Overview

• On August 2, 2025, Roach died peacefully at home in the arms of his wife, Jennifer, following a June diagnosis of aggressive Plattenepithelkarzinom.
• He and Jennifer married on July 20, just two weeks before his death, and she quit her job to care for him full time during his illness.
• As a founding member of Junkyard in 1987, Roach helped define the band’s late-80s sound with his raw vocals and songwriting.
• Junkyard’s Instagram statement described him as a gifted artist and devoted family man, emphasizing his humor and resilience during his final months.
• Fans and fellow musicians, including Brian Baker, Chris Gates and Patrick Muzingo, have shared condolences celebrating his impact on rock music.