Mary Emma Roach

Mary Emma Roach – age 95, of Mascot, TN, passed away on August 26, 2025. She was a lifetime member of Roseberry Baptist Church and at the time of her death was the oldest living member there. She was also a member of the Mascot O.E.S. #55 and The UnHoly Four Association.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Edward Roach; parents, Cecil and Pauline Armstrong; sister, Annie Emory Harrell; brothers-in-law, Fred Roach and Junior Roach; and two nephews, Stephen Emory and Kevin Emory.

Left behind to cherish the memories of a loving mother is her son, Robert E. (Bob) Roach, Jr. and wife, Karen. Mary was a devoted homemaker, mother and wife who enjoyed sewing, crafting and gardening.

The family will receive friends from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM on Friday, August 29, 2025. Family and friends will meet at 10:45 AM on Saturday at Roseberry Cemetery for an 11:00 AM Graveside Service, with Mr. Rick Rogers officiating.

The family would like to thank Amedisys Hospice nurses, Cindy, Tracy, Sherri, Ashley, David and Breana; and Mae's Home Care nurses, LuAnn, Bonnie, Tonya, Alma and Ashley.

Pallbearers: Bob Roach, Jim Mayo, Erin Emory, Howard Cusick, Danny Clabo and Delbert Morgan.

Honorary Pallbearers: Steve Troutt, Kermit Fox, Daniel Ruskey, Steve Ellison and Randy Hodge.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Mary's honor to Roseberry Baptist Church Building Fund, 2920 Roseberry Rd, Mascot, TN 37806.

Arrangements by Bridges Funeral Home, 5430 Rutledge Pike, Knoxville, TN 37924. 865-523-4999 www.bridgesfuneralhome.com