Obituary of Wanda Ethel Roche

It is with great sadness that the family and community of Wanda Ethel Roche announce her passing on February 13th, 2024, in Saint John, New Brunswick. Wanda was born in Fredericton, New Brunswick on August 17th, 1952, to the late Clarence and Josephine Roche.

Wanda lived a life of service. Her never-ending service to her family, church and community has been a testimony to many. She had a love and laugh that brightened every situation but especially when she was with or spoke of her grandchildren. Her sense of fashion was always topped with a very well matched hat. Her commitment to volunteering in the community has included organizations such North End Food Bank, PRUDE Inc, Women’s Association for Black Community, Cresent Valley Community Tenants Association, and the Cresent Valley Resource Center. Wanda also loved her birds; mainly cardinals and had them proudly displayed everywhere.

Wanda will be deeply missed by her children: Jules, Maurice (Reece), Shaunda Melisa and Eleana; grandchildren: Kendra, Tristan, Julian, Paige, Keiran, Jo, D’Andre, Niemna, Jayshawn, Jayce, and Ty-Neisha; sisters: Edith (Rosie), Charlene and Dianne; Brother: Chris; many nieces, nephews, and friends like Eva Feddery.

Besides her parents Wanda was predeceased by sisters: Carol Ann and Ellen and nephews Earnest (Tiny) and Jimmy.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John, NB (506-634-7424). A visitation will take place at Brenan's on Tuesday, February 20th, 2024, from 2 PM to 4 PM and 6 PM to 8 PM. A funeral service will follow on Wednesday, February 21st, 2024, at the Crescent Valley Gospel Centre at 11:00 AM. Interment will take place at Ocean View Memorial Gardens at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Wanda’s memory can be made to Cresent Valley Community Tenants Association (No charitable Receipt) or Cresent Valley Resource Center (Receipt provided).