William "Buddy" Harrison Roach

William H. “Buddy” Roach, of Kodak, Tennessee, was born July 31, 1946, and passed away peacefully at home on April 21, 2026, surrounded by his family after a short battle with leukemia.Buddy spent most of his life working at Roden Electric in Pigeon Forge alongside his father and brother. He began as a sales clerk and, through years of dedication, became a sales manager. Outside of work, he could often be found in his hobby shop, spending evenings and weekends painting cars and trucks for friends. After retirement, he worked for a time at Smoky Mountain Knife Works, simply for the enjoyment of staying active and connected.Buddy will be remembered for his quick wit, sharp sense of humor, and his one-of-a-kind turns of phrase that left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. He was a member of a non-denominational Christian church.He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Laura Roach; his sister, Peggy Dile, and his brother, Allan Roach, all of Kodak.Buddy is survived by his wife of 50 years, Deborah Roach (Denton); his children, Kaydele Shropshire (Don), Bradley Roach (Tanya), and Kylene Russell (Brandon); and his eight grandchildren, Sherice Phillips, Jeffrey Maples, Maci Brunson, Spencer Roach, Vincent Roach, Kellar Tarwater, Maggie Maples, and Trinity Parker. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren, Luke, River, and Allison, as well as several nieces and nephews.The family will receive friends at Farrar Funeral Home on Monday, April 27, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., with the service to follow at 7:00 p.m.