From NKAA, Notable Kentucky African Americans Database (PIONEERS & PATRIOTS: Anderson County Military Servicemen, Revolutionary War - WWI)

Roach, William

(born: 1866  -  died: 1928) Roach was born October 2, 1886. He served during World War I as a private in the U.S. Army. He is found on list of soldiers from that war compiled by Mr. Wyatt Shely, Anderson County historian.

Roach died February 8, 1928 and is buried at Woodlawn Hills Cemetery where his grave is marked by a government provided marker.

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Entries compiled by Anderson County Historical Society's Luther Allen Davenport.

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“Roach, William,” Notable Kentucky African Americans Database, accessed October 11, 2026, https://nkaa.uky.edu/nkaa/items/show/300005428.

Last modified: 2026-01-21 20:41:59