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Paul Roach Obituary
OXFORD/NORTHBORO - Paul Matthew Roach, 46 November 12th 1967 - October 19, 2014
Paul was the youngest of 11 siblings and the son of the late Albert J Roach (1977) and Josephine A Zulkus (1985) who grew up in Northboro. Paul graduated from Algonquin Regional High School, played football, and became a Journeyman Electrician with The Local 96 International Brotherhood of Electrical workers. Paul worked on all projects including the Big Dig, Petroleum installations, Solar, and industrial projects throughout the Northeast. He loved his work and whenever cautioned about high voltage would remind us that "electricity is our friend." Paul had an enduring and unforgettable sense of humor that left memories with everyone he met.
Paul had many friends in the construction trades and childhood friends that will miss him. Paul's family will miss him the most including his many brothers: Albert Roach of Delaware, Vincent Roach of Boylston passed in 2005, Tony Roach of Shirley passed in 2013, Patrick Roach of Thompson, Ct, Joseph Roach of Shirley, MA, Edward Roach of Leicester, MA, and Martin Roach of Fairbanks, AK; and his sisters: Frances Marino, of Milford, Delaware, Catherine Sickles of Jaffrey, NH, and Eileen Butterfield of Worcester, MA.
"Uncle Paul" will be missed by his nephews and nieces , His Godson, Matthew Roach and Melanie Roach, Eileen Steinchen of Rochester, NY, Jolene Fantony of Westboro, Lisa Butterfield of Northboro, Kate Sickles of NH , Abby Sickles of Manchester, NH, and Tim Sickles of NH, Martin Roach, Sean Roach, and Peter Roach all of Fairbanks, Alaska.
Calling hours will be at Hays Funeral Home, 56 main St. Northboro on Thursday October 30th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. A graveside service will be held Friday morning October 31st, 11:00 am, at St John's Cemetery, Cambridge Street, Worcester. For online condolences, please visit
www.haysfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Roach
DAVE HAIGH
October 31, 2014
ROCHEY!!! DONT KNOW WHAT TO SAY! YOU WERE ONE OF A KIND! GOD BLESS YOU MY FRIEND! SORRY TO THE FAMILY!!! SO MANY GOOD MEMORIES!!! GOODBYE BROTHER!!!!
Sam St. Onge
October 31, 2014
So sorry for your lost. Paul was very nice person. He will be missed.
donna
October 28, 2014
Wow, going back to the late 70's on this one but I remember Paul as such a sweet little kid who looked up to his older brothers and sisters. Always a great family. Such a sweet soul I am so sorry to hear of his passing.
Anne MacKenzie
October 28, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss of Paul, many fond memories
My thoughts and prayers to the Roach family
Bill
October 27, 2014
From all of the Worcester Clan. We all here know your heart aches. God Bless You All.
Cousin Billy
When 36 Cousins got together at the Lake.
October 27, 2014
So many great memories of Paul back in our high school band "Most Wanted". He was a dear friend. Heartfelt sympathy to his family. -Patty Shea
October 27, 2014
Cynthia Myotte
October 27, 2014
Roachy You Will Be Dearly Missed. I Send my condolences To The Family. Thank.you for the laughs that we had . You Will Always be in my heart. Those Memorys That We Had were good times & they will never be forgotten.
Gone But Never Forgotten.
~Rob,Dav, Kim
Patty Lagerstrom
October 27, 2014
So sad to hear of Paul's passing. My brothers and sister have lots of great memories of playing with all of our Roach cousins: swimming in the lake, and taking a boat ride with Grampa. Although we have lost touch over the years, we still hold you in our hearts and will keep good thoughts for Paul and the rest of the family. Love -
Me and Roachie - Quinipoxet River
Dean Caputo
October 26, 2014
Roachie was my greatest friend in high school. I moved to Northboro from, what seemed to be, another planet. Paul took my in like family. I loved him him like a brother of my own, even though he had plenty! We were trout fishermen, tobacco chewers, hunters and drinkers together. I have missed him dearly and will miss him even more now that he is gone.
Laurie Logan
October 26, 2014
Dear Paul's family, we were so sad to hear of Paul's passing. We have so many wonderful, fun and crazy memories of the times the three of us spent together. We will truly miss him! Our thoughts are with all of you. With love and sympathy, Bob & Laurie
Mark Danckert
October 26, 2014
Rest in Peace Roachie - thank you for all the laughter and fond memories
Bil Brazeau
October 26, 2014
My condolences to Pauls family and loved ones. I had the pleasure of working with Paul years ago. Knowing him was truly a pleasure as he was a kind and considerate friend and coworker. Such a great guy will be missed by all who knew him. R.I.P. Paul.
Hugh O'Malley
October 26, 2014
Al, please accept my condolences upon the passing of your brother, Paul.
walter zawalich jr
October 26, 2014
good bye my friend
Frank Doyle
October 25, 2014
Al, my condolences on losing your brother.
Gerri Stetson
October 25, 2014
Rest in peace Roachie, You will be missed! God bless you and your family
Don Gemma
October 25, 2014
Paul "Roachie" Had a lot of good times with him. He always smiled and kept us smiling .May your next journey be adventurous as this was . You will be missed . Our condolences to the Roach Families.
Karen Fallon McGinn
October 25, 2014
Paul "tweety", and the entire Roach family, Thinking of you during this sad time. I have so many great memories of Paul. It's hard to believe I met him almost 30 years ago. The fun times, long talks and many laughs we shared will stay with me forever ! He was a one of a kind special guy ! May all the happy memories help you through this sad time!
RIP my friend I love you buddy !
October 25, 2014
Ed, and family, so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sharyn Tomasso
Matt Dix
October 24, 2014
I won't forget the time I got to spend with Paul. Rest in peace my friend
pam pitman
October 24, 2014
he was a kind, intelligent and funny man. Godspeed Paul... you are missed..
Mary Horgan
October 24, 2014
wallflower seed on the sand and stone may the four winds blow you safely home
Susan Bradbury
October 24, 2014
Roachie was a true friend and always be in our thoughts and prayers. Miss ya man.
Maria Donovan
October 24, 2014
Roachie was one of the nicest,wittiest, wild and crazy guys in our small town of Oxford. I am so glad I had the pleasure of knowing him and spending a short time with him the Thursday before he passed! It won't be the same without seeng Roachie He was loved and cared about by many! Rest In peace buddy you are out of your pain now! <3 Watch over your family from above!
Alicia Seymour
October 23, 2014
I knew Paul from high school. I remember him as a really nice person. So sad to hear of his passing. My condolences to the Roach family.
Melissa Stott
October 23, 2014
May your memories give you peace and comfort. Roachie was a true gem and will be greatly missed by all that knew him.
October 23, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Roach family at this time. So many wonderful memories of growing up in Northborough together.
The Dorey family, (Northborough)
andrea
October 23, 2014
I had worked with Paul for a couple years and we dated for about 3years back in 1994 I believe...we actually lived together for those 3years he was a wonderful person with a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone..my family willdef miss you....r.I.p my friend
James Arthur
October 23, 2014
Had the pleasure of working with Paul a number of times. Very saddened in hearing this news. My condolences to his family. Local96 member
Nancy Beauregard
October 23, 2014
God Bless you Roachie..May you rest in Peace and may God Bless your family and friends You will be missed
Patty (Denoncourt) Vehmeyer
October 23, 2014
My condolences to the entire Roach family. I am truly sorry for your loss.
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