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Official Obituary of

Roger A. Neff

January 26, 1939 ~ June 13, 2025 (age 86) 86 Years Old

Roger Neff Obituary

 

Roger A. Neff 86, Rochester, Indiana, passed away at 11:52 A.M. Friday, June 13, 2025 at his residence.

He was born on January 26, 1939 in Rochester, Indiana, the son of Clyde and Opal (Briney) Neff. On July 24, 1974 in Rochester, he married Mary Margaret Sadowsky. She preceded him in death on July 28, 2020.

Roger had been a life- long farmer and had been a member of the First Christian Church. He spent many years wintering in Florida, where he enjoyed sailing and scuba diving. Roger loved flying and dreamed of once again piloting a small plane. In recent years he filled his days finding joy in time spent with family and other loved ones and working on the family farm.

Survivors include his children, Kathy (Orv Huffman) Neff, Rochester, Indiana, Michael Neff, Rochester, Indiana, Rev. Lori (Cleo) Neff LaRue, Wyncote, Pennsylvania, grandchildren, Christopher Neff, Indianapolis, Indiana, Thomas Neff, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, step-granddaughter, Coryell LaRue, Frisco, Texas, brother, Gerald Neff, South Bend, Indiana, sister, Doris Clemans, Rochester, Indiana, finace', Carol Smith, Rochester, Indiana, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Phyllis Davidson, sister-in-law, Irene Neff, brothers-in-laws, Richard Davidson and Jim Clemans.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 A.M. Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home, Rochester, Indiana. Friends may visit from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 17, 2025 and one hour prior to service Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Odd Fellows Cemetery, Rochester, Indiana. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton County Animal Adoption and Education Center or the Rochester High School Future Farmers of America. Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmermanbrosfh.com

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Services

Visitation
Tuesday
June 17, 2025

5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home
1101 Jefferson Street
Rochester, IN 46975

Funeral Service
Wednesday
June 18, 2025

10:30 AM
Zimmerman Bros. Funeral Home
1101 Jefferson Street
Rochester, IN 46975

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