Roger A. Svehla

ROGER ALAN SVEHLA, age 89, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 15, 2025.
Beloved son of the late Ann and John Svehla. Loving brother of Jacquelyn Engle (John, deceased). Cherished uncle of Julie Taylor (James) of Cherry Hills Village, CO, and Kelly Wright of Dayton, OH. Treasured great-uncle of Perry Taylor, Harper Wright, and Edison Wright.

Roger was a proud graduate of Case Western Reserve University, where he captained the track team and was a member of the chess team. He went on to spend his distinguished career as a NASA scientist where he specialized in jet propulsion.

A true lifelong learner and explorer, Roger loved traveling the world, attending Olympic Games in many countries, and embracing new experiences. He was also an avid outdoorsman, nature enthusiast, pianist and bowler.

Roger will be remembered for his brilliance, curiosity, philanthropy and adventurous spirit.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Roger’s name to the World Wildlife Fund, the Ocean Conservancy, or the Wilderness Society.

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