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Marcella Roach Obituary

Marcella Jo Roach, 63, of Sun City, California passed away 3/13/03 at home. Born 10/9/39 in Tennessee. She was a compassionate caregiver for the elderly who completed 9th grade. Marcella raised three children who loved her. Survived by daughters, Cheri Lapa & Rick Lapa of Phx, AZ; Debbie Conk & Joe Conk of Phx, AZ; son Floyd Roach of Yucaipa; sister Janice Krulac & Eugene Krulac of Washington, Ill; 5 grandchildren. Private memorial services. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to nearest animal care facility-No kill shelters.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Mar. 20, 2003.

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