William C. "Bill" Roettger, 71, formerly of Celina, died Oct. 10, 2012, at his home in Galax, Va.

He was born Oct. 21, 1940, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to Dow and Ruth Staeger Roettger.

Surviving are his daughter, Ruth (Frank) Miklos, Coats, N.C.; a brother, Dow (Pat) Roettger, Jr., Frankfort, Ind.; two sisters, Jo Ann Shaffer, Celina, and Sue (Bill) Lauderman, Delaware; and two grandchildren.

He graduated from Celina High School and the University of Michigan, where his degree was in naval architecture. After graduation, he worked in the New York City area until retirement.

Funeral services are pending.