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James Roche Obituary

Roche Jr., James M. It is with a broken heart that I tell you, the love of my life, my best friend and my everything lost his battle with cancer. Loving husband of Diane Roche (nee Mandel); cherished father of Susan and family, and James and family; dear son of the late James and Catherine Roche; adoring brother of Marie (Tom) Dohm, and the late Richard Roche; fond brother-in-law of Denise (Michael) Roche, and Denise (Larry) Evans; proud nephew to many aunts and uncles; best uncle of many nieces and nephews; loyal daddy to his four legged kids, Chip and Dale, Bella, Wiggles, and Max; best friend to everyone. Many thanks to all the family, friends, and doctors who helped. Retired from local 134. Arrangements entrusted to Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home. www.thompsonkuensterfuneralhome.com 708-425-0500

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 15, 2014.

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With Love, Robin Suvada and daughter Randy Lynn

May 14, 2015

Uncle Jim is my second uncle. I remember as a young teenager being at his house for a family party ... the song playing was "Suzie Q" by CCR. Uncle Jim and I danced to the song. If you know this song, you know how long it is ... I had a hard time keeping up with him! Always a smile, a pleasant conversation and a joke - a true offspring of his mom and dad. Every year in the Fall we put out Pumpkin Boo that he made, complete with gym shoes! Great memories of a great man.

Larry and Debi Marmozewicz

June 24, 2014

We will always remember his sweet smile and gentle nature. Diane, may your days be filled with warm memories....

Donna and Kevin Egan-Hillis

June 19, 2014

Diane, we were so sorry to hear about Jim. Although we haven't seen you in a long time, we have fond memories of you and Jim. You are in our thoughts and hope the great memories of your years together will provide you with comfort.

Emmett and Pat Egan

June 19, 2014

Diane, we have known Jim for a long time and will miss him dearly. He was always such a nice, funny and gentle man. We had a lot of great times with you and Jim. Our thoughts are with you and the puppies.

Gannon Family

June 16, 2014

RIP cousin Jimmy. A wonderful man from a wonderful family.

Jaskula Family

June 16, 2014

So sorry for your loss Di. Jim was always a kind and gentle soul and out prayers go out to you and the puppies.

len and dar smith

June 16, 2014

jimmy was a good man who we loved and will solely miss. Di, our love and prayers go out to you and the puppies

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Jim & Laura Collachia

June 15, 2014

Unfortunately, we only knew Jim for the last few years, but what a great guy and a friend to all. Made our lunches at BJ's special. Our deepest sympathy goes out to our "FB".

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