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Michael Roche Obituary

FLAGSTAFF, AZ – Michael E. Roche, 66 of Flagstaff, AZ passed away on January 10, 2025. Born in Haverhill, on September 11, 1958 Michael was the son of John Richard "Dick" and Esther Mae (Blaisdell) Roche. He attended Groveland public schools and was a graduate of Pentucket High School, Class of 1976. Most recently he retired from doing maintenance work for elderly housing. Michael traveled extensively around the world, seeing Australia, South Africa and many exotic places over the years. Through his work with the St. Vincent De Paul Society he became very friendly with the local Indian tribes and owned a jewelry shop in Sedona, AZ where he sold authentic Indian made jewelry. Michael will be remembered as a loving son, brother and uncle. He is survived by his brothers Daniel J. Roche of Salem, NH, John P. "Jack" Roche of Atkinson, NH, Kevin J. Roche of Groveland, MA, and James W. Roche and his wife Laura of Kingston, NH. He also leaves behind nieces and nephews Colin Roche, Monica Roche, Alyssa Roche, Tori Falite and James D. Tirone; and grand nieces Ziedalyz Casado and Solstice Casado. He was predeceased by his brother Brian Roche and nephews Aiden Roche and Christopher Roche. To send condolences please visit Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook or www.comeaufuneral.com

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Published by 97.9 WHAV on Jan. 24, 2025.

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Love, Jackie & Don Zeaman

January 25, 2025

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January 24, 2025

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