Wayne Joseph Rotert, 91, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2026, at The University of Kansas Hospital. He was born on November 22, 1934, on his family's farm in Germantown, Missouri.

Wayne was preceded in death by his father, Theodore William "Ted" Rotert; his mother, Viola Mary Rotert; his sister, Karen Burns; his brother-in-law, Calvin Burns of Joplin, Missouri; his brother-in-law, Willard Bettels of Butler, Missouri; and his sister-in-law, Angela Rotert of Clinton, Missouri.

He is survived by his two beloved daughters, Barbara Lynn Hosman (John) of Lee's Summit, Missouri, and Paula Jo Rotert of Hightstown, New Jersey. He also leaves behind three grandchildren, Joe Hosman, Michelle Neer, and Nick Hosman; six great-grandchildren; his dear friends, Marcie and Linda Van Dyke of Kansas City, Missouri; his sister, Maureen Bettels of Butler, Missouri; his brothers, Alan Rotert of Clinton, Missouri, and Robert "Robbie" Rotert (Susan) of Appleton City, Missouri; his sister, Annette Swaters (Roger) of Deepwater, Missouri; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

Wayne graduated from Montrose High School in Montrose, Missouri, and later attended the University of Missouri-Kansas City.

He dedicated 40 years of service to Kenworth Truck Company, where he worked as a Traffic Manager in Kansas City, Missouri, before transferring to Chillicothe, Ohio. Following his retirement, Wayne returned to Kansas City, where he treasured time spent with his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and their families.

Wayne also maintained a residence in Appleton City, Missouri, where he enjoyed working on tractors, fishing with his brothers, and embracing the slower pace of country life while making lasting memories with family.

A devoted Catholic, Wayne's faith guided his life. He will be remembered for his dedication to family, strong work ethic, kindness, and the love he shared with those closest to him. His memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved him.     Contributions can be made to the German Town Cemetery