Charles Daniel “Charlie Dan” Roach

March 23, 1948 – February 19, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Charlie Dan Roach on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the age of 77, at the Sacred Heart Community Health Centre in Chéticamp.
Born in Chéticamp, he was the son of the late Frédéric “Freddie” Roach and the late Hélène (Bourgeois) Roach.
Charlie Dan graduated from NDA School in 1964 at the young age of 16. He then pursued his studies at St. Francis Xavier University, in mathematics and physics before beginning a teaching career that spanned 31 years, serving the students of his native village. In retirement, he devoted his energy and passion to the history and genealogy of families in the Acadian region of Chéticamp.
A volunteer at the Père-Charles-Aucoin Genealogy Centre for more than 40 years, Charlie Dan played a pivotal role in the promotion, preservation, and transmission of our collective heritage. Always available, welcoming, and generous with his time, he guided and assisted visitors with patience, diligence, and kindness, sharing a wealth of rich and valuable knowledge.
A dedicated author, he published Nos Aucoin de Chéticamp in 2004, as well as a booklet in 1993 on the history of Saint-Pierre Church, prepared on the church’s 100th anniversary.
Charlie Dan also held a deep attachment to our Acadian traditions, particularly Mi-Carême, which he cherished and enthusiastically supported year after year. For many years, he served with devotion as choir director at Paroisse Saint-Pierre in Chéticamp. Through his musical leadership and his ability to bring voices together, he enriched liturgical celebrations and touched the hearts of many parishioners.
He was also highly involved with the community radio station CKJM, where he hosted programs, helped organize special events, and contributed to the smooth operation of Radio Bingos. In 2025, he received the King Charles III Coronation Medal in recognition of his exceptional commitment to his community.
Charlie Dan leaves to mourn his sister, Annie Mae Camus; his niece, Denise (Robin) Street; his nephew, Steve (Sandra), Paul (Tara), and Peter Dan (Shawna); as well as several other nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Joseph Luc, and his brother-in-law, Eddie Joe Camus.
The family sincerely thanks Dr. Michel Chiasson, as well as the nurses and all staff at the Sacred Heart Community Health Centre, for their attentive care. Special thanks also to the volunteers of the Meals on Wheels program and to the staff of the Home Care program for their valuable support.
Visitation will take place beginning at 9:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Église Saint-Pierre in Chéticamp. The celebration will be presided over by Father Jaison Cheriya, assisted by Deacon Gerald LeBlanc. Burial will take place at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to La Société Saint-Pierre (for the benefit of the Genealogy Centre) or to Paroisse Saint-Pierre.