Celebrating the life of
Jason Alan Roach
October 13, 1972 - October 31, 2008
Brooklyn, New York
Jason Alan Roach, 36, died October 31, 2008 in New York. He was born in Newport
Beach, California, son of Alan and Dianne Roach. He moved to Savannah at a young age and attended St. Michael's Catholic School on Tybee Island and attended schools in the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System. Most recently, he worked as a chef in New York and loved to cook and prepare and eat gourmet specialty dishes. Jason was an artist/painter and poet. He currently was writing a book entitled "Painted Horse". He was a publish poet and recently had paintings shown in galleries in New York. Jason was also a musician and songwriter who loved to play the guitar. He was an avid skate boarder and his great passion was his new motorcycle. Recently, Jason became interested in fitness and body building and showing off his chest being the clever, witty and funny person he was. At the time of his death, he was attending the Swedish Institute in New York City for massage therapy with one semester left with an A average. He had been sober for twenty one months. Jason was the friendliest and most loving person you would ever meet.
Surviving are his father, Alan Roach of Tybee Island; mother, Dianne Roach-Minkovitz of Savannah; sisters, Heather D. Roach, New York, NY; Meagan Lufburrow, North Carolina; maternal grandmother, Lilian Rheaume of Manchester, New Hampshire; maternal grandfather, Leo Rheaume and his wife, Blanche of N. Ft. Myers, FL; step-father, Brian Minkovitz of Savannah; girlfriend, Lauren Hart of New York and aunts, uncles, nieces and cousins.
Memorial Service: 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2008 at Tybee Island Beach - South Beach at the very end of Highway 80 - Chatham Avenue with a reception following at the Crab Shack.
Please sing our on-line guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
My condolences to the family and friends.
- allison hennessee, petersburg, VA
Jay Bird luv u man.We had a lot of fun in the city.Never forgot hangin. It was a blessing to live life with u.My man see u Later
- Kai, , NY
I'll miss you every day, my brother!! See you up there!!
- Dennis Rivadeneira, New York, NY
I remember when Jason and I would sell fresh squeezed OJ outside of Kevin Barry's. Whenever I came home to visit we would always seem to run into each other. Jason, you will always be remembered.
- Jaqui Dravis Wilson, Macon, GA
I know that no one probably remembers me, but i know that Jason would. Heather would, as well. I loved this guy as a person, so much. No matter how horrible I was, unintentially, to my friends, in the past, he never judged me. He was always there for me, and I have always thought of him, and loved him, as one of my friends that I would have forever.
- Solomon Huebner, san francisco, CA
i love you jason. you're really going to be missed by so many people. you've enriched all of our lives a 1000 times over.
- camille paradise, lodi, NJ
I am so saddened to hear the news of Jason Roach. He was such a special and kind person. He always treated everyone with dignity and respect. My thought and prayers go out to all of the Roach family, and his friends. The Schroeder/Flanigan Family
- Rachel Schroeder, savannah, GA
Alan, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time with the loss of your son. May God give you grace, strength and courage at this time. Mark and Adrienne Wallace
- Mark Wallace, Savannah, GA
My condolences to Jason's family, I met Jason, in school Swedish Institute and boy do we all miss him so much. He had a smile that could light up a room! He was truly one of a kind I have never met anyone like him. Forever will he live in our hearts. It was a great pleasure knowing him.
- Lorraine Vega, Staten Island, NY
Jason is a friend who was always smiling and very thoughtful of others, we met while in middle school and our friendship continue through the years and I will miss him with all my heart. May GOD bless Heather, the family and all whose life he touched.
- Ashley Lewis, Jacksonville, FL
Alan and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless you all.
- Amy Breazel Doronio, Atlanta, GA
May God's peace be with ya'll. Jason was a fine young man that overcame any obstacle he confronted. Remember the good times and know they were many!
- Robyn Quattlebaum, Savannah, GA
To Alan and Heather - I am so saddened to hear about Jason. You are all like family to me and my family. I will treasure the happy memories we shared together when we were younger - the crazy road trip to Disney, sleep-overs, fun, laughs, and a little mischief too! As I think of Jason now, I have a smile on my face and a tear in my eye. He was such a wonderful person and it was a pleasure to know him. I am sorry I have not seen him in a few years, but happy to hear of how well he has been doing in NYC. My heart goes out to Alan, Heather, and the rest of Jason's family for their loss - love to you all - I love Jason and will miss him too.
- Amy Gaster, Tybee Island, GA
Alan, I am so sorry to hear about your son Jason .Your family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Cindy from GSU
- Cindy Smith Davis, Savannah, GA
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. Roach will be greatly missed and remembered.
- Blaine Hightower, Savannah, GA
My condolences to the friends and family of Jason Roach. In my youth, I recall how phenomenal he performed those ollie-wall-rides.
- Clay Porter, Savannah, GA
If you knew Jason you loved Jason. He was one of a kind with his mischievous grin & beautiful eyes. He will be forever missed by Adam, Lara, Emme, Lucas, Ava & Lucy!! We feel so blessed to have had you in our lives we love you Jason.
- Lara Holden, Savannah, GA
I was heartbroken when I heard about Jason's death. He was always smiling and ready with a hug when I would see him at a family gathering. He was always one of my favorite cousins growing up. I am praying for all of the family and Jason's girlfriend, Lauren. May God hold you in the hollow of his hand as you try to get through these upcoming days. love, Tricia and family
- Tricia Mahany Steinman, Cumming, GA
Jason and I went to St. Michael's School on Tybee together and became close friends, he was larger than life and my sympathy goes out to his family. I am truly sorry for you're loss.
- Glen Zittrouer, Savannah, GA
My thoughts are with Jasons family, friends and loveone. Jason had the wonderful ability to make everyone he met feel uniquely special. This is such a rare gift and he was able to share this with some many.
- Christina Scharf, Savannah, GA
You go through life meeting and knowing lots of people, but the ones you grow up with are the ones you have that special connection with. You get to know them before life becomes so big and scary. Jason was such a sweetheart, and I'm so proud of him for all he accomplished. I'm especially proud of his 21 months living one day at a time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I'm very grateful to have known Jason. I will forever remember him as giving me my first bouquet of flowers at age 8 : He was an angel then and is our angel now.
- Erin Brennan, Savannah, GA
My heart and prayers go out to the entire family and all who had the pleasure to know him. Jason was a great guy who seemed to always have a smile on his face. Growing up in Savannah it was always a pleasure running into him around town. He was a super nice guy and will be missed. God bless..
- Eddie White, Farragut, TN
Hope there is a good skate park in heaven for you, nephew. There's a band needing a guitarist somewhere. Save me a spot.
- michael roach, tybee, GA
One of a kind! The first words that come to mind when I think of Jason.Running into Jason could turn an ordinary day or night into an extraordinary time. Never known anyone with such a passion for so much Jason Roach had no limitation and with that I will never forget him as I'm sure is with all that have had the chance to know him.I love you my brother keep on smiling.
- Brett Mckie, savannah, GA
Alan, Kathy and are are so sad to hear about Jason. Please know you and Jason are in our prayers. Mack
- William McElwee, savannah, GA
I'll never forget the day 19 years ago I answered the door and there was Jason, the cutest skater I had ever seen. Who could resist that smile? I've loved him ever since and feel blessed to have known him.
- Kathy Thomas, San Francisco, CA
My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends. Jason was an exceptional person and I am glad to have had the opportunity to have met such a fine and gifted man.
- Farrah Glisson, Hoboken, NJ
Jason had a way of touching everyone he met and making them smile. I feel lucky to have known him, and he will be greatly missed by many.
- Dana Sederlund, SAVANNAH, GA
Alan and family - Frances joins me in offering deepest sympathy and condolences. Frank
- Frank Emerson, Wytheville, VA
My condolences to the family and friends.
- allison hennessee, petersburg, VA
Jay Bird luv u man.We had a lot of fun in the city.Never forgot hangin. It was a blessing to live life with u.My man see u Later
- Kai, , NY
I'll miss you every day, my brother!! See you up there!!
- Dennis Rivadeneira, New York, NY
I remember when Jason and I would sell fresh squeezed OJ outside of Kevin Barry's. Whenever I came home to visit we would always seem to run into each other. Jason, you will always be remembered.
- Jaqui Dravis Wilson, Macon, GA
I know that no one probably remembers me, but i know that Jason would. Heather would, as well. I loved this guy as a person, so much. No matter how horrible I was, unintentially, to my friends, in the past, he never judged me. He was always there for me, and I have always thought of him, and loved him, as one of my friends that I would have forever.
- Solomon Huebner, san francisco, CA
i love you jason. you're really going to be missed by so many people. you've enriched all of our lives a 1000 times over.
- camille paradise, lodi, NJ
I am so saddened to hear the news of Jason Roach. He was such a special and kind person. He always treated everyone with dignity and respect. My thought and prayers go out to all of the Roach family, and his friends. The Schroeder/Flanigan Family
- Rachel Schroeder, savannah, GA
Alan, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time with the loss of your son. May God give you grace, strength and courage at this time. Mark and Adrienne Wallace
- Mark Wallace, Savannah, GA
My condolences to Jason's family, I met Jason, in school Swedish Institute and boy do we all miss him so much. He had a smile that could light up a room! He was truly one of a kind I have never met anyone like him. Forever will he live in our hearts. It was a great pleasure knowing him.
- Lorraine Vega, Staten Island, NY
Jason is a friend who was always smiling and very thoughtful of others, we met while in middle school and our friendship continue through the years and I will miss him with all my heart. May GOD bless Heather, the family and all whose life he touched.
- Ashley Lewis, Jacksonville, FL
Alan and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless you all.
- Amy Breazel Doronio, Atlanta, GA
May God's peace be with ya'll. Jason was a fine young man that overcame any obstacle he confronted. Remember the good times and know they were many!
- Robyn Quattlebaum, Savannah, GA
To Alan and Heather - I am so saddened to hear about Jason. You are all like family to me and my family. I will treasure the happy memories we shared together when we were younger - the crazy road trip to Disney, sleep-overs, fun, laughs, and a little mischief too! As I think of Jason now, I have a smile on my face and a tear in my eye. He was such a wonderful person and it was a pleasure to know him. I am sorry I have not seen him in a few years, but happy to hear of how well he has been doing in NYC. My heart goes out to Alan, Heather, and the rest of Jason's family for their loss - love to you all - I love Jason and will miss him too.
- Amy Gaster, Tybee Island, GA
Alan, I am so sorry to hear about your son Jason .Your family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Cindy from GSU
- Cindy Smith Davis, Savannah, GA
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. Roach will be greatly missed and remembered.
- Blaine Hightower, Savannah, GA
My condolences to the friends and family of Jason Roach. In my youth, I recall how phenomenal he performed those ollie-wall-rides.
- Clay Porter, Savannah, GA
If you knew Jason you loved Jason. He was one of a kind with his mischievous grin & beautiful eyes. He will be forever missed by Adam, Lara, Emme, Lucas, Ava & Lucy!! We feel so blessed to have had you in our lives we love you Jason.
- Lara Holden, Savannah, GA
I was heartbroken when I heard about Jason's death. He was always smiling and ready with a hug when I would see him at a family gathering. He was always one of my favorite cousins growing up. I am praying for all of the family and Jason's girlfriend, Lauren. May God hold you in the hollow of his hand as you try to get through these upcoming days. love, Tricia and family
- Tricia Mahany Steinman, Cumming, GA
Jason and I went to St. Michael's School on Tybee together and became close friends, he was larger than life and my sympathy goes out to his family. I am truly sorry for you're loss.
- Glen Zittrouer, Savannah, GA
My thoughts are with Jasons family, friends and loveone. Jason had the wonderful ability to make everyone he met feel uniquely special. This is such a rare gift and he was able to share this with some many.
- Christina Scharf, Savannah, GA
You go through life meeting and knowing lots of people, but the ones you grow up with are the ones you have that special connection with. You get to know them before life becomes so big and scary. Jason was such a sweetheart, and I'm so proud of him for all he accomplished. I'm especially proud of his 21 months living one day at a time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I'm very grateful to have known Jason. I will forever remember him as giving me my first bouquet of flowers at age 8 : He was an angel then and is our angel now.
- Erin Brennan, Savannah, GA
My heart and prayers go out to the entire family and all who had the pleasure to know him. Jason was a great guy who seemed to always have a smile on his face. Growing up in Savannah it was always a pleasure running into him around town. He was a super nice guy and will be missed. God bless..
- Eddie White, Farragut, TN
Hope there is a good skate park in heaven for you, nephew. There's a band needing a guitarist somewhere. Save me a spot.
- michael roach, tybee, GA
One of a kind! The first words that come to mind when I think of Jason.Running into Jason could turn an ordinary day or night into an extraordinary time. Never known anyone with such a passion for so much Jason Roach had no limitation and with that I will never forget him as I'm sure is with all that have had the chance to know him.I love you my brother keep on smiling.
- Brett Mckie, savannah, GA
Alan, Kathy and are are so sad to hear about Jason. Please know you and Jason are in our prayers. Mack
- William McElwee, savannah, GA
I'll never forget the day 19 years ago I answered the door and there was Jason, the cutest skater I had ever seen. Who could resist that smile? I've loved him ever since and feel blessed to have known him.
- Kathy Thomas, San Francisco, CA
My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends. Jason was an exceptional person and I am glad to have had the opportunity to have met such a fine and gifted man.
- Farrah Glisson, Hoboken, NJ
Jason had a way of touching everyone he met and making them smile. I feel lucky to have known him, and he will be greatly missed by many.
- Dana Sederlund, SAVANNAH, GA
Alan and family - Frances joins me in offering deepest sympathy and condolences. Frank
- Frank Emerson, Wytheville, VA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
