Conesus: At age 82, Roger passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, April 4, 2025, at his home in Conesus. He was born on July 5, 1942, in Rochester, NY to the late Paul J. Damon and Geraldine Palma. He is predeceased by his beloved wife, Michele F. Damon, and his daughter, Barbara Damon. Survived by his sons, Paul (Beth) Damon of Rochester, James Damon of Rochester, Michael (Michelle) Damon of Livonia, Christopher Damon of Spencerport, his half-brothers, Tim (Janet) Damon of Livonia, and Darryl (Jennifer) Damon of Naples, FL, his grandchildren, James, Jr., Sarah, Melanie, Nicolas, Aaron, Luke, Abbey, Jacob, Rebecca, Elizabeth, Alison, and Emily, his many great-grandchildren, along with several nieces, nephews, and friends.
Roger met the love of his life Michele at a school sock hop, after a few years of courting they went on to have a long and happy marriage and settled down in the Town of Gates where they raised 5 children. Roger joined the Gates-Chili Fire Department in 1969 and served as Lieutenant, Captain, and Battalion Chief at Gates Station 2 from 1978-1983. They moved from Gates to Conesus Lake in 1985 where he bought Michele her dream home on East Lake Rd. Roger retired from the Gleason Works in Rochester, NY in 2004 after over 42 years of service. 20 years as a Supervisor where his leadership was admired by all who worked for him. Roger and Michele became empty nesters and moved further south in 2005 to his current residence on East Swamp Rd to enjoy a quieter life of hunting, wood working and lazy days together. They loved to host family events at Camp Nomad. After his beloved wife Michele passed in 2010, Roger joined the Conesus Fire Department in 2011 where he served as a Fire Commissioner until 2016, he also served as a Director and Treasurer until 2021. He was most recently honored with Life Membership and spent a few years on the Fire Police Squad. Roger was a dedicated family man, husband, father and Firefighter. He was a faithful steward to the communities he lived in.
Friends and family are invited to call from 10 AM – 1 PM on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia. A Firefighter Code F will commence at 1pm followed by a prayer service. Interment will take place privately at White Haven Memorial Park in Pittsford, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Conesus Fire Dept., PO Box 216, Conesus, NY 14435. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
So sorry to hear of Roger’s passing. We visited him a couple of times during his recent health issues. He called us in March and I told him we were sorry we haven’t stopped down for a visit but that was because Bruce is fighting cancer. May he rest in peace with no more pain. We will miss him on E Swamp Rd. God bless him and all his family.
Bruce and Judy Martin
So sorry to hear of Roger’s passing he was a kind man and easy to talk to. Visited him a couple of times while he was home . Talked to him sometime in March to let him know we haven’t stopped down cause Bruce is fighting cancer. He will be missed on E Swamp Rd. may he rest in peace with no more pain. God Bless him.
Roger’s love, friendship, and memories hold a special place in my heart. I am grateful that God brought the presence of a man like Roger into my life. My family and I are very saddened at this loss and our prayers go out to his family. I can just imagine Nana up at those heavenly bowling lanes telling Roger. “It’s your turn get up there and bowl”
You will greatly be missed Mr. Damon. It was a pleasure getting to know you and help you when you needed. Thank you for all your kind words and advice
I am so sad to read this. Roger was such a nice person. I know he had several health issues over the years. He came to my sister’s calling hours a few years ago even though while talking to him, I knew he wasn’t feeling well. He talked about his kids often; he was so proud of you all. I’m so sorry that your dad is gone. It’s hard to let go of a loved one, but you know he isn’t suffering any more and he is once again holding hands with your mom. God Bless you all.
RIP ROGER.