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Robert Roche Obituary
He was born in Waltham, Massachusetts on October 18, 1933, son of the late Maybelle (Brown) Bock and William Roche, Sr. He graduated from Waltham High School class of 1951, Bryant & Stratton College of Accounting in 1955, and Rivier University in Nashua in 1980.
Mr. Roche was a career U.S. Air Force Veteran of the Korean and Vietnam wars. He served as an air traffic controller and retired in 1973 with 21 years of service. His numerous decorations included the Bronze Star, the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award and V for Valor, and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross for service in Vietnam in 1967-68. He was also awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal for his service at Pease AFB from 1969 – 1973. He was subsequently employed by the Federal Aviation Administration for 20 years in various New England Region air traffic facilities and Regional Headquarters in Burlington, Massachusetts.
Robert was an avid sports enthusiast and particularly loved the game of golf. He was an adult Boy Scout leader at Pease AFB for four years and participated in the Little League baseball program for 10 years at Pease and in Merrimack, New Hampshire as a manager and umpire.
He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, the Air Force Sergeants Association, U.S. Golf Association, National Association of Retired Federal Employees, the Sampson AFB Veterans Association, the National Rifle Association, and the AF Communicators & Air Traffic Controllers Association.
Along with his parents, Robert was pre-deceased by his six siblings, Elizabeth Scalise, Dorothy Hall, William, Jr., Paul, Lewis and David Roche.
Surviving members of his family include his loving wife of 62 years, Jacqueline (Craig) Roche; four sons Robert Roche, Jr.; Kevin Roche and his wife, Amber; Mark Roche; and Terry Roche and his wife, Lisa; four grandchildren, Craig; Korey and his bride to be, Katy Flynn; Trevor and Tyler; and two daughters-in-law, Cathie Galica and Pamela Rand.
A graveside service will be held at the New Hampshire State Veteran's Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen on Thursday August 31 at 1:30 p.m., followed by a gathering at the VFW, 282 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack at 3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Robert's memory to the Salvation Army, Rivier University or the Jimmy Fund.
To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit rivetfuneralhome.com
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jim nelson
August 16, 2022
RIP my old freind i enjoyed playing golf &bowling .loved the stories he used to tell.
Sandy & Bill Thatcher
August 29, 2017
We will always remember sitting with Bob at Trevor's hockey games. Bob always had a story to tell and a twinkle in his eyes. He will be missed.
Paul Rich
August 28, 2017
Kevin, Terry and family. Sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad....
jim nelson
August 25, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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Ann Haskell
August 24, 2017
So sorry to read of the passing of your husband/father in the Telegraph. My deepest sympathies to all of the Roche family. May you enjoy all his memories.
Bill Hammett
August 23, 2017
So sorry to see this obit in the Telegraph. I worked with Bob (then T/Sgt Roche) at Ernest Harmon AFB, Stephenville, Newfoundland in 1965. A great guy and outstanding supervisor. Moved to Nashua in 2007; wish I had known Bob was so close by. Would loved to have re-connected. RIP.
Robin (Martel) Quinn
August 23, 2017
Jackie and family, I am so sorry to hear of this news. I always remembered Bob to be such a kind, loving and wonderful person. May the memories you made with him live on in your hearts for the rest of your days. Hugs to each and every one of you!
Brian Bianchin
August 23, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Roche family. I'm so sorry to hear of your father's passing. My prayers are with your family and you know that your family is very dear to my heart. May dad be at peace and may you all rejoice in his happy memories. Aloha
jim molloy
August 23, 2017
Terry and family, sorry for your loss. Never easy no matter how old. Thoughts and prayers
Donna Cormier
August 22, 2017
Jackie and family, I am so very sorry to learn of the passing of Bob. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
With my deepest sympathy and friendship, Donna Cormier
August 22, 2017
So sorry for your loss. I actually played little league baseball for Mr. Roche at Pease AFB in 1970 on the Dodgers. He was a very nice man and I learned a lot from him.
Sincerely Mike Demers
Hudson,NH
Jini, Kathy, Rena and Heidi
August 22, 2017
We will miss Bob greatly. He made us laugh and could regale us with stories to no end. We will miss his visits. Our condolences to the family he spoke of so highly. He was a true gentleman like no other.
Mike Lindsay
August 22, 2017
I was sad to hear the news about Mr. Roche, he was a nice man and I have good memories of him and his entire family growing up in Merrimack.
My thoughts and prayers, so sorry for your loss.
August 22, 2017
My condolences to the Roche Families.
Bob was a gentlemen and it was a privilege to have known him. We had a great time golfing and bowling over the years. He will be missed. May God comfort you at this time of deep sorrow.
Paul Lacourse Nashue NH
August 22, 2017
To the Roche families
I'm so sorry for your loss
Kathy Hayes
George Pervanas
August 22, 2017
Terry, My condolences to you and your family.
David Maher
August 21, 2017
Bob will be missed. Those of us who had the good fortune of golfing with Bob will remember him as a great friend.
August 21, 2017
Deeply sorry for loss of your father, Terry. May your memories of him bring happiness to your heart, comfort, and peace in the days ahead.
Peace and prayers, Diana Ryder
Catherine Galica
August 21, 2017
I will miss your smile, quick wit and twinkling eyes. But most of all I will miss your warm embrace every time I came home. God bless and Love to my forever family.
Al Neville
August 21, 2017
"the old bucks" will miss a good friend. Bob was always fun to be around and a great role model for the grandkids he bragged about so much. I will be away this week,and sadly will miss the service.
Frank Stoncius
August 21, 2017
sincere condolences on the loss of a wonderful and kind person. Bob was a true gentleman to everyone
I will miss him !
Robert Worth
August 21, 2017
Had great times golfing with Bob with the Ol Bucks.....my condolences to the family
August 21, 2017
The old bucks at buckmeadow will miss you. It's been awsome knowing you, having the fun of playing golf and all the hockey stories.may you rest in peace brother in arms.Jim Morrissey.
The Staff of George R. Rivet Funeral Home
August 22, 2017
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