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MICHAEL JOSEPH ROCHE

1954 - 2019

BORN

1954

DIED

2019

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Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home - Bourne

40 MacArthur Blvd

Bourne, Massachusetts

MICHAEL ROCHE Obituary

ROCHE, Michael Joseph Age 65, of Sagamore Beach and Belmont, MA, passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 26, 2019. He was born on May 29, 1954 to William J. and Helen M. Roche (Cheever) of Belmont, MA and North Falmouth, MA.

He is survived by his beloved daughter Ella Roche and her partner Tom McSweeney of Sagamore, MA. He was the adoring grandfather of Penelope and Grayson. He is also survived by his siblings Kathleen A. Roche and her husband Guy Corcoran of Warren, RI, William J. Roche, Jr. and his wife Anne of Lexington, MA, Kristin McCabe and husband Martin of Cataumet, MA and Kara Baldi and her husband Jon of Belmont, MA. Uncle to: Kaitlyn McCabe Champlin; Joseph McCabe; Kelly Roche; Brandon Baldi and Ryan Baldi. In addition, he leaves an Aunt, Mary Townes and many cousins.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7th at 10:00AM at St. John of the Evangelist Parish, 841 Shore Rd., Pocasset, MA. Burial will be private.

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 2 to Dec. 3, 2019.

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Joan Milford

May 9, 2020

Kara and Family, Today, I learned of Michael's passing. Unfortunately, I never had the opportunity of meeting him. I was a good friend of his father and I am so saddened by this news. I do know his dad is so happy to have him with him. My deepest condolences to the Roche Family.

Ellen (Case) LaMagdelaine

December 7, 2019

I am so sorry to hear about Michael. I have so many good memories of him. I hope that you all get peace and we are thinking of you

Bob LaFrance

December 6, 2019

I remember Michael from high school days, when he had his Barracuda car. On occasion he'd drop down to Falmouth Heights in the summer to visit. Never remember him ever being angry or upset - always happy and ready for some excitement. What a terrible loss for his family, and my heart and prayers go out to them all.
Rest easy, Peewee, you will be missed. Bob LaFrance

December 6, 2019

I remember Michael from back in our high school days, with his Barracuda car. Never saw the guy angry, always full of energy. What a terrible loss for everyone. My heart and prayers go out to his family. Rest easy buddy.
Bob LaFrance

December 4, 2019

Michael had recently earned his pilot license and invited me up in the plane he shared with others. Imagine my surprise when he cut the engine and the plane dropped like a rock. His laughter was not a comfort. Just as he predicted, though, the plane restarted and off we went. I had not seen Michael in many years , but I will never forget his fearlessness and ability to find humor in any situation. Rest in peace , my friend. My prayers and condolences to his family. Sincerely , Frank O'Loughlin

December 4, 2019

Michael had recently earned his pilot license and invited me up in the plane he shared with others. Imagine my surprise when he cut the engine and the plane dropped like a rock. His laughter was not a comfort. Just as he predicted , though , the engine restarted and off we went. I had not seen Michael in many years , but I will never forget his fearlessness and ability to find humor in any situation. Rest In Peace , my friend. My prayers and condolences to his family. Frank O'Loughlin

JAMES KING

December 3, 2019

Dear Kathy, Billy and the entire Roche Family,
I am so sorry to learn of Michael's passing. I remember him well from high school. He was always such a warm friendly guy and always greeted me with a smile. he will be missed by all that knew him.

December 3, 2019

Bill and family, I am saddened by your loss and send prayers to all of you. Carol McLean Whelan

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St. John of the Evangelist Parish

841 Shore Rd., Pocasset, MA

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