Paul Jones Roach - Walker Funeral Home

Paul Jones Roach (74) was born on September 4, 1948 to Walter Dean and Florence Jones Roach. He passed away in his home surrounded by his family on March 27, 2023 after a short courageous battle with cancer. Paul grew up in Spanish Fork Utah and attended schools there and graduated from Spanish Fork High School with the class of 1966. He studied at Brigham Young University and graduated with a double major in Spanish and Physical Education in August of 1972.. He was an educator who spent 27 years teaching in the Nebo School District: Physical Education, Spanish, and Life Skills, while also doing all his farming.

Paul served a two year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the Uruguay, Montevideo Mission. There he made lifelong friendships and gained a deep love for the people of Uruguay and Paraguay.

After returning from his mission, Paul fell in love with and married his sweetheart Alice Ann Runolfson on May 27, 1972 in the Provo Utah Temple. Together they had five children: K.D., Analice, Matthew, Robert, and Daniel. They were blessed with twelve grandchildren that he dearly loved and adored.

After growing up farming with his father, he continued his love for agriculture and cattle by owning and running his family farm with his wife and kids. Paul always said, “The farm may not raise a lot of money, but it will sure raise good kids.” His farm and legacy will continue on for generations to come.

He served faithfully in many church callings. Paul came in contact with many people who had a profound influence on his life. He cherished the many friendships he made over the years.

The Roach family would like to thank the many doctors and nurses that helped Paul with his health challenges: Drs. Brandt Esplin, Steve Larsen, Brandon Barney, and Lawrence Nobuhara. Paul expressed his gratitude to have the right medical people placed in his path at the precise times.

He is survived by his wife: Alice Ann Roach, sister: Deanne (Bryan) Jex, Children: Kenneth Dean (Megan) , Analice (Adam) Heaton, Matthew (Janette), Daniel (Stefanie), Grandchildren: Jared, Kaylee, Will; Kourtney, Kaitlyn, Makell; Kasey, Whitney, Hayden; Dane, Alice, and Barret.

Preceded in death by his parents: Walter Dean and Florence Roach; in-laws Kenneth L. and Alice B. Runolfson; infant son: Robert Paul Roach.

Funeral Services for Paul will be held on Saturday April 1, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the 4th Ward Chapel located at 353 E 400 N, Spanish Fork Utah. A viewing will be held Friday evening March 31, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Walker Mortuary located at 187 S Main St, Spanish Fork Utah. A Family Prayer only (for family to attend) will be offered before the funeral on Saturday.

Interment will be held at the Spanish Fork Cemetery.

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Lana Creer Harris says

March 31, 2023 at 9:42 am

Alice Anne,
You worked by his side on that farm, you were blessed to have that time together. He was, as the Irish say, “A lovely, lovely, man”
Love Lana

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Ann roach says
April 2, 2023 at 11:12 pm

Hi Lana I just noticed your condolences. Thank you so much. This is a journey that I did not expect to have to experience this soon. He was diagnosed with a cancerous sarcoma on the back right side of his back on the 2nd of February. Things went south way to fast. Thank goodness for precious memories. Thank you so much for your message. Ann

Dennis Davis says

April 1, 2023 at 2:38 pm

Paul was my protector when I was picked on in Jr. High School. I have always appreciated him for saving me from bullies, even though I haven’t seen him since graduating. Thank you Paul.

Dvid Huff says

April 3, 2023 at 12:00 pm

I enjoyed working with Paul at the Middle School/ Jr. High. He was a good friend and a fine teacher. You two have raised a fine family and he will certainly be missed by many. He was an influence for good in our community.

Carie Morgan says

April 4, 2023 at 6:13 pm

We are so sorry that we missed Paul’s services. Unfortunately we were unaware until today of his passing. We loved him so much and he was a very special guy. I’m sure you will all miss him too. Love and prayers from The Hyrum Barker family. Carie Morgan and Kathy Bills

Sharon Creer says

April 7, 2023 at 1:14 am

Ann, I am so sorry to lose a good friend and classmate. But am brokenhearted for your loss. I pray for the comfort you will need.

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Ann says
April 8, 2023 at 2:47 am

Sharon thank you so much for your condolences and kind words. The out pouring of support from family and friends has helped. Ann.

Carolyn Orton Judd says

April 10, 2023 at 10:19 pm

Alice Ann, I haven’t seen you or Paul since high school. We graduated with a great group of people. I am do sorry. Paul was fun and well liked in school and I always enjoyed being around him and you. May you feel his love and the love of our Savior at this difficult time.

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Ann Roach says
April 18, 2023 at 3:04 am

Carolyn thank you so much for your kind condolences. We really did have great kids in our class. You were one of the great kids that paul and I enjoyed going to school with. Thanks again for your thoughtfulness. Ann.

Paul Jones Roach September 4, 1948 - March 27, 2023

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9 Condolences for Paul Jones Roach