It is with deep sadness that we must
announce the sudden passing of Jeffrey "Jeff" Michael Roach
at the age of 38. Jeff passed away in Albian Village,
Alberta unexpectedly on Saturday, March 7, 2015.
Born in Amherst, NS, he was a son of
Michael and Gail (Dines) Roach.
Jeff was a well loved young man whose
life impacted anyone he came in contact with. Most important
to him was his family whom he loved to brag about. He
especially loved spoiling his nieces and nephews. He was a
selfless man who took great joy in making people happy and putting a
smile on your face. He was a hard worker, starting his career at
Tri-Gil on the Strait Crossing where he developed his passion for
construction. He became a great foreman who brought out the
best in everyone that worked for him. He was an accomplished
sportsmen and spent many years playing basketball in Port Elgin and
with the Titans High School team.
In addition to his parents he will be
deeply missed by his siblings Chris (Maryann), Port Elgin, Jennifer
(Paul Trenholm), Port Elgin, Andrew (Rachel Baker), Grand Falls, NB,
his fiance and best friend Sarah Gray and her son Evan; nieces and
nephews Noah, Ethan, Jasmine, Mason, Colton, and
Hayden.
Arrangements have been entrusted to
Jones Funeral Home. Visitation will take place at the Jones
Funeral Centre, 3 West Main St., Port Elgin, NB (506-538-2241) on
Thursday, March 12 from 6 to 9 pm. The funeral service will
take place at St. James United Church, Baie Verte, NB on Friday, March
13, 2015 at 2 pm, Wayne Jarvis DLM officiating. Burial will
take place in the spring.
Those wishing to make a donation in
Jeff's memory may do so to the Port Elgin Basketball Association, the
Sackville Minor Hockey Association, or the charity of your
choice.
Condolences may be sent to the family by
visiting www.jonesfuneralhome.ca or the funeral home Facebook
page.