PADUCAH, KY - Roger Roetteis, 85 of Paducah passed away Sunday, February 5, 2012 at Western Baptist Hospital.

Mr. Roetteis was retired from the TVA Shawnee Steam Plant, and was an elder at First Presbyterian Church.

Surviving are his wife, Martha Roetteis; and his son, Joe Roetteis of Paducah.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William B. Roetteis and Fern Roetteis Wery, as well as one brother.

Graveside services will be today at 11:00 am at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, with Dr. Lynn Shurley officiating.

Roth Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to Paducah Cooperative Ministries, 402 Legion Drive, Paducah KY 42003.

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