Ronald M. Roach

Ronald M. Roach, 77, of St. Anne, passed away Monday, June 9, 2025, at his home. He was born July 2, 1947, in Kankakee, the son of Gerald and Myrtle Roach. He served in the United States Army and an operator at General Foods. On November 19, 2001, he married Barbara in Kankakee. Ron was always volunteering to make people laugh. He enjoyed bowling, walking, and visiting his friends at McDonald’s. Ron is survived by his children, Holly (Brian) Runner, Christa Roach, Angela Roach, Ron (Kim) Beland, Darcy (Rob) Lind, and Taunya Klette; siblings and in-laws, Jerry (Barb) Roach, Mick Roach, Linda Patton, Joy (Gary) Brandt, Dawn Roach, and Roxann (Doug) Monaghan; 17 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Roach; parents; brothers, Ricky Roach and Louis Roach; son-in-law, Joseph Klette. Visitation will be held Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10 a.m. until the memorial service at 1 p.m. at Jensen Funeral Home, Kankakee. Burial will be at a later date in Clifton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.