Prairie State Wire

Nancy E. Roche, who passed away on June 29, 2025, in the presence of her family, is fondly remembered for the warmth and love she brought to her family. She was the beloved wife of the late Martin Roche and the loving mother of Colleen (Frank) Demke, Martin (Ann) Roche, Michael (Cindy) Roche, John (Kimberly) Roche, and Jennifer (Michael) Minogue. Nancy was a proud grandmother to Maureen (Matt) McCready, Kelly (Ryan) Jones, Megan Nelligan (fiancé Tait Erikson), Martin (Allie) Roche, Morgan Roche, Tyler Roche, Lyndsie (Matt) Ulrichs, Michael (Jackie) Roche, Patrick Roche, Lilly Roche, Timothy Hickey, and Kirsten Hickey. She was also a caring GG to Myla, Dawson, Miles, Micah, Nevin, and Fallon.

Nancy was the cherished daughter of the late John and Mary Goodwin, and the dear sister of the late Joan Goodwin, the late Jack (late Mary) Goodwin, the late Jean Goodwin, and the late Maureen Smith. She will be missed by her extended family and friends, including numerous nieces and nephews.

A visitation to pay respects to Nancy will be held on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Curley Funeral Home, located at 6116 W. 111th St., Chicago Ridge. The funeral service is scheduled for Thursday, July 3, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Alsip.

In lieu of flowers, donations to www.coachrochescholarship.com would be appreciated as a tribute to Nancy’s memory. For further funeral information, please contact (708) 422-2700 or visit www.curleyfuneralhome.com.

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