William Scott Rothgeb, 71, of Overland Park, KS, passed away Friday, May 6, 2022. Visitation will be 10-11:00 AM with a Memorial Service following at 11:00 AM Friday, May 13, at Porter Funeral Home, 8535 Monrovia, Lenexa, KS. Burial at Pleasant Valley Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions in Bill's name to the donor's choice.
Bill was born August 13, 1950, in Ft. Wayne, IN to Richard Franklin and Bonnie Mae (Adams) Rothgeb, (who preceded him in death). He grew up in Logansport, IN where he met his wife. Bill was a Civil Structural Engineer for Black and Veatch retiring in 2016. Bill is survived by his wife of 49 years, Cheryl Jayne (Ross) Rothgeb, two sons Greg (Trilby) Rothgeb, Brad Rothgeb, brother Robert (Susan) Rothgeb, sister Carol (Todd) Burklow, nephew Mackey Oldham, nieces Kate Antonik, Lindsey Green and extended family and friends. Bill graduated from Logansport High School in 1968 and went on to get his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Purdue University. Upon graduation and marriage, he moved to the Kansas City area. His career took him to many states and other countries, working on the design and construction of power plants and hydro-electric facilities. He was a devoted father and a great supporter of his sons' school, scout, and sport activities - establishing lifelong friendships along the way. Family trips back to Indiana, to the oceans, the mountains, and historical places made lasting memories that he treasured.