Donald Albert Roth, 79, of Richmond, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at his home.

Donald was born on August 17, 1946, in Youngstown, OH, the son of Albert and Dorothy (Aldrich) Roth.  He was united in marriage to Mary Bender of Canton, OH, on December 28, 1966; she survives of the home.

Additional survivors include: son, Scott (Janet) Roth; two daughters, Jennifer (David) Bond and Tami (Chris) Scott; seven grandchildren: Megan, Zach, Tori, Catherine, Alaina, Aspen, and Maddie; three great-grandchildren: Lily, Walker, and Aster; two sisters, Delores Jennings and Jeri (Bill) Carson; and brother, Wayne Roth.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Jackie Berger.

Donald was raised and educated in the area of his birth and remained a lifelong fan of Ohio State.  He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.  Donald was known for his fun-loving spirit and his ability to make those around him laugh.  He enjoyed making silly faces and playing playful tricks on his wife and grandchildren, and his wonderful laugh was contagious to all who knew him.  Donald also loved traveling and cherished the time he spent making pancakes for his grandchildren.  Above all, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother who treasured his family.  Donald will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.  They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street-P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

A memorial service will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond.  Military honors will be provided by the United States Air Force.  Inurnment will be held at a later date.  Please remember to share your memories of Donald with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.