Roger F. Durko

1957 - 2025

Roger F. Durko, 67, of Washington, died Sunday, April 13, 2025, in the Washington Hospital. He was born December 23, 1957, in New Eagle, a son of the late Frank M. and Lillian J. Snyder Durko. Roger was a 1976 graduate of Bentworth High School and a 1980 graduate of Waynesburg University, where he played football for all of his years in college. He was an accounting manager for Consolidation Mathies. He retired from Emerald Mines after 24 years of service. In his free time, Roger enjoyed playing golf, racing horses, and cheering on his Pittsburgh college and professional teams. He was a member of the United Mine Workers of America. Surviving are a son, Connor M. Durko of Washington; a brother, Terry M (Kathleen) Durko of Canonsburg; two sisters, Judy (Ron) Zilkowski of Sarasota, Fla., and Tonya A. Durko of Raleigh, N.C.; two nephews, Bradley and Christopher Durko; three great-nephews, Chase, Max and Brooks; and a great-niece, Ava. Friends will be received from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 16, in the Piatt and Barnhill Funeral Home, 420 Locust Avenue, Washington, PA 15301, where a blessing service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 17. All other services will be private. Condolences may be expressed at www.piattandbarnhillfh.com In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be directed to a charity of one's choice. Piatt and Barnhill Funeral Directors, Inc., Charles R. Piatt, owner/supervisor, Andrew C. Piatt, director.