1983-2026
It is with deep sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Brian Roach, 42, on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Moncton Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Brian was born in Fredericton, NB, he will be missed by his parents: Emile and Annette Roach (Leger); his sister: Christine Roach (Ryan Dowe) of Moncton. Brian is also survived by his maternal grandmother: Lorraine Leger of Moncton; several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
He was predeceased by his maternal grandfather: Ronald Leger and his paternal grandparents: Oscar and Jeannine Roach.
Brian fought a very rare adrenal cancer since May 2025, he showed tremendous strength, courage and acceptance of his prognosis until the end.
We will remember Brian for his kind and gentle nature, Brian’s technical skills will be missed the most by his family. Brian spent 13 years working for Rogers as a customer Service Representative. His last employer was with Midland in Dieppe until he got sick in 2025.
Brian was a huge enthusiastic sports fan, especially watching the Blue Jays baseball games and hockey games. He got to go to Toronto at the end of August to watch a live Blue Jays baseball game, the Jays won the game that night. Brian was also a huge video gamer. He loved to go out to restaurants to meet up with friends. Brian will be missed by all who knew him. You will never be forgotten for all the wonderful things you did for others.
Visitation will be held at Passage, 3754 Route 134, Shediac Bridge, NB (506.532.1050), on Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 from 7 pm to 9 pm. There will be no visitation on Thursday morning. Funeral mass will be held at La Visitation RC Church in Grande-Digue, on Thursday, October 1st, 2026 at 11am.
In memory of Brian, a donation can be made to the Friends of the Moncton Hospital Foundation (Oncology) would be greatly appreciated.
Many thanks to the doctors, nurses and oncologists at the hospital.
The family invites you to sign an online book of condolences below
Arrangements under the professional care of
Passage Funeral Co-operative and Cremation Centre
