Edward F. Roche, July 28, 2020 Edward F. Roche, 85, of Dunmore died July 28 at home.

A lifelong resident of Dunmore, he was the youngest son of the late Alice and Matthew Roche. He left behind a wife Shirley Foy Roche . They were married 63 years this past June. He was a 1952 graduate of Dunmore high school. He was an automotive mechanic, owner of R-Way Garage and part owner of C&E Branchline Railroad Shop.

He served in the United States Navy on the USS. Vogelgesang DD-862 for five years. He had a passion for trains and was an avid camper. He was also a member of the T. C. A. .

He is survived by his eight children. Edward, Matthew, Colin and wife Rose, and Todd all of Dunmore, Erin Campbell and husband Clark, Dickson City, Colleen Kausmeyer and companion Jamie Goetz Throop, Alicia Bowen and husband Damon, Dunmore, and Tammy Freda and husband Dr. Tony, Clarks Summit. He was a proud grandfather to 14 grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by his sister Margaret Schilling, a brother John and a son Neil.

The family would like to thank Sacred Heart and Traditional Home Health Hospice both of Dunmore, for their care and compassion during his final days. A Mass of Christian Burial Will be held on Tuesday, at 10 AM in Saint Mary's of Mount Carmel Church Dunmore. Interment Fairview cemetery Elmhurst. Friends may call Monday, from 5 PM to 8 PM at the Morell-LaBelle funeral home 301 Chestnut St., Dunmore. To leave online condolences please visit the funeral home website. Please note that masks will be required upon entering the facility and social distancing will be practiced. Due to Pennsylvania state mandate a maximum of 25 people will be allowed in the funeral home at one time, expect delays.