Mr. Kevin David Roche, 74, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at his residence.

     Kevin was born in Yonkers, NY, on April 21, 1950, the son of the late Joseph and Marion (Labaselle) Roche.  Kevin was raised and educated in Yonkers.  He proudly enlisted with the US Marines, served his country, receiving decorations for the National Defense Service Medal and Rifle Marksmanship Badge. He was honorably discharged after his faithful service.  Kevin was employed as a CDL truck driver, both driving trucks and school buses.  He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed playing blackjack, jogging to stay in shape and loved antiquing.  He was also a novel car mechanic and liked repairing, soldering and building things.  He will be greatly missed by all that know him.

     Kevin is survived by his son, Kevin Michael Roche of Brooksville, Fla, his daughters Kelly Pagan, New Windsor, NY and her children Edwin and Kaylee, Priscilla Rennison and her husband Michael, Grahamsville, NY, sisters Geraldine and Karen and several nieces and nephews.  He is predeceased by his parents Joseph, Marion and brother Kerry Roche.

     Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to Kevin’s funeral service on Friday, September 27, 2024, at 6:30PM from Heintz Funeral Service, Inc. 408 Herkimer Road, Utica, calling hours will be held from 5- 6:30PM.  Interment will be held at the convenience of the family.