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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
My sympathies to the family ♥️🙏🥲
Mes plus sincères sympathies Annette, Emile et Christine.
Emile et Annette,
Nous sommes désolés d’apprendre le décès de votre fils Brian.
Nous vous offrons nos sincères condoléances durant ces moments difficiles.
Vos anciens voisins de la rue Boisée – Marcella et Léonard LeBlanc
It’s with a warm heart that I wish you all the strength to get through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love! Ron and Rosella 🙏💕
Nos sympathies à vous deux et à toute la famille. Je suis sur que Brian est entre bonnes mains. Qu’il se repose en paix.
A ses parents et sa soeur & famille, sincères sympathies à vous tous. Si jeune mais ses ailes l’attendait au paradis. Bon courage et je vous envoie des ondes positives et de la force pour summonter cette dure épreuve.
Nicole Fournier Morais et la famille de Cléophas Fournier
Nos sympathies à vous et votre famille Emile et Annette
My deepest condolences to Brian’s loved ones at this difficult time.
So sorry to hear this ! I went to school with Brian since elementary school. He was always a kind guy ! Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers!
Mes Sincères Sympathies Annette et toute la famille!
Repose en Paix Brian!
Mes condoléances, Annette et Émile, famille et amis.
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Annette, Emile and Christine on the heartbreaking loss of your dear Brian. There are no words to ease the pain. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time. May the love and support of family and friends bring you some comfort, and may the beautiful memories of your son remain forever in your heart. Sending you a big hug and so much love. ❤️
Nos plus sincères condoléances Annette, Emile, Christine et toute sa grande famille! Que tous vos bons souvenirs vous apportent réconfort dans ces temps difficiles!
Chers Annette et Émile,
Je vous offre mes plus sincères condoléances et je vous garde dans mes pensées.
Mes plus sincères sympathies à toute la famille, tellement triste.
Nos sympathies à toute la familles. RIP
Mes sincères condoléances à Emile et toute la famille pour votre grande perte.