- Date Of Birth: August 27, 1938
- Date Of Death: October 19, 2022
- State: Indiana
Nancy Lee Roche, 84, of South Bend, Indiana passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, in the Raclin House, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Nancy was born on August 27, 1938 in South Bend, Indiana to Paul Lehman and Elinore (Rupert) Lehman. On May 2, 1959in Holy Cross Church, she married Joseph L. Roche, who preceded her in death on September 11, 2005. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Paul Lehman and Elinore Milliken; and her sister, Sharon Lehman. Nancy is survived by her daughter, Kathy (Jeff) Murray of Granger, Indiana; her son, Thomas (Kris) Roche of South Bend, Indiana; six grandchildren, Emilee Duell, Carly Niemier, Ally (Ryan) Gurson, Chase Murray, A.J. Roche and Kayla Roche; two great-grandchildren, Lucy and Beau Gurson; and her brother, Ray “Butch” Milliken. Nancy was a strong, self-sufficient woman. She was tough as nails and had a loving heart. She spent a good portion of her life taking care of others. In her later years this included volunteering a lot of her time to local organizations in Michigan and Florida. Nancy loved the outdoors.
We are thankful for all the beautiful memories we have tohold on to. We are comforted knowing you are no longer in pain, your mind and body have been healed. We know you are speeding over the “tickle belly” hills of Heaven.
