William R. Roche

William R. (Bill) Roche of Randolph, NJ passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at 58 years young.

Bill was born March 7, 1964. After being raised in Quincy, MA, he graduated from Quincy High School and the University of Massachusetts Lowell with a degree in Engineering. Bill had a successful career at Federal Express for over 30 years in Engineering/Operations. 

He leaves behind the love of his life, Jayne M. (Shepherd) Roche, and his two beloved daughters, Megan E. and Amanda J. Roche. He was the son of Patricia M. and the late Robert E. Roche. Brother to Daniel Roche (Joanne), James Roche, Matthew Roche (Kimberly), and Christopher Roche (Stacey). He was the son-in-law to Geraldine F. and the late Thomas J. Shepherd. Brother-in-law to Thomas Shepherd (Linda), Kevin Shepherd (Joan), Nancy Vafides, and Gerard Shepherd. He also leaves behind many extended family members and friends. 

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during the visiting hours on Sunday, April 3, 2022, 2-6 PM in the Keohane’s Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., Quincy. 

A funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, April 4, 2022, at 10:30 AM in Saint Ann Parish, 757 Hancock St., Quincy. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent in Bill’s name to alznj.org (Alzheimer’s of New Jersey).