ROACH – David Arthur

Born Sunday December 10, 1933. Passed away Saturday August 16, 2025.


Passed away peacefully after a short illness.

Loved and loving Husband of Ena (dec).

Wonderful, cherished Father, Grandfather & Great Grandfather.

Valued friend and colleague.

“A humble and remarkable man”

Funeral notice


Service

Friday August 22, 2025 - 1:30 pm

Leopold Cemetery, Kensington Road

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Family and friends are invited to attend the Graveside Service for Mr David Arthur Roach to be held at the Leopold Cemetery, Kensington Rd, Leopold on FRIDAY (Aug 22, 2025) at 1.30pm.

Tributes

  1. We thoroughly enjoyed David's thoughtful participation in our 'big read' at the Ocean Grove citizens' club. Members of our local poetry group. remember Ena too with great affection.

    Paul Duck

    August 24, 2025 1:34 pm

  2. A neighbour, friend and boss whose empathy and encouragement have impacted my life since the first day we met in Dooley Street Warrnambool. The day he asked me whether I would help him out and teach a Psychology class the the next week at WIAE. A partnership that subsequently spanned many academic adventures. David, Ena and their children are remembered with great affection.

    Bruce McKenzie

    August 21, 2025 1:12 pm

  3. A man of faith, wisdom, integrity and kindness, who always enjoyed the company of family.
    A guiding light to us all.
    Will be greatly missed.
    Kathryn.

    Kathryn

    August 21, 2025 11:31 am

  4. David was a long time ago friend through the Uniting church, music, and the wonderful days of WIAE at Warrnambool! I remember him as a gentleman, and a leader of WIAE, who was intelligent, warm, and always approachable! He cared about people!
    May he rest in peace!

    Jan Stewart

    August 21, 2025 11:23 am

  5. Dearest Dad,
    Thank you for all of your love, care, guidance, and music!
    Alicia xoxo

    Alicia Beauchamp

    August 20, 2025 6:09 pm

  6. I'm so glad we were able to say goodbye to you David,the last thing you said to us was, "Don't worry,be happy." We will miss you. Our thoughts are with Jill and family at this time.Love Anne and John, xxx

    Anne And John Aras

    August 20, 2025 6:01 pm