James (Jim) Franklin Roach Jr., age 58, of Palm Coast passed away at home on February 12, 2023.  James retired from Southern Wine & Spirits where he worked as a district manager.  In any given day you would see Jim out fishing the ponds of Palm Coast or on Wildcat Lake in Astor where he was enjoying retirement to its fullest.  He was born in Fairmont, WV and moved to Lakeland FL as a small child.  He graduated from Kathleen Sr. High school in Lakeland.

James is survived by his loving wife, Patti; step-son, Hayden Miller of Jacksonville; son, Michael (Nikki) Roach of Mansfield TX; grandchildren, Jaxon and Ryan; sister, Andrea (John) Cullipher of Lakeland FL; brother, Randy (Mary) Smith of Jacksonville; best friend, Cliff (Sandy) Warning; a host of loving in-laws, nephews and nieces.  A private memorial will be held at a later date.

In Lieu of flowers,  donations may be made to Central Florida Youth Anglers, Inc. (501C3), 13132 Laurel Crest Ct, Grand Island, FL 32735. (419)295-2683.