Karen Sue Roach

Karen Sue Roach, 63, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital. Born August 30, 1955 in Fort Wayne, she was a daughter of the late Charles R. and Gloria J. (Rodgers) Cashdollar. A graduate of Northrop High School, class of 1973, Karen was an Office Manager with Jet Contracting Corp. for over 10 years, from which she retired. Karen loved spending time with her family and grandchildren and was a beloved mother and grandmother. She is survived by her sons, Jonovon Roach and Brian Roach, both of Fort Wayne; two grandchildren, Jonovon “Qwenton” and Griffin; siblings, Daniel Cashdollar of Fort Wayne, David (Tracye) Cashdollar of Fort Wayne, Steven (Cheryl) Cashdollar of Gulfport, Fla., Terrance Cashdollar of San Antonio, Texas, and Rebecca Beitvashahi of Fort Wayne; and many nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, William E. “Bill” Roach; and brother, Jeffrey Cashdollar. Funeral Service will be 2pm on Friday, March 1, 2019 at Hockemeyer and Miller Funeral Home, 6131 St. Joe Rd., Fort Wayne, with calling one hour prior. Pastor Murray Clugston officiating. Calling will also be from 4-8 pm on Thursday, February 28, 2019 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association. For online condolences, please visit www.hockemeyermillerfh.com.