MILFORD - Robert Roach of Milford, died on Saturday, June 20, 2015. Robert was born in Milford to the late Douglas and Marie(Deputy) Roach. He attended the Milford Senior High School graduating with the Class of 1957. He starting working as a machinist for the Playtex Co. in 1964 retiring in 1999. Bob served as a volunteer for the Memorial Volunteer Fire Co. Station #89 for many years holding such positions as Secretary and Assistant Chief ultimately becoming a Life Member. His hobbies included hunting, fishing and tending to his garden. He was also an avid Nascar fan rooting for Richard Petty #43. Bob spent a great deal of time with his buddy and four-legged companion Chipper. Bob is survived by a daughter, Ellen Roach of Milford; and a son, Rob Roach and his wife Erin and their daughter Michaela also of Milford. He is also survived by a brother, Marshall "Joe" Roach of Ellendale; and a sister, Jean Scott of Georgetown. Services for Bob with Fireman's Honors will be held on Saturday June 27, 2015 at 12 noon at the Rogers funeral Home in Milford. A viewing will be held from 10-12. Interment will be at the Milford Community Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions in Bob's name can be made to the Memorial Vol Fire Co. 359 Bay Ave. Milford, DE 19963 or the Delaware Hospice Center 100 Patriots Way Milford. E-Condolences may be sent to rogersfhmilford.com