Peoria – William Rohwedder, of Peoria, passed away on February 24, 2020 in Proctor Hospice Care. Bill was born June 15, 1932 in Mineola, NY to Alma Thieling and John C. Rohwedder. His only brother was killed during service in WWII.
Bill received his BS, MS, and PhD in chemistry from LeHigh University. He retired after many years as a mass spectroscopist at the USDA lab in Peoria. Bill lived a life of the mind, reading extensively and even building his own first computer. He was a generous contributor of his skills to Common Place and a benefactor to many programs for the education of lower income children.
Bill is survived by a cousin, Eleanor Bornholdt of Newport News, VA. His friends, Nancy and Henry Rakoff express great appreciation to his devoted caregivers: Brandy, Connie, Miranda, Alexia, Andrea, Crystal, Tiffany, and Jody.
Bill was a member of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Peoria where private services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to the church’s Leadership Development Fund or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be sent to Bill’s friends at www.davison-fulton.com.
