"Rest you soul Pat Jr. Jim and I loved you. Pat was always good to Jim as was his father. I will always remember you fondly for your kind heart towards our family and for treating Jim with respect for the driver that he was. Pat Jr. always smiled and laughed with us. Jim would have been there to meet you and I will always will cherish our memories.
"
In loving memory of
Patrick Roach
May 12, 1958 - November 25, 2012
Patrick J. Roach, age 54, of Madison, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 25, 2012.
Pat was born on May 12, 1958, in Madison, the son of Patrick and Mary Lou (Mohrhauser) Roach. Young Pat was a graduate of Blessed Sacrament Grade School and Edgewood High School, where he competed in football, basketball and Edgewood's first ever hockey team. His size, spirit and competitiveness were assets to the sports in which he competed.
After high school Pat began work in the trucking industry, successfully building his own business. In 1994 he married Vicky Wilson and welcomed two children, Darby and Jake. For many years their family enjoyed the beauty of the north woods of Wisconsin at their cabin in Mercer.
All who knew Pat understood his capacity for wit, love, fun and laughter. Sadly, they also understood the struggles he faced.
Pat is survived by his beloved children Darby and Jake and former wife Vicky, his loving mother Mary Lou, sister Ann (Roach) Haase and brothers Terry and Mike Roach, brother-in-laws Lee Haase and Dan Consigny, nephews Joe, Nate, Brad and Tim as well as a son Christopher Bourque and grandson Curtis.
Pat was preceded in death by his father, Brig. General Patrick M. Roach and his youngest sister Ellen (Roach) Consigny.
A funeral service for Pat will be held at St. James Catholic Church, 1128 St. James Court, at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 30, 2012 with a one hour visitation just prior to the mass.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to his children's education fund and mailed to 626 Chatham Terrace, Madison, WI 53711.
Special thanks to all our friends and family.
Tributes
"I knew Pat in the early 90s and he had a heart of gold! He would do anything for anybody. I've lost touch with him over the years, but just knowing Pat and remembering his big laugh and seeing his smile will always be a cherished memory. I am so sorry for your loss. May his soul be in a better place now and may he rest in peace."
"To the Roach Family,
I am saddened to hear about Patrick's death and the struggles he endured. My thoughts and praryers go out to the entire Roach family during this intense period of grief and loss.
Marti Louther"
"So sorry for your loss. I hope he has found peace."
"You will be missed my dear friend. Even though we lost touch over the years, I remember your forever smile so early in the morning at the Oasis. My deepest regards to your family in this time of loss. Barbi and Randy Belgum"
"Dear Roach Family, I am so sorry to hear of Pat's passing. Pat was was like a brother to me. He was a faithful friend and truly a free spirit. Although we have lost communication over the years he will always be in my heart and soul. May he rest in peace. God bless us all. - Jack Richtsmeier"
"You will always be loved and dearly missed. The world will not be the same without the joy and happiness you brought everyone who you touched in this world. With much love and condolences, The Rehberg Family"
"RIP Roach! You will be missed !"
"Mr. Roach must have been a beautiful man, because he has beautiful children. We know Darby and offer her and the family our deepest sympathy. Marilyn Townsend and Katherine T. Wade."
"Pat is a really nice guy. He will be missed. By remembering the good times, I hope you can overcome your sadness. "
"You will be missed Roach. Mt Horeb wont be the same without your presence. God bless your family."