Mr. Donald I. Roher

July 4, 1923 - October 15, 2013

Mr. Donald I. Roher, 90, passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2013 at Hospicare of Tompkins County. Born, July 4, 1923 in Munnsville, New York., Donald was the son of Irving and Pearl Snyder Roher. He had resided in Eaton Brook, New York for many years, and had retired to Florida before relocating to Cortland 3 years ago. He was employed by the state of New York where he worked at maintaining the states canals and waterways. He was a 60 year member of the Oneida Moose Lodge, Donald was also an avid hunter and camper. Donald is survived by two sons Donald (Bonnie) Jr. of Wrangle, Alaska, and Ezra (Dianne) of Cortland, two daughters Patti Allen of Dryden, New York, and Sally (Bill) Berdainer of Sherrill, New York. 13 Grandchildren, 41great grandchildren and 7 great great grandchildren. Donald was preceded in death by his wife Laura Black Roher in 2001, a son John Roher and his wife Diane, a daughter Donna Marie Roher, and son-in-law John Allen. In keeping with his wishes there are no calling hours, burial in Eaton Village Cemetery will be private. Contributions in his memory may be made to Hospicare and Palliative Services of Tompkins County 172 E. King Rd., Ithaca, N.Y. 14850 Arrangements are under the care of Riccardi Funeral Home 69 North Main Street, Cortland New York. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting us at www.riccardifuneralhome.com