Benny Leroy “Roy” Roach, 90, passed away Saturday, May 7, 2022. He was born in Estherville, Iowa, to Benny Thomas Roach and Ruth (Rogers) Roach. He was active in high school sports, and after graduation, joined the National Guard. He married in 1948, and they had five children. He was a heavy equipment operator.

He had also worked as a radio DJ.

He married Ruth, with daughter Lois, in August 1961, and she preceded him in death in 1999. During their time together, He and Ruth first operated a beverage business, and then the B&R Garage Door business in Joplin. He was active as a member and musician in the churches of his communities. He has long been a member of the Masons, Scottish Rites, Shriners, Oriental Band, and Elks. He served twice as Master in Joplin Lodge 335, and later in life joined the lodges in Cassville and Shell Knob. He shared his senior years in Cassville with Mary.

Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville.