David Patrick Roach

David Patrick Roach
, December 10, 1965 – August 2, 2025

David Patrick Roach passed away peacefully at home in the early hours of August 2, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska, after a courageous battle with an aggressive form of cancer. He was 59 years old.

Born on December 10, 1965, in Dallas, Texas, to Mike and Connie Roach, David discovered his love for music and art early in life. In 1972, his family moved to Austin, where he spent his formative years and began his journey as a musician. While still in high school, he co-founded his first punk rock band, The Pagans, later forming The Strappados, a rock outfit that further honed his unique voice and raw talent.

In 1986, David moved to Los Angeles, where he found not just a music scene but a brotherhood. There, he helped form Junkyard, a hard rock band known for their gritty, streetwise sound infused with Southern and punk influences—and their iconic battle vests. Junkyard’s authentic energy and refusal to conform to the glam rock trends of the time earned them a devoted fanbase around the world. Signed to Geffen Records, the band released two albums and several music videos that left an enduring mark on the rock landscape. They toured extensively across the U.S., the U.K., Japan, and Spain, spreading their sound wherever they went.

David was more than a musician—he was a true artist. Whether on stage, on canvas, or in conversation, he brought creativity, intelligence, a lightning-fast wit, and a huge heart. He was deeply loved by his family, his bandmates Pat, Tim, Todd, and Jimmy, and by fans across the globe who saw and felt his passion.

David is survived by his beloved wife, Jennifer, whom he married just two weeks before his passing in a tender hospital ceremony that brought him peace. He also leaves behind his son Ray, his siblings Megan, Pat, and Courtenay, and a cherished group of nieces and nephews.

Though he wrestled with inner battles—as many gifted, creative souls do—David’s life was rich with love, friendship, art, and purpose. He found profound joy in his final days, surrounded by those who knew his heart.

David Roach lived loudly, honestly, and with a style all his own. His legacy will echo through the music he created, the art he loved, and the lives he touched.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date