He released his spirit in Alamogordo June 21, 2002 when his worn, 64 year-old body could no longer endure.

He is survived by his parents, Valon & Lola Roach, 7 children Galan, Sabra, Kim, Billy, Rahael, Randy & Robin, and 16 grandchildren, 2 sisters Sandy, Belinda, and two brothers Tim, and  Elwin.

Bobby was an EMFA in the US Navy and a  painting contractor in Alamogordo, NM. He moved to Deming and remained there until 4 years ago when he came back home to Alamogordo where he lived until his death at 10:05 p.m. last Friday evening. He went easy and without pain, as his tired body simply gave out. He leaves behind, not only his family who loved him so dearly, but many friends.

Graveside services will be June 23, 2002 at the Monte Vista Cemetery in Alamogordo, NM.