Mr. James B. Roach, age 78, of Hartwell, GA passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at Rainey Hospice House in Anderson, SC.

James was born November 16, 1947 in Canon, GA to the late Floyd Williams and Ether (Smith) Roach. James was an expert wheeler and dealer who could be found traveling to various sales.

In addition to his parents James is preceded in death by his siblings; Leon Roach, Betty Joe Henry, Buck Roach, and Bill Roach.

James is survived by his daughter Amy Dawn Roach of Gastonia, NC, brothers Kenneth Roach (Mary) of Royston, GA, Paul Roach of China Park, NC. Three grandchildren and One great grandchild. In addition to those above James leaves behind a host of Nieces, and Nephews.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 from 12:00 -1:00 PM at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of Coile and Hall Funeral Directors. James will be laid to rest privately in the Canon City Cemetery.

Services have been entrusted to Coile and Hall Funeral Directors of 333 E. Johnson Street Hartwell, GA 30643.