Roland C. Finch, 73, a life- long resident, Master craftsman, and respected contractor in Walton passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 9, 2012 at Bassett Healthcare in Cooperstown.

"Rollie" was born on December 3, 1939 in Walton, the son of the late Mack and Lelia (Tuttle) Finch. He married beloved wife Sharon Salton on July 15, 1961 in Walton.

Rollie was a positive force with a heart of GOLD that brought many a smile from those he worked for. He always had a song in his heart and usually on his lips! He could whistle or sing any show tune from the fifties to today. He also had numerous clever quips to go with any story.

He owned his own business for forty years. He could build anything. He built two complete homes for his family, as well as additions, kitchens and baths for many in the county wide area. He created several pieces of beautiful, and fine furniture. He loved his work and was a highly favored contractor in Walton. He touched so many with his fine wood working talents where families still gather today.

Rollie was a member of the United Presbyterian Church in Walton where he sang in the Choir. He was also a member of Lions Club, Kiwanis, Mid Statesmen's Choir, and Harmony Junction Quartet, He performed in many plays of Little Theatre Groups and his voice will be remembered from many weddings in the Walton area.

He always enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and was always there for anyone who needed a hand. Whether it was a big job or small, Rollie gave it the same careful attention to detail.

In his spare time he enjoyed Trout fishing in many of the local streams. In the spring it was time for hunting for turkey at his beloved camp on Pines brook Rd, and then deer hunting in the fall..

Rollie was extremely loving, caring and is survived by his loving family, his wife, Sharon, his children, Lori (Marty)Fisher of Walton; Debra Finch of Walton; Jonathan (Trina) Finch of Walton; his grandchildren, Jacquelyn, Joshua, Cassandra, Katrina, Shannon, MaKayla, Jack, Donavon, Cody, Eva, Gabriel, Nicholas, Chelsea, his great grandson, Alex, his brother and sister in law, Dave and Valerie Salton of Binghamton; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his brothers, Richard and Mac Finch, and his sisters, Esther Budine and Florence McDonald.

Friends and family are invited to call on Saturday evening, December, 15, 2012 from 4 to 6 PM at the Courtney Funeral Home, 25 Townsend Street, Walton. A memorial service will be held at the United Presbyterian Church, Walton on Sunday, December 16, 2012 at 1 PM with the Rev. Lisa Ruth Mays, officiating.

Memorial Contributions in Rollie's name may be made to the United Presbyterian Church, 58 East Street, Walton, New York 13856.