Richard J. “Rick” Hertz, 85, of Butler, passed away peacefully with his family, special companion, and his beloved dog, Molly by his side on Friday, April 28, 2023 at his home.
He was born August 5, 1937 in Butler, the son of the late Frank and Josephine “Rothen” Hertz.
Rick was a member of the St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, the Meridian Vets Club, and the American Legion Post 117. He was a graduate of Butler High School and obtained his electrical engineering degree from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh. In addition, he received a diploma from Bell & Howell Electronic School.
He retired from Westinghouse as a Senior Electrical Engineer.
He served his country as a 1st Lieutenant in the US Army while stationed in Germany. He enjoyed reading books, woodworking, crossword puzzles, building R/C Airplanes, and spending time in his Vineyard and with his granddaughters.
Surviving are his three sons, Michael Hertz of Butler, Anthony (Kellie) Hertz of Butler, and Stephen (Sherry) Hertz of Lewisberry, two granddaughters, Brianna and Abbey Hertz, his special companion, Karen Myers of Butler, and a brother, Ken Hertz of Maryland.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Ann (Alberti) Hertz, son, Christopher Hertz, and a brother, Robert Hertz.
Friends and family will be received at Young Funeral Home, Ltd., 127 W. Jefferson St., Butler, on Friday, May 5, 2023 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM.
Mass will be held at the St. Peter’s Parish, 127 Franklin St., Butler, PA on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 10 AM followed by a burial in the St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery, Butler.