Donald Roger York

Donald “Roger” York passed away at age 79 in his home on Friday, November 10, 2017, following an extended illness. He was born December 3, 1937, in Cumberland, Kentucky, a son of the late Augustus Stanley York and Irene (Leveridge) York. Roger had attended Memorial Wesleyan Church until his health declined. He loved hearing the Word of God and beautiful gospel music and listening to Rev. Charles Stanley on TV during his illness. Roger gave his heart to the Lord and will enjoy God’s promises in heaven now. Roger considered himself an “Oak Grover” and was raised in New Castle. He told many stories and had fond memories of growing up there. He was nostalgic about his old buddies who remained good friends throughout the years. He was proud of the couple of years he spent in Los Angeles and spoke often of his adventures in California. Roger retired from Delco-Remy in Anderson where he served as a committeeman in the union. He also operated the concession stand, along with his young children, at Baker Park and Pool. Later, he managed the pool for a few seasons. He loved the little children and was generous in giving them food when hungry. Roger’s favorite past-time was working in his yard, mowing, planting flowers and landscaping. He cut his grass - even when it really didn't need to be cut. He was an avid pet lover, especially his cats. He considered them a part of his family and grieved when he had to say goodbye. He loved music of many genres, especially 50’s rock ‘n’ roll. Roger loved IU Basketball, Colts football, and the Cincinnati Reds. He coached Minor League Baseball and Optimist League Basketball. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Vicki Sue (Eversole) York; a son, Michael D. York; infant grandchildren, Rachel and Matthew Pinon and three brothers, Roscoe, Paul and Charles York. Survivors include his wife of 33 years, Barbara J. York; children, Rhonda S. York Pinon, Tammi L. (husband: J.B.) York Nicholson, Donald R. (wife: Charity) York II, Jennifer A. (husband: Kris) Kollmeyer and Justin S. York; step-children, Emily J. Gonzalez and Kent S. Gonzalez; a sister, Ruth Ann (husband: Junior) Johnson; sister-in-law, Wilma York; eight grandchildren, six step-grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren with one on the way. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 pm Thursday, November 16, 2017, at Sproles Family Funeral Home with Pastor Dennis Kinser officiating. Burial will follow in Green Hills Memory Gardens. Friends may call from 1:30 pm until the time of the service Thursday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Henry County Humane Society. You may send the family a personal condolence at www.sprolesfamilycares.com. Many thanks to the staff at Glen Oaks and Henry Community Health Hospice. The Sproles family and staff are honored to serve the family of Donald “Roger” York.

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Donald Roger York

December 3, 1937 - November 10, 2017