Duane L. Hertz
CHARLO — Duane L. Hertz, aka “Crow Bar,” passed away peacefully in his easy chair at home on Oct. 2, 2021.
He was born on Jan. 29, 1943, to August and Albertina Hertz at the family home in Charlo. Duane was a farmer and worked at Plum Creek for many years, earning his nickname of “Crow Bar” due to his prosthetic arm with a hook at the end.
Duane was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Eugene, Richard and Erwin; his sister, Loretta; and his granddaughter, Danielle Hertz.
Duane is survived by his wife of 55 years, Dorothy; his daughters, Diane (Brian) Nitschke and Dawn (Dan) Pignotti; and his son, Dean (Connie) Hertz; three grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter as well as siblings, Clem, Douglas, and Linda.
No services are being held at this time.
Memories and condolences may be sent to the family at: www.shriderthompson.com. Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home and Crematory.
