Richard M. Roche

Richard “Dick” M. Roche, age 76, of Iron River, MI, formerly of Chicago, IL, passed away on Friday, October 26, 2018 at Aspirus Iron River Hospital.   He was born on September 30, 1942 in Chicago, IL; the son of the late John W. and Marie E. (Worts) Roche.  Dick attended the Chicago schools, graduating from Brother Rice High School in 1960. He was employed as a dispatcher before he retired on November 16, 2004.  He enjoyed baking with and especially for his grandchildren and his friends and family.  Dick is survived by his sons, John C. Roche of Arkansas, Ronald J. Roche and Thomas E. (Patricia) Roche, both of Chicago, IL; daughter, Jennifer L. (Robert) Hill of Blytheville, AR; brothers, John Roche of Iron River, MI and Daniel (Donna) Roche of Chicago, IL; sister, Judy (Jerry) Zarecki of Tinley Park, IL and Mary Roche of Hot Springs, AR; 17 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Richard M. Roche Jr. Memorial services will be held at a later date.  To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Richard M. Roche, please visit our flower store.