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1938
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2017
Michael Roche Obituary
Ormond Beach, FL - Michael Carney Roche died peacefully Sunday, December 31, 2017 at Florida Hospital in Daytona Beach, FL after a brief, sudden illness. He was surrounded by loving friends and family including his loyal wife of 13 years, Judy. Michael was born in Northbridge, MA on Feb. 17, 1938. He was one of five children born to Raymond and Muriel Roche including - Arthur, Herman, Mary and John and is survived by his oldest brother Arthur. He was predeceased by his first wife of 47 years, "Sue", with whom he had five children - Michael, Jr., Erin, Shawn, Matthew and Patrick. Together "Mike" and Judy have 11 grandchildren - Shawna, Michael(III), Stefan, Meryl, Chloe, Palmer, Myles, Maggie, Riley, Elvis and Zoe. They have five great-grandchildren - Amelia, Annabelle, Isabella, A.J. and Ella. Mike was a man of many accomplishments. He invented the titanium ball valve and formed a company by that name a.k.a., T.B.V. He was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses on July 7, 1962. At 42 years old he retired and fulfilled what was his heart's desire by entering the full time ministry work of Jehovah's Witnesses. He served in this capacity for the rest of his life. In his travels as a circuit overseer he touched many lives. His great compassion, big boisterous laugh and dedication to the ministry work was widely known. He will long be remembered by many and missed dearly by all. His memorial service will be held Friday, January 12 at 3 p.m. at the Daytona Beach Assembly Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. His service will also be streamed to local kingdom halls of Jehovah's Witnesses in Tennessee, W. Palm Beach, FL as well as Auburn and Worcester, MA.
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Joey Rodio
January 19, 2018
Mickey, Erin, Shawn, Matt, & Pat - so sorry to learn of your loss, but I have have many, many happy memories growing up next door to a wonderful family.
Ray Fair
January 12, 2018
My wife Eloise and I remember a very kind invitation to spend an evening with Mike and Sue in their Webster Ma home along with my in laws Vincent and Judy Irizarry (they brought the truth to Mike and Sue), along with old brother Charlie Judd who studied with my wife's family and Vincent in the middle 1950's. It was such an uplifting time hearing how all learned the truth back in those early days. Mike's love of his Christian family was easily felt that night and it warms our hearts still. We are saddened by his death but look to see him "just around the corner".
Lorrie Roche & Family
January 11, 2018
Uncle Michael it was so special to see you every time you and Judy came to visit or called on the phone. Most importantly, I am forever grateful that you and my dad,your brother Arthur, were able to spend many days just being brothers, sitting outside and catching up, and then enjoying lunch.It meant so much to my dad and my mom Lorraine to spend that time with you and Judy. My parents loved you very much. I am also happy that I really got to know you when I was an adult, and that my boys were able to know you as well. You will be missed greatly by us all and our entire family loves you always.
January 10, 2018
Mike and I worked closely for many years. If I ever wanted to increase my service to Jehovah, all I had to do was work shoulder to shoulder with Mike, say little and listen much! Kudos Mike! Safe journey Judy!
Howard Stockham
January 9, 2018
Mike was a very kind and gentle man who was loved by all who knew him fondly.
He touched a lot of hearts. He was always very kind and helpful to me as I got to know him. Him and his family were like family to anyone who knew them and him.
My wife and I were able to spend time with him and his wife a few years ago and it was a special time for us. He will be missed for sure.
Dave & Sandra Cousineau
January 8, 2018
My wife and I will miss Mike very much. We have known Mike since the early 1960's. He was my best man when my wife and I were married in 1965. Enjoyed serving with him in various places and will continue to imitate his faith.
See you soon in the New World..
Bob and Sue Wiik
January 7, 2018
The Monsignor (as I fondly called him) was my dear friend . Our memories are too numerous to recall. I loved him as a brother . I miss him already and look forward to the day when we once again enjoy each others company . Not much else to say except that Michael Carney Roche will be missed by us all..Frank J. Masiello
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