ROACHE, Joyce M.

Roache, Joyce M. Joyce M. Roache, age 76, passed away December 4, 2003 at her home in Cave Creek, Arizona after a long illness. Joyce was born in Ridgefield, CT on February 18, 1927. She graduated from Ridgefield High School. In 1948 she married Augustus Montanari who preceded her in death in 1959. She later married Robert E. Roache with whom she shared her life and her love from 1968 until her death. Joyce will be remembered for her creativity, her love for family and her courageous spirit. She is survived by husband Robert; daughter, Tracey Seymour; son-in-law, Jim and grandchildren, Andy and Bet of Glendale, Arizona. She is also survived by son Guy Montanari, daughter-in-law Roberta and grandchildren Lauren and Lindsay of Danbury, CT. Survivors also include husband Robert's children, Luann Mullen, Bruce, Rusty, and Robert Roache and their families, sister Dee Kramer and brother Philip Bailey. Funeral Service will be held on Sunday. December 7, 2003 at 3:00 P.M. at Messinger Mortuary Chapel, 7601 E., Indian School Rd., Scottsdale. Burial will be in New Canaan, CT. The family members would like to give special thanks to Hospice of the Valley. Arrangements entrusted to Messinger Indian School Mortuary. Published in the Arizona Republic on 12/6/2003.