John Franklin Roach
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John Franklin Roach, known by most as Frank, age 69, of Bloomington, Indiana, passed away Sunday afternoon February 20, 2022 at his home. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky on June 20, 1952 to the late John and Elouise Roach. Frank married Vickie Croxall on March 15, 1975. They have 2 children, 5 grandchildren and a bonus grandson.
They were a delight in Frank's life. Frank earned his graduate equivalent from Greater Clark County Schools in 1975. Frank completed his degree in Electrical Engineering from University of Kentucky in 1985. He was employed as an electrical engineer at Crane from 1986 - 1997.
Frank enjoyed spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed watching movies, discussing science and physics and working on projects relating to his love of space. He had a brilliant mind and enjoyed sharing knowledge with many. He was proud to be an inventor and earned a patent for a magnetic propulsion system.
Frank was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Patricia and Johnette.
Left to cherish his memory are his sister, Becky Downs, his wife, Vickie, his Children Alison (Dale) Johnson and Aaron (Kim) Roach and his grandchildren Dylan (Mikayla Knierim) Johnson , Isaac, Emmalise and Keaton Roach and Masden and Sophia Johnson.
Friends may send flowers or In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Frank's honor to the Corneal Research Foundation 9002 N Meridian St. Indianapolis IN 46260.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Allen Funeral Home and Crematory, 4155 S. Old State Road 37, Bloomington. Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with family and friends at www.allencares.com