Born on June 20, 1938, in South Boston, VA, she was the daughter of the late Bernard and Estelle Mayberry. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother, Robert C. Mayberry; son, Timothy Roach; and daughter-in-law, Margaret Ann Roach.
LaVerne graduated from E.C. Glass High School in 1956, and began her career at Consolidated Shoe Company before marrying the love of her life, Phillip, in 1957 at Park View United Methodist Church where she was a member. She took great pride in caring for her husband, their four children, and their home. LaVerne inherited her talent for good cooking from her mother and was especially known for her delicious sugar cookies, a family favorite. She and Phillip cherished their time together at Myrtle Beach, their favorite travel destination, and shared a love for thrift shopping. In her younger years, LaVerne was also an avid bowler, enjoying both the sport and the friendships it brought.
She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Phillip R. Roach, Sr.; her children, Randy Roach (Cindee), Kimberly R. Doyle (Jerry), Cynthia R. Ford (Bill); and a grandson, Andrew Doyle (Kelsey).
A graveside service celebrating her life will be held on Monday, September 8, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Spring Hill Cemetery, 3000 Fort Ave, Lynchburg, VA 24501.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. – 5 :00 p.m. at Whitten Timberlake Chapel.
The family would like to thank Heartland Hospice for the love and compassion shown to LaVerne and Cynthia Ford, for being her Mom’s dedicated caregiver for the last five years.
