John (Jack) Roche

Our sincere condolences on Jack's passing, Jack was a huge inspiration to me as I started out in politics, a proud Irish Republican who believed so strongly in the potential of rural communities, we may not have agreed on everything but we thoroughly enjoyed the debate!! Thanks for all the work you did for our party over the years, may Jack rest in eternal peace

Rest in Peace Jack, Sympathies to all his family

Rest in peace Jack.
Thanks for your great work.

Deepest sympathy on the loss of Jack

We wish to offer our sincere sympathy to Eda, Anne, Bernie, Teresa, Catherine, Tony, Donal, & Sean on the sad passing of your dear Uncle Jack, who was always dedicated to our Irish Traditions . May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathies to Jack's nieces and nephews and all the extended family on his sad passing. What a great legacy, Jack has left after him. He will be fondly remembered in his beloved Rockchapel and further afield for all the great work he did. Sorry, I was not able to attend the funeral but I watched the Mass, such a fantastic tribute. His love of Irish music, story telling and fun, will live on in Bruach na Carraige. Jack, thank you and may you now rest in eternal peace. Your work is done !

Sincere sympathy to Jack’s family. May he rest in peace.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

Deepest sympathy to Jack’s family on his sad passing. An absolute gentleman. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

My deepest sympathy to all Jacks family a pure gentleman so helpful great worker and had a kind word for everyone may his gentle soul rest in peace

We were deeply saddened to hear the news of Jack’s passing. A lifelong friend. We will cherish the many, many happy memories we have of time spent in his company. You will be missed by all who knew you. Our sincere condolences to the Fitzgerald Family. Rest in Peace Jack.

Sincere condolences to Jack family
May he rest in peace

Sincere sympathy to the Roche family on the sad passing of Jack. May he rest in peace.

What a man. Great memories from my childhood. Jack was involved in everything in the community and loved by all. It was great to c a tri colour over his coffin, and a gaa Jersey it was well deserved. May he rest in peace. Credit to his family and community for such a beautiful send off.

Sincere condolences to all of Jack’s family on the sad passing of a wonderful ambassador for Rockchapel. Treasured memories include post match analysis when Jack had ferried Den, Jer and Tony to matches all over Duhallow and further afield. He introduced us to set dancing when he brought us to the practice for Scór in Maureen and Marty Murphy's house. His encouragement led us to volunteer in local events. Canvassing for local county council elections was our first introduction to politics.
In subsequent years I followed his career as he worked tirelessly for Rural Development. His love of music, culture and storytelling will live on in Bruach na Carraige. Rest in peace Jack.

Deepest sympathy to Tony, Marie and all the Fitzgerald and Roche families on the sad passing of Jack. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h'anam dílis

Condolences to all of Jack’s family. Jack set such a fine example to us all growing up in The Rock. It was a great privilege to know him. His was a life very well lived. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal.

Sincere condolences to all Jack's nephews & Nieces and extended family. What a gentleman to have known in this world.

Deepest sympathy to the Roche family on the sad passing of Jack. A regular visitor to Ceolann, Lixnaw, over the years and a fantastic ambassador for Comhaltas. A powerful representative for the people of Rockchapel and beyond. He will be sadly missed. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to the Roche family on the death of Jack. Got to know Jack many years ago through his involvement with the Cork Junior Football team, a real gentleman. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to all the Fitzgerald family on the sad passing of your uncle Jack. May he rest in peace.

All in our house are deeply saddened at the passing of our great friend, Jack Roche. We have fond memories of Jack, arriving in his black car to take the lads to classes, workshops and events for many years. They are hugely indebted to Jack for instilling and nurturing in them a great grá for our culture and heritage but above all, for his incredible kindness, love, support and friendship. Go gcúití Dia a shaothar leis. We extend our heartfelt sympathises to his loving nieces and nephews, Eda, Anne, Bernie, Teresa, Catherine, Tony, Donal, Seán, his grand nieces, grand nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May Jack's kind and gentle soul rest in Heavenly peace

Sincere sympathy to the Roche family on the sad passing of Jack. Unfortunately we couldn’t attend his removal but watched his funeral Mass online. It was a great tribute to him from all the speakers & musicians - he made a lasting contribution to the lives of many in rural Ireland. On a personal level Jack was very friendly, genuine & had a great hearty laugh, it was a pleasure to have known him. May he rest in peace

Sincere Sympathy to all the Roche family on the sad passing of Jack. He was a wonderful man. May he rest in peace.

My sympathies and condolences to the Fitzgeralds on the passing of Jack.

Sincere sympathies to the Roche family. Jack was great to promote Irish music and was loved by everybody. RIP

Sincere sympathies to all the Roche family. Jack was great to promote Irish music and was loved by everybody. RIP

Sincere sympathies to the family of Jack. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to the Roche and Fitzgerald familie, especially our great neighbours Catherine, Mark & MJ on the sad passing of Jack. May he rest in peace

So sorry to hear about Jack's passing. He was such an influence on so many of us, passing on an appreciation and love for our local culture. I have lots of wonderful memories of heading off with a gang in Jack's car. So many adventures with lots of new friends. Fear usail iontach Gaelach. Gan dabht, ní bheidh a leithéid ann arís. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Kerry Co Board CCÉ sympathise with Jack’s family, friends & community on his sad passing. We acknowledge his dedication to the music & heritage of Sliabh Luachra in his beloved Bruach na Carraige. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal.

My deepest condolences to all the Roche family. I have such clear recollection of jack calling to our house when we were young. RIP.

Sincere condolences to Seán and family. I have fond memories of Jack from various music events in Freemount and Rockchapel back over the years. He always had kind words of encouragement for us as youngsters. May he rest in peace

Sincere Sympathy to All the Roche & Fitzgerald Families and all the extended Families on the Death of Jack our Thoughts and Prayers are with ye all at this very sad time Jack was a Gentleman May Jack's Gentle Soul Rest in Peace 🙏.

Our condolences to Jack's family and friends.
Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal.
Remembering happy times in Bruach na Carraige.

Deepest sympathy to all Jack's family and friends on his sad passing. He was such a sincere, hardworking, kind person , a blessing to have known him.

Sincere condolences to Jack’s family on his passing. I have great memories of Jack in our house. May he rest in peace

Fare thee well Jack, a lovely man, kind and gentle, mild in manner and generous in spirit. May the angels lead him to his just reward and the martyrs rejoice at his coming. Go ndéana Dia trócaire ar a anam dhílis.

Sincere Sympathy to All the Roche &Fitzgerald Families on the Death of Jack our thoughts and Prayers are with ye all at this very sad and Difficult time Jack was a Gentleman May Jack's Gentle Soul Rest in Peace 🙏.

Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Jack, he was a lovely man and a good friend.

Sincere condolences to all the Roche family and especially to jacks niece’s on the exceptional comforting care they provided to Jack. May his gentle soul rest in peace. Thinking of ye all at this difficult time.

Sincere sympathy to Jacks family. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to the Roche family on the sad passing of Jack. May Jack rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to the Roche family on the sad passing of Jack may his gentle soul rest in peace a lovely man who dedicated his life to people and local communities and was always a joy to meet.

Sincerest condolences to the Roche family on the sad passing of Jack. An outstanding councillor and man of the people. During my Cork County Council years he led the party with great dedication. May Jack Rest in Peace.

Deepest sympathy to all the families and friends of the late Jackie Roche. A wonderful and sincere gentleman. We enjoyed many good nights at the Bruach Na Carraige in Rockchapel. He will always be remembered for all the good he did in his lifetime. May he Rest In Peace.

Deepest sympathy to all the Roche family on the passing of jack rip.

Sincere sympathy to Jack's family. He was a passionate supporter of rural communities and rural transport. It was a pleasure to work with him on the board of Local Link. May he rest in peace.

It was an honour to serve on the Board of IRD Duhallow with Jack, a man in whom everyone who worked with him and knew him held in the highest of respect. We all learned so much from his huge knowledge and unwavering passion for so many aspects of rural development not only in his own local community in Rockchapel but also this wider region. Many will benefit from his efforts for many years to come. Rest in peace Jack.

Very sincere sympathy to you Theresa and all who mourn the loss of Jack may memories bring you comfort and may Jack rest in eternal happiness 🙏

Sincere sympathy to the nieces, nephews, and extended Fitzgerald and Roche families on the sad passing of Jack a true stalwart for rural Ireland His involvement in Rockchapel Gaa , Duhallow Gaa and Cork Junior Football brought huge respect by players members and everybody involved.Jack was away ahead of his time especially his vision for the future.
Rest in peace Jack.

My deepest sympathy to the nephews nieces of this wonderful person.
Years ago when I was involved in community development I attended a conference for 2 days in west Cork and got to know Jack personally , as I had listened to him on several occasions on radio was delighted to meet him.
He was a power house of knowledge and always had great respect for him.
I listened to his funeral mass and it was what a man like Jack deserved. It was a fantastic tribute to him.
May your gentle soul rest in peace and rise in glory to your heavenly home where you are reunited with your beloved family.

Deepest sympathy to Jack's family and to all who mourn the sad passing of a unique man who excelled in everything he was involved in. May his gentle soul now enjoy everlasting peace.

Sincere condolences to the Roche and Fitzgerald families on the sad passing of Jack. May he rest in peace.

My deepest sympathies to Jack’s family & friends on his passing. He was always such a gentleman and so encouraging to every musician in Sliabh Luachra and beyond. Rest in Peace Jack, thanks for all your work in preserving our culture. It will never be forgotten.

Condolences to the Roche and Fitzgerald families on the passing of Jack. May he Rest in Peace.

Comhbhrón ó chroí le gaolta agus cáirde Jack. Laoch ab ea é i ngort an chultúir Ghaelaigh. Go raibh ceol binn na nAingeal le clos aige i bhFlaitheas Dé

Condolences to the Roche family on the passing of Jack. It was always delightful to meet him, his big smile & hearty laugh. He did so much for his local area & people, rural transport, traditional music, singing, story telling, and culture. We are all the poorer with his passing. May he enjoy eternal rest.

Sincere sympathy to the Roche family and all who mourn Jack. He was a committed volunteer for decades and walked the talk of Rural Development. He was committed to access and Rural Transport and a rock of sense. He was good company and always a pleasure to meet at board meetings of Local Link Kerry or at gigs. H

Sincere sympathy to Jack's family on his passing. Leaba i measc na naomh dó

Sorry to hear of the sad passing of Jack. Condolences to all his extended family.