John Wesley Roach Obituary

The memory of John Wesley Roach of Gordonsville, Virginia, who passed away on September 1, 2025 at the age of 88, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Luther Roach and Minnie Florence Roach; his siblings, William, Prentice, Gordon, Leroy, Sammie, Earnest, Shirley, Virginia, Lena and Jeannie; his niece Frances Riner; his children, JW Roach, Christopher Houchens (Maggie) and Stephanie Shifflett (Keith); and his grandchildren, CJ Houchens, Courtney Shifflett, Amber Houchens, Haley Shifflett, Nathan Houchens (Red Head Boy), Harlen Roach and Landon Roach.

He is survived by: his wife Patsy Shifflett Roach; his niece Wanda Morris; and his pets, Izzy and Jasper. He is also survived by numerous extended family members and close friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Johnny's memory to a charity of your choice.