Age 73, Cheticamp, passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at Sacred Heart Community Health Centre, Cheticamp. Edmond was a son to the late James (Jimmie) and the late Lucie (Roach) Roach.<\/p>\n
Edmond was a man loved by his family and friends. He was a quiet man who didn\u2019t like to make a big fuss. However, you could find him sitting on his deck in the summer months and he would welcome anyone who would come by for a visit.<\/p>\n
In his early days, Edmond loved his sports. He was a great athlete, excelling in any sport he played in. He also had a love for his cars.<\/p>\n
Edmond spent over 30 years working for NS Power, working days and nights at times, ensuring the community kept its power.<\/p>\n
In his later years, he enjoyed fishing, spending time on his four-wheeler, watching baseball and hockey, especially his beloved Montreal Canadiens, and spending time with family and friends.<\/p>\n
Edmond is survived by his sons, Darren Roach and Jason Roach; brothers, Alphonse (late Albertine) Roach, Daniel (Lise) Roach, and Emile (Florence) Roach; sisters, Marie Cecile (late Gerald) Aucoin, Patricia (Paul Antoine) Deveaux, Estelle Roach, Laurette (Ren\u00e9) Larade, and Sylvia (Marcel) Larade.<\/p>\n
Besides his parents, Edmond was predeceased by his daughter, Paula Roach.<\/p>\n
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 1:00 PM in St. Peter\u2019s Cemetery, Cheticamp with Deacon Gerald LeBlanc officiating.<\/p>\n