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James Vincent Roach – Sept. 19, 1941 – July 12, 2026
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· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Jim Roach died on July 12, 2026, after a period of illness, surrounded by his family.
A Benbrook resident has passed away. Jim Roach died on July 12, 2026, after a period of illness, surrounded by his family. He was born on September 19, 1941, in Akron, Ohio, to James G.
and Evelyn Roach. Jim Roach had a successful career in industrial products sales, utilizing his gift for talking to people. He was married to his wife Karen for 65 years, having tied the knot in June 1961.
The couple had four children together. Further details about Jim Roach's life are available from the Fort Worth Report.
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Category: safety Published: July 15, 2026 Source: Fort Worth Report Reading time: 1 min
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