William Joseph

Rogers

Mr. William Joseph Rogers, of Warrenton, MO., passed away on Monday, December 7, 2020. He was born on November 5, 1965 in Jefferson City, MO., to the late Lester Harry and Stella Juanita (nee: Bowman) Rogers. William had reached the age of 55 years 1 month and 2 days.

William worked in Law Enforcement for 33 years. He began his career in Hermann, MO., as a Police Officer. He then transferred to Montgomery County and served as a Jailer, Sheriff and Detective. After leaving Montgomery County he came to Warren County, where he served as a Juvenile Officer. William was united in marriage to Joyce Deptula on August 15, 1997 in Warrenton. They spent 23 wonderful years together. He was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witness on January 10, 2004.  William was an avid reader and also a devoted Seattle sports fan. He was a devoted husband and father and he adored his grandchildren, who he enjoyed spending time with.

William Rogers was preceded in death by his parents; Lester and Stella, his father in law Robert Gerhart. Those grateful for having shared in Williams life are his loving wife; Joyce, his children; Les Hornbeck Jr., and wife Elena, Linda Smith and husband Dan, four grandchildren; Alexis Hornbeck, Madeline Hornbeck, Mason Smith and Gavin Fineran, three siblings; Jerry Rogers and wife Brenda, Faith Schulte, Sue Juergens and husband Carl, his mother in law; Janet Gerhart, aunt; Dorothy Olsen, sister in law; Theresa Dapp and husband Tom, brother in laws; Larry Deptula Jr., Michael Deptula and wife Julie, Joe Deptula and wife Dawn; other relatives and many friends.

A Celebration of William's life will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Martin Funeral Home in Warrenton, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Funeral services will also be on Saturday December 12, 2020 beginning at 12:00 PM. A committal service will follow at the Warrenton City Cemetery.

Online condolences may be made at www.martinfuneral.net