James
Lewis Thomas
August 10, 2012
The Roach / Taylor family has meant more, through the years, to my family than words can express. Becky, the Word of God says "An excellent wife is the crown of her husband" You have been much more. Lord bless you all. We will continue to pray for you all.
Kelley & Joy Duke
August 10, 2012
Becky and family -
Know we will continue to pray for you and your sweet family! Rodney was loved by many and only Heaven will reveal the lives he has touched!
You have our prayers - cherish the memories! You have our love -
The Dukes
Kelley, Joy, Stuart and Connor
SFD and Summer Grove Baptist
August 9, 2012
Becky and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. Steve and Renee Jetton
Paul & Leilani Tipton
August 9, 2012
Thinking of you all at this time. Praying for God to wrap his arms around each of you real tight. No shortage of love out here for Rodney and your family!!
Yvonne Rust
August 9, 2012
Becky, Dusty, Katie, Taylor my deepest condolences to you all. I am praying for our Lord Jesus Christ to strengthen you all. Rodney was a great man that was loved by so many including my family. He is rejoycing in Heaven with his Mother & Dad. God Bless you all.
Nelda Durante
August 9, 2012
Rodney helped so many children reach their dreams of rodeoing at Double R arena. My family spent countless weekends there and were blessed in knowing him. My daughter has so many wonderful memories of the time spent with Rodney and the rest of the family. When I think of him I can see that big smile, remember the slow southern drawl and appreciate so much how he always made us feel so welcome. I am praying that Becky, Katie, Dusty and Taylor will feel God's presence during this sad time and will be comforted. Love and prayers, Nelda Durante and family
Mike Louviere
August 9, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss.Rodney was a great person to know and I was proud to be his friend. The best jobs I had announcing rodeos were the times I got to announce at Double R. They were always fun. I can still see Rodney looking up at me before the rodeo and giving me that grin and saying,"If I'd known you were coming, I would have cleaned out that dirty old stand." We both started to laugh. I will pray for all of you as you go through this tough time. I guess God need a cowboy.
Belinda mills
August 9, 2012
i am so sorry to hear about Rodney we will remember him how funny and sweet he was when he would come get his hair cut . God Bless the family is in my prayers , Belinda
Haylee Hale
August 9, 2012
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
August 9, 2012
Becky, I enjoyed being with Rodney in Sunday school and appreciated his sense of humor. You and your family are in my prayers.
God Bless,
Bob Dunton
Shanna Lee
August 9, 2012
I was practically raised at RR Arena and have the fondest memories of Rodney despite not having seen him in 15 yrs. He truly was a person that made an impact on those around him, young and old - we can only aspire to have that kind of presence in a lifetime. Sending well wishes from my family to yours.
Shanna Lee
Cindy Daron (formerly Browning)
August 9, 2012
Becky, James, Dinah and all your family... I am so sorry to hear about Rodney. I didn't even know he was sick! I'm sorry we have lost touch with your families since my husband and I moved to Humble, TX 7 years ago. Rodney was a really great guy and everyone always loved him. He just had that kind of personality! I am sorry for his loss but glad that we know he has joined in Heaven all the others that have gone before him. My prayers and love go out to you all. You will always have a very special place in my heart. (p.s. I didn't know Mr. and Mrs. Roach had died either until reading the obit..sorry for them too)
August 9, 2012
Praise God for the 33 years that you had with Rodney. Cherish his memory as we all will.
Charles & Pat Ezernack & Kylie & Carla
Gloria DeSoto- Eubanks
August 9, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Rodney death! He was a wonderful person. My family has know his mom from childhood and hope that the god will be with them at this time.
Lloyd Tiller
August 9, 2012
I will always remember how good Rodney was to my daughter Ruth as she was learning to ride her first horse Buck.He really took an interest in helping her become a better rider. I will remember the big smile on his face and his helping hand.It has been years since we have shown at R.R. arena but we will have the memories for ever. He touched many people during his short life and I am one of them. God Bless him.
Living Water Worship Center
August 9, 2012
We have been praying for Rodney for awhile. He's been on our prayer list and we will continue to pray peace and comfort for you and the entire family. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord, and that will be your comfort.
Margie Bryant
August 9, 2012
Becky and Children, We are so sorry. God bless each of you in this difficult time. I will always remember his special smile. Our prayers are with you.
Jack Allen
August 9, 2012
Every once in a while a person come through life and touches the hearts everyone they meet. Rodney was certainly one of those souls, and I am proud to have know him and Becky. I hope and pray God gives all the loved ones of Rodney comfort now in this time of sorrow. JACK ALLEN, Whitehouse, Texas.
George and Gail Mauldin
August 9, 2012
There are no words to ease the pain of your loss. My prayer is for God to keep you in his arms at this time, and hold you tightly in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Rodney was a wonderful man and I know he will be greatly missed. With love to all.
Lisa Anderson
August 9, 2012
Rodney, your life had such an impact on many you will be so missed! Prayers & comfort surround Becky, Worm, Katie & Taylor! God Bless & keep each of you during this time & the days to come.
Lisa Pridgen Anderson & the rest of the Pridgen Family
Cindy Gillum
August 9, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers for all of the Roach family. May the Lord comfort you in the days ahead and may your memories of Rodney warm your heart and bring a smile to your face.
Steve and Cindy Gillum
Chris & Angel Pender
August 9, 2012
Becky, Dusty, Katie & Taylor:
Our hearts are broken for you. Rodney was a wonderful man who touched many lives. We have so many great memories of Rodney, ecspecially when we lived in the "blue" house and spent countless hours with all of you at the rodeo arena. Becky, you and Rodney were such great role models for Chris & I. We know Rodney is rejoycing in Heaven with Mr. Jimmy & Mrs. Gwen. Our loss is Heaven's gain. We love you all and are praying for you.
Sherri Lindsey
August 9, 2012
Prayer's go out to the family of the man that provided so much to his community and made memories for so many of us.
Ginger & Phil Wakely
August 9, 2012
“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”
He left a great legacy of wonderful memories which will live on.
Rusty and Denise Mathews
August 9, 2012
Becky and Family, Our prayers are with you all, as they have been though Rodney's illness. We will miss Rodney at Bison's. R.I.P. Rodney, until we meet again.
Sheila Dennington Stephenson
August 9, 2012
Becky, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Debra Nelson
August 9, 2012
Becky and family - our hearts are broken. Rodney touched so many lives - we loved hearing him tell stories and talk about his life on the fire department and how much he loved his family. May God's love comfort you in this difficult time. We love you all. Shreveport Fire Department Fire Corp/Caddo Fire District #1
Annice Yopp
August 9, 2012
I forgot to mention Katie, in my first memorial. Please know my prayers are for all the family. God Bless, Annice Y
Mark Rust
August 9, 2012
Rodney has always generated good thoughts of kindness, courage, laughter, and love. These thoughts will continue. An Awesome Man, with an Awesome Legacy. God Bless the Family with the Peace of the Lord, he is free from affliction.
Eric & Krystal Hollis
August 9, 2012
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Mr.Rodney is smiling down on all whom had the pleasure to meet and know him. He will be missed dearly from sight but in our heart he will forever remain.Our prayers are with the family during this time.
Cassie Honeycutt
August 8, 2012
My first "boyfriend", the one Becky Sue stole away from me. I'm sure glad she did!! What a great life they've had together. I was only about 8 years old, but the memories that I have of both of them will forever be a part of me. I can't believe he is gone. I wish more than anything that I had kept in touch. However, I will never forget the many times he came to shoe Pappy's horses (Mr. Barton) and the times Rodney and Becky Sue took me "out" with them. My heart is very heavy after hearing of this. But no one can take my memories. Much love to the whole Roach family!
August 8, 2012
Becky, Vaughn and I are so sorry to hear of Rodney's passing. Please know we will remember you and family in prayer.
Marianna and Vaughn Jordan
Marshall and Helen Jones
August 8, 2012
May GOD hold you in His arms of love now and forever.Rodney was a wonderful man and he will be missed by our family, as we remember the week-end rodeos. Thank you for so much for the fun of watching our daughter run barrels, polls and break-away roping, in your arena. We always knew she was safe there. I'm certain that GOD has a special place in heaven for cowboys who loved the LORD. Happy Trails,Rodney
August 8, 2012
What a great reunion Rodney must be having with his Mom and Dad. Prayers are with all the family.~Larry & Kaye Dean~
Johnny and Kathy Cubley
August 8, 2012
Our hearts are broken with yours over the loss of such a sweet husband, daddy, brother, and friend, yet we rejoice that he is finally healed! We have loved your precious family through the best of memories and the deepest of grief. Please know that we will continue to pray that God keep His loving arms around you in the weeks to come. Rodney lived well, knew that he was loved, laughed alot, and was a true friend to us, but Becky, you are still our hero!
Sara & Richard Young
August 8, 2012
Becky and Family,
May each of you feel the peace of God in your hearts! We all know Rodney is now happy and healthy in Heaven and more than likely Heaven has never been so full of smiles and laughter as it is now with him there!!!
Richard always LOVED working with Rodney at Station 17! Rodney's smile and laughter was so awesome and contagious, and his sweet, fun personality will be missed by us all. Thankfully, one day we will see him again!
Becky, we love you and your family!!!
Sara & Richard "Beryl" Young
August 8, 2012
Becky and Family: Gary and I will be lifting you all up in prayer. Rodney was a dedicated fire fighter and a friend to all. Precious in the sight of God is the death of His Saints. God bless you Becky. Gary and Dodie Horton
Nelda (Strickland) Milligan
August 8, 2012
Please know that I will be praying for the Roach & Box families. I have precious memories of you all. May God hold you all close at this time.
Tanya Speights
August 8, 2012
Becky,
I am so sorry to hear about Rodney. My prayers are with you and your family. He will be greatly missed. God needed another angel...
North DeSoto Water System
August 8, 2012
Rodney was a good friend that I always enjoyed talking with. I will miss him. God bless your family. Love you all.Randy Holtzclaw
Melisa Page
August 8, 2012
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
E A "Bubba" Taylor
August 8, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
August 8, 2012
Becky and family, My prayers with you all...Reba Valentine (stonewall,La)
Penny Raymond
August 8, 2012
My sincere condolences go out to the Roach family & friends. Rodney was a great friend, from many years ago at Summer Grove Baptist Church. Rodney always made me laugh,I remember when we were young and I would go to his parents and we would ride horses. Rodney was such a wonderful person and he will be missed dearly. RIP my dear friend
Steve & Carol Ashley
August 8, 2012
We will miss Rodney's warm smile and his willingness to help whenever asked.
Greg Morgan
August 8, 2012
Rodney,
It was good to go to school with you and become friends. Out of us "goatropers" at Southwood we had some good times that will not ever be forgotten. Thank you for the rides to Ag Lab at Huntington our senior year. You was and are truely a good friend and person. You will be missed and remembered well. You are on a different journey now. My condolences to your family.
Greg Morgan
Class 1977
August 8, 2012
Rodney will surly be missed by all his family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. We are so sorry for your loss. Bob and Fran Bonsall
Debbie Hunnicutt
August 8, 2012
Becky, I'm so very sorry. I will be praying for you constantly. You know that I adored Rodney.
Love, Debbie Hunnicutt
Steve & Terri Nezat
August 8, 2012
Please accept our deepest condolences. We are praying for your strength and comfort at this time. May God bless you with His peace which passes understanding in the days to come.
Jerry & Linda Weldon
August 8, 2012
Was sorry to hear of Rodney's passing. Just know that we will be praying for all the family during this time. Our daughter, Penny, also wishes her express her sorrow...he was a good friend.
Kristen Breen
August 8, 2012
Becky,
Thoughts and prayers are with you and yours! Lots of Love!
The Pridgen Family
August 8, 2012
Rodney was certainly a great story teller and so much fun to be with. When he came to James' office I knew the day would be a good one. So very sorry
Pat Landrum
Sonya Hightower
August 8, 2012
Our thoughts & prayers are with your family as you go through this difficult time. He will be greatly missed. Just know that he's always looking down upon you. Buddy Wagstaff, Skeeter & Sonya Hightower & Stormy Young
Rita Josephson
August 8, 2012
Becky, Dusty, Katie, Taylor, Barbara, Madison, and Lisa.
My heart hurts for you. I was so shocked to hear of Rodney's passing. I will remember you in my prayers. Love Rita
Janet Jacks
August 8, 2012
Dusty and Nicole, so very sorry to hear about Rodney. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God give you comfort, peace and strength during this very difficult time.
Annie Byrd
August 8, 2012
Becky, I am so sorry to hear thad Rod pased away. You and the children are in my prayers. Love you and loved Rod . I will always remember the children. Loved keeping them when they were little. May God keep His loving arms around you.
Danny and Wendy Mathe
August 8, 2012
Sincere condolences to The Roach family and friends. We continue to pray for Becky Sue, Dusty, Katie and Taylor during this difficult time. Rodney was a special person that touched many lives. He made an everlasting impression on everyone that he met. His smile and sense of humor were contagious. I am so glad I had the opportunity to work with him a Station #17. We had some good times together and I will cherish those memories. RIP Captain Rod!!
Mike Miller SFD ret.
August 8, 2012
I have a lot of fond memories of working with Rodney, he will be missed greatly.
Frank Freeman
August 8, 2012
R.I.P Rodney
Randy & June Cantrell
August 8, 2012
Becky, Dusty, Katie, & Taylor,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Danny and Wendy Mathews
August 8, 2012
Our most sincere condolences go out to the Roach Family and friends. Rodney was a very special person to all that knew him and touched many lives. His smile and sense of humor was contagious. I'm so glad that I had the opportunity to work with him at Station 17 for almost 7 years. We had some great times together and I will cherish those memories. RIP brother..
Patti Newborn
August 8, 2012
Becky and family it is with sincere condolences for your family!! Becky i remember the day i met you and Rodney, but i cant remember where it was. i think you were dating or just got married! i thought he was a precious man for you!! i love you and will always remember our childhood together and all the fun we had!! i pray God will give you peace during this difficult season of your life, and you will feel God's presence as the days go by!! i hope to see you next time i come to Shreveport for a visit!! it is with much love i write in the guest book. i am so grateful someone told me how to do it!! god bless you, the children and grandchildren and all the family!! i love you my dear friend!!! Patti Jones Newborn
Joey Dumas
August 8, 2012
Becky, Dusty, Katie and Taylor,
Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers as Rodney is laid to rest. He was an awesome fellow and loved by so many. Heaven gained a warrior for sure and one that was welcomed there for sure. I know you can take comfort in knowing that someone so special will never be forgotten. He will definitely me missed by all. May God bless and comfort you at this time and in the days, months and years to come.
Love to all,
Joey Dumas
Queen City, Texas
Chase Sherrill
August 8, 2012
Your Were a awesome guy. Not only a devoted father & husband but a leader to the people around you. We love you. theres no more pain you have to go through your at home and can spread your wings and fly.
Kyle Long
August 8, 2012
James... I am so sorry to hear the passing of Rodney. It really comes as a shock to me. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. Kyle J Long
August 8, 2012
Our prayers are with your family in the loss of your loved one and our friend.
Rodney and Joyce Walker
Carol Riley-Robison
August 8, 2012
Becky:
I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
JoAnne Cragar Logue
August 8, 2012
Becky my thoughts and prayers are with you and family. I can remember funny things he and Em would say or do. We had lots of good times with the family at Double R
Suzie Dickard - Thoni
August 8, 2012
I love y'all so much --- a lot of great memories we have shared together throughout the years. He will be missed & Becky u r an amazing woman --- y'all had TRUE love....
Jason Foster
August 8, 2012
When I was a young boy growing up in Briarcliff, on occasion Rod would hook up Star to a wagon and take us kids for a ride. Later, when I got older, he let me go with him to shoe horses and take care of the barn when he was out of town. Memories are said to be 'the sweet paradise of the mind.' I am thankful that I have many of Rod growing up in south Shreveport. May he rest and peace and rise in glory! Our prayers and thoughts are with Becky and family. Memory Eternal, Rod.
Dede Lowery
August 8, 2012
Becky and Family,
I have only heard wonderful things about
Rodney and the people whose lives he has touched with his kindness and humor I wish I had known him. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bonnie Wilburn
August 8, 2012
Becky you and your family are in my heart and prayers.I met Rodney when I worked at the Exxon across the street from station 17. He always made our day by coming over and having fun with all of us .May God bless his soul.
John May
August 8, 2012
Becky and Family, May God comfort you in this time of loss. Rodney was always a pleasure to be around and will truly be missed by all.
Teri Shoemake-Stadtlander
August 8, 2012
Becky, I know there are no words that help right now, but please know you and your family are in my heart and prayers.
Lisa McManus-Lee
August 8, 2012
So sorry for your loss. I haven't seen Rodney since I was a child but the memories I have do bring a smile to my face.
Owen McDonnell, Jr.
August 8, 2012
Rodney and I made friends in first grade and remained so throughout our lives, while adult life (yes I guess we did grow up), pulled us in different directions, when we saw each other again, it was as if the years rolled back. When Taylor and Justin became friends, it was as if history had repeated itself.
You will be missed, my thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Brenda pagel
August 8, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Roach family as they goes thru this hard road. My the lord help you find strength to get thru this.
Warren and Brenda Pagel
Keithville
Brian and Tina Hendrickson,Josh and Joe Hendrickson
August 8, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to the family. We spent many hours roping at the arena. Josh and Rusty roped together. Rodney will be missed.
Scott Gay
August 8, 2012
Sooo sorry to hear of your loss....Rodney was one of a kind....The memories of he and Carter horseshoeing on the ranch are still like it was yesterday......He was a fighter and will be missed...
Alton and Maribeth Lewing
August 8, 2012
We extend to you our deepest sympathies. Everyone who knew Rodney loved him.
Greg & Janet Cryer Ardoin
August 8, 2012
Dear Becky and Family,
May God wrap his arms around you and your family. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Debbie Broussard
August 8, 2012
Becky, we lived on the corner of Ardis Taylor and Chaparral when the kids were
small. Amy babysat for Dusty and Katie. Amy and I will remember you and your family in prayer.
Sara Harville
August 8, 2012
Becky & Family,
Know that our love and prayers are with each of you during this time of sorrow. But also know to be joyous that Rodney is in a beautiful place where there is no pain.
With all my love,
Bob Rushing
August 8, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We are sorry for your loss.
BRYAN EDWARDS
August 8, 2012
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL OF RODNEY'S FAMILY. HE WAS TRUELY A WONDERFUL PERSON INSIDE AND OUT. WE USED TO GO TO THE R&R ARENA AND RIDE. HIS WONDERFUL SMILE WAS ALWAYS A JOY TO SEE.
HEAVEN GAINED ANOTHER COWBOY!!!!!!!
GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU ALL IN THE DAYS TO FOLLOW.
BRYAN AND MARTHA EDWARDS
Donna & Tim & Jessica Lewing
August 8, 2012
Rodney was one of a kind, who will be greatly missed I have not seen him much in the last year, saw him several times at Walmart since he got sick. I will always remember him from station #17 when my husband worked there. He was like another dad to my daughter, who has missed the arena the last few years. My prayers go out to Ms. Becky Sue, and Taylor who was only known for years as Worm, Katie, and Dusty. We love ya. May God be with you in your years to come.
Chip and Pam Johnson
August 8, 2012
We were so sorry to hear about Rodney yet we certainly know he is in Heaven! The rodeos at the Double R were a part of so many lives. Rodney will be greatly missed!
Annice Yopp
August 8, 2012
The angels are rejoyceing! I will miss seeing him riding on his mule machine.
Sally Brown
August 8, 2012
Becky and children: Rodney was a wonderful person and friend. He will missed by so many. Our prayers are with you all . Sally King-Brown, Slick King and Shannon King Wheless.
Marie, Christi and Melissa Baker
August 8, 2012
Becky,
My heart and prayers are with you, Dusty, Katie and Taylor "Worm". Words could never express how much Rodney touched the lives of so many children and adults. You and Rodney have always been such positive role models for so many. All our love and prayers
Tammy Maxwell
August 8, 2012
My deepest condolences to the family. Mr. Rodney was a wonderful man. My family and I always enjoyed coming to Stonewall and running. He always had kind words to say. May GOD'S healing hands be with you through this time of loss.
Sincerely,
Tammy Smith Maxwell
kathy anderson
August 8, 2012
My heart and prayer is with the family he will be truly missed...from the Port City Trail Riders...
Jerry and Debbie Bufkin
August 8, 2012
Our sincerest condolences to the Roach family.
Joanne Evans
August 8, 2012
Becky, Dusty, Katie and Taylor,
I was so sorry to hear about Rodney. He was a wonderful person. I will miss my friend. Heaven received an angel with a golden heart.
Wendy Stough
August 8, 2012
My prayers are with your family as you go through this difficult time. I am deeply sorry for the loss of such a great man and very sorry I will not be present at the funeral. May God hold you close in the days to come.
Bobby Graham
August 7, 2012
Sorry to hear about Rodney. He was a well liked and respected man. We will meet him again in Heaven. R.I.P. my Brother. Bobby & Judy Graham, SFD. Ret.
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