Obituary of Brant Roach

Brant Roach Glace Bay It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, Thomas Brant Roach, age 55, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late William and Millie (Pittman) Roach. Brant lived his passion through boxing until his illness. When he could no longer indulge his passion he then coached and mentored young boxers. Brant was a very social individual and enjoyed among other things, singing karaoke with his friends. Brant was known as a gentleman extraordinaire with a great sense of humour. He loved animals and especially loved spoiling his cats. Brant is survived by daughter, Brianna (Robert Nickerson); three grandchildren. He is also survived by sisters, Mary Frances (Rick) MacDonald, Glenda (Earl) Lewis, Annie Laurie (Donna); brothers, Bobby, Jimmy (Susan), Danny (Ginette); as well as several nieces and nephews. The family would like to acknowledge Tommy MacDonald who was his best friend since childhood who was dedicated to their friendship, and spent his time with Brant until his final hours. We would also like to further acknowledge Brant’s brother-in-law, Rick MacDonald who moved into Brant’s home and became his soul caretaker for five plus years. In short, Brant was a very special man. Visitation will be held Saturday, December 21, from 11-1 p.m. with a service to follow at 1 p.m. with Fr. Duaine Devereaux officiating, all taking place at T.J. Tracey Cremation and Burial Specialists, 370 Reserve St., Glace Bay, NS (902-849-4199). Burial will take place at later date. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.tjtracey.com