Roach, James, 86, August 22, 2012. Arrangements by Bowers Funeral Home. Interment held in the Merrill Cemetery. MERRILL – James Roach, 86, died Aug. 22, 2012, in Bangor. He was born April 17, 1926, in Merrill, the son of James and Vera (Tozier) Roach.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during World War II in Korea. He was a member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and Elks Lodge.
He is survived by his grandson, Shawn Roach of Connecticut; a sister, Corris Giggey of Orono; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a special caretaker, Randy Rockwell and Ottie. He was predeceased by his parents; a son, David Roach; and siblings, Eugene, Isabelle McNelly and Nellie Prince.
Friends called from 1-2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24, at Bethel Pentecostal Church, Oakfield, where funeral services were held at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Sterling Lawrence officiating. Interment was at Merrill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may donate to Bethel Pentecostal Church, P.O. Box 280, Oakfield, ME 04763. For an online memory book and to leave condolences, please visit www.bowersfuneral.com.