Francis (F.R) Roach

Roach, Francis (F.R.), age 73, passed into his Savior’s arms Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at 3:40 am. He was the owner of Roach Electric Co., a retired school bus driver, and retired from Lockheed Martin. Member of Norwood Methodist Church, Masonic Burlington Lodge #763, and United States Army veteran. Preceded in death by parents, Grover (Bill) and Faye Roach. Survived by wife of 30 years, Judy; the love of his life daughter, Sarah; special son, John(Rose); brothers and sisters-in-law, Wayne and Sharon Roach, Phil and Vickie Roach, special nephew, Jason Sharp, along with many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends 5:00 – 7:00 pm Wednesday at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel with funeral service to follow, Rev. Mark Kitts, Rev. Wayne Roach, and Rev. Paul Cameron officiating. Family and friends will meet 1:15 pm Thursday at East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery, John Sevier for 1:30 pm interment. Full military honors will be provided by East Tennessee Honor Guard.