Gilbertville, Iowa
Feb 24, 1941 – Jan 1, 2026 (Age 84)
John Eugene RottinghausFebruary 24, 1941 - January 1, 2026John Eugene Rottinghaus, 84, of Waterloo, died Thursday, January 1st, at his home.He was born February 24th, 1941, in Waterloo, the son of Firmin and Alma (Gales) Rottinghaus. He married Dessie (Farris) McBride on December 18, 1971, at...
Read MoreMy brother, Ronald Schleusner, and I have been friends of the Rottinghaus twins and family since 1957. Kids growing up as neighbors and friends. Frank and Ruth Schleusner - Fermin and Elma Rottinghaus are long gone and now the twins as well. It's going to be lonely looking across the field knowing no one is there.
Jacqueline Schleusner Jorgenson
January 14, 2026 | Friend
John was a great mentor in the shop! John and Dessie where like parents for a time in a confusing time in my life, they will be missed.
Sam Nissen
January 10, 2026 | Friend
John was a long time friend and client who would go out of his way to help. His diesel knowledge was legendary. The Mercedes-Benz was his life. Sad, but the friendship of Dessie, John and the family will go down in my memories. Gone but never forgotten. Tom Akin
Ethan Thomas Akin
January 07, 2026 | Friend
