Keith E. Magowan, born on May 2, 1973, in Harvard, Ill., passed away on June 15, 2024, at the age of 51 in Colorado Springs, Colo. Keith dedicated his professional life to civil engineering, following in the footsteps of his ancestors as a third-generation engineer. He proudly worked for the Colorado Department of Transportation, where he not only contributed significantly to various projects but also formed lasting friendships.
Keith’s love for nature was evident in his choice of residence near the Great Sand Dunes Park in Mosca, Colo., and in his daily evening walks with his beloved dog, Ellie. His commitment to the environment was not just professional but deeply personal.
Educated at U W Platteville WI, Keith earned a degree in Environmental Engineering, and then attended New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, N.M., where he graduated with a degree in Geological Engineering, building on a foundation laid during his years at Walworth Grade School and Big Foot High School. His educational and career choices reflected a deep-rooted family legacy of engineering that began with his great grandfather, an engineering professor in Iowa City, Iowa, and continued with his grandfather in the state of Illinois.
Keith leaves behind his loving parents, Kenneth and Marilyn Magowan, his brother Charles, and a large extended family of uncles, aunts, and cousins, all of whom will miss him deeply. He also leaves behind treasured colleagues at the DOT in Alamosa whom he deeply respected and enjoyed working with.
Keith’s life was a testament to his passion for engineering, his love for family and friends, and his commitment to the environment. His legacy will live on in the many lives he touched and the projects he brought to fruition, ensuring a safer and cleaner world for future generations.
