Edward John Roach, 51, of the Black Rock section of Bridgeport, died peacefully on June 24.

He will be lovingly remembered by his family, including his parents, Dr James and Joan Neverdousky Roach of Black Rock; his siblings and their spouses, Meaghan and Timothy Berry of Newtown, Timothy and Ann Roach of Fairfield, Molly and Edward Sullivan of South Bend, Ind., Sheila and Shawn O'Brien of Fairfield, John and Carmela Roach of Black Rock, Nora and Sean Ford of Ridgefield, Stephen Roach of Black Rock, and Sam and Vathana Chhiv of Monroe; as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins, who survive him.

A lifelong resident of Bridgeport, and more recently in the Kennedy Center's Probus House, Mr Roach attended St Vincent's Special Needs services, where he had many friends.

He found comfort in the presence of his loving family, as well as holding his favorite sock and a piece of toast in each hand. Mr Roach's unconditional love touched his family and those who came to know him. He will be greatly missed.

Throughout his life, many people cared for him and enriched his experiences. The Roach Family wishes to express their profound gratitude to each of his caregivers, including Tangela of Probus House and Theresa of St Vincent's Special Needs.

Calling hours will be on Tuesday, June 27, from 4 to 7 pm, in the Lesko & Polke Funeral Home, 1209 Post Road in Fairfield Center.

His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 28, at 11 am, in St Ann Church, 481 Brewster Street, Bridgeport. His interment will be private in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Fairfield.

Memorial contributions may be directed to: Black Rock Food Pantry, 25 Princeton Street, Bridgeport CT 06605.

To send an online condolence, visit LeskoPolkeFuneralHome.com.