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Patricia Roach Obituary
Patricia M. Roach, nee Lorrigan, of Oak Brook, formerly of Elmhurst, beloved wife of James M. Roach Jr. For 62 years; loving mother of James M III (Mandy), Joseph L. (Kara) and Michael P. (Lisa) Roach and Mary Pat (Gary) Groce; proud grandmother of Katie, Connor, Truman and Tony Roach, Gary Alex Groce, Jessica (Kyle) Seaton, Megan (Sean) Brabant and Christopher (Ethan) Groce-Hahn; cherished great-grandmother of Polina Groce and Eleanor and Alice Seaton. Visitation Monday, April 12, 2021, 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with a funeral service at 7:00 p.m. at Gibbons Funeral Home, 134 South York Road, (½ mile North of Saint Charles Road), Elmhurst. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, please note that the family thanks all attendees in advance for their show of support, however facility capacity is limited and we request all attendees maintain social distancing, wear a mask and be respectful of the time so all have a chance to express their condolences. Live Stream of the service available through the funeral home website. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave. Floor 17 Chicago, IL 60601. For funeral information please call 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com
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Lael Laning
April 11, 2021
My love and prayers to the entire Roach family. I dearly miss Pat, her strength and wisdom.
Her life was a blessing, her memory a treasure.
The Gibbons Family
April 11, 2021
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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Apr
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3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Gibbons Funeral Home - Elmhurst134 South York Road, Elmhurst, IL 60126
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