Romaine John “RJ” Roach

Romaine John “RJ” Roach, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather and pillar of the Beaumont community, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 14, 2025, at the age of 94, in his hometown of Beaumont, Texas.

Born on Halloween in 1930 to Thelma Broussard Roach and Romaine Roach, Romaine grew up with a strong sense of family, faith, and hard work. He graduated from South Park High School in 1948 and soon after married the love of his life, Bonnie Joyce Matthews Roach, on December 30, 1950. Together they built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and unwavering commitment to their family and community.

Romaine dedicated much of his professional life to Marine Pipe and Copper Works, where he proudly served as President and Co-Owner, with Bonnie, setting a strong example of leadership and integrity. He was also a proud member of Pipefitters Local 195, where he forged lifelong friendships and contributed to the trade he so deeply respected.

A true outdoorsman at heart, Romaine found joy in the stillness of nature, spending countless early mornings duck hunting and quiet afternoons in deer stands. He loved to travel, sharing adventures with Bonnie and their loved ones, often with the sounds of Cajun music filling the air and his feet tapping in time to the rhythm of his heritage.

His Catholic faith remained a guiding light throughout his life. He was a dedicated member of St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church and the JOY group, where he cherished the fellowship and spiritual connection shared with his church family.

Romaine is preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife, Bonnie Joyce Matthews Roach, whom he missed every day since her passing.

He leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and deep family roots. Survivors include his children, Stephanie Roach Samaha and her husband, Phillip Samaha; Diana Roach McCullough; and David Roach and his wife, Sharon Roach; cherished grandchildren, Matthew Samaha, Tiffinie McCullough, Jenny Folsom Todd, Dustin Roach, Katie Samaha Meeker and her husband, Travis Meeker, Bonnie Folsom Trammell, and Kelly Roach Warren; proud great-grandfather to, Katherine Marlor, Grace Sullivan and her husband, Aaron Galitz, Hannah Sullivan and her fiancé, Shelby Trahan Boudreaux, Gavyn Hollier, Mackenzie Meeker, Chloe Meeker, Zander Trammell, Memphis Trammell, and Sawyer Warren; and adored great-great-grandfather to, Charlotte Sullivan, Brantley Boudreaux, Indie Sullivan, Ellie Sullivan, and arriving soon, Kimberley Boudreaux and Blakeley Boudreaux.

Romaine’s life was a testament to quiet strength, humble leadership, and unconditional love for his family. His stories, laughter, and Cajun spirit will echo in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105.

A gathering of Mr. Roach’s family and friends will begin at 9:00 a.m. with a Rosary recited at 10:00 a.m., with his funeral service to follow at 10:30 a.m., Monday, July 21, 2025, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His interment will follow at Magnolia Cemetery, Beaumont.