Roy Dale Friedersdorf, 69, of Westport, passed away on August 8, 2026, at his
home, after a courageous 18 month battle with cancer. A fight he faced with the
same determination, positive spirit and good humor that defined his entire life.
Roy was born on July 23, 1957, to Robert and Mary (Bokelman) Friedersdorf. Roy
led a life of integrity, devotion to his family and community service. Those who
knew Roy will remember him for his unwavering positive attitude, his wonderful
quick wit and tireless work ethic. Roy graduated from South Decatur High School
in 1975 and went on to earn a degree in agriculture from Purdue University in
- Following generations of farmers, farming was not merely a profession, but
his calling, and he worked the land his entire life. Roy also followed his
father and grandfather in becoming a Pioneer seed sales representative for many
years and he had involvement with Decatur County Grain Growers Association. His
dedication to rural life extended well beyond his own fields into service as a
Decatur County REMC director 1994-2018 as well as serving on the Indiana
Statewide Board 1997-2018 and the National NRECA board of directors 2008-2018.
Roy was also an active member of Kiwanis. On the most blessed of days, Roy
married the love of his life, Pamela Garriott, in 2011. Together they shared 15
years of unmatched joy and happiness. Above all, they treasured time together
with grandchildren, Katelynn, Carson, Zakk, Joplin and Willow. Roy was a
lifelong member of Sardinia Baptist Church. His quiet, abiding trust in the Lord
was a foundation for his life and sustained him with strength and hope
throughout his life and especially during his illness. Roy is survived by his
devoted wife, Pam, his sons, Anthony (Caitlyn), Wyatt and Jaret Friedersdorf and
stepson, Clint Berry; brother, David Friedersdorf; sisters, Karen Friedersdorf
and Joyce Menchinger and his cherished grandchildren. Roy was preceded in death
by his beloved parents with whom he is now reunited in heaven. Funeral services
will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at Sardinia Baptist
Church. Burial will follow at Westport Cemetery. A time of visitation will be
Wednesday, August 12, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Bass & Gasper Funeral
Home in Westport. Memorials may be made through the funeral home to Sardinia
Baptist Church Youth Fund or the Decatur County Cancer Care Fund. Online
condolences may be made to the family at www.bassgasper.com .