Franklin Delano Roach age 66 of 58 Hicks St., Ridgeway, died Sunday June 5, 2011 at Memorial Hospital of Martinsville. He was born August 2, 1944 in Axton to the late Benjamin Franklin "Ben" and Sarah Frances Keen Roach. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by two brothers, Jack and Ray Roach, and one sister, Shirley Roach.
He attended Drewry Mason High School, and served in the U.S. Air Force for four years. He was a member of Ridgeway UMC, and had retired from DuPont with 25 years of service.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years Joan Wright Roach of the home, one son, Brian Roach of Martinsville, one daughter, Tammy Jones of Martinsville, one brother, James Rodney Roach of Ridgeway, two sisters, Patsy Roach and Nellie Mason, both of Martinsville, four grand daughters, and one step grand son.
The graveside service will be Tuesday June 7, 2011 at 11:00 AM in Roselawn Burial Park with Rev. Beth McLemore and Dr. David Adkins officiating. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service in the Roselawn Chapel, and at other times at the home on 58 Hicks St., Ridgeway.
Memorial donations may be made to Ridgeway UMC, 160 Church St., Ridgeway, VA 24148.
Arrangements are by Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home.