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BORN
1953
DIED
2011
Wayne Hertel Obituary
Born Jan. 13, 1953, in Cleveland, he had lived in Saybrook and in Mentor, and had been a Lake County resident since 1990.
He was a member of Morning Star Friends Church in Chardon. He liked to fish, garden, hike, build things and loved the beach.
A very generous man with his time, he was a family man and a wonderful papa.
He was the owner of Hertel Remodeling of Mentor.
Survivors are his wife of 39 years, Diane L. (Shirer) Hertel; daughters, Vicky L. Senyitko of Myrtle Beach, S.C., Stacie M. (Paul) Pollack of Middlefield and Rochelle A. (Jason) Diggs of Kirtland; grandchildren, Annamarie, Julianna, Isabella ""Izzy"" and Elijah; sisters, Darlene (Don) Schilling of St. Louis, Mo. and Debbie (Randy) Olenchick of Willoughby; and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Irene (Wolenski) Hertel.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Morning Star Friends Church, 12550 Ravenna Road, Chardon Township. The Pastor Matt Chesnes will officiate at the services.
Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Morning Star Friends Church. Burial will be in Mentor Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in his name be made to the Wayne Hertel Memorial Fund.
Arrangements are entrusted to McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Homes in Willoughby and Mentor.
www.mcvfuneralhomes.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Wayne Hertel
August 18, 2011
Our condolences from Dr. Casselberry's office.
Linda and Ron Adams
July 28, 2011
Dear Diane and family,
We are so blessed to have known Wayne. He was a wonderful friend and we will greatly miss him. What a tribute to him to see all of the people who came to offer their love and support during calling hours. He went about quietly planting seed and ministering to so many during his life. I know that the seed he planted will grow and his loving family, who meant so very much to him, will continue to reap the benefits of his labor. We are praying that you will find peace and rest in the arms of our loving Heavenly Father..in the shelter of HIS arms. We love you and are here for you.
Jennifer Glick
July 27, 2011
Dear Diane and Family,
From my family to yours, may God keep you and bless you and your family during this very difficult time.
Know we love you and will keep you in our prayers.
I'll never forget the extended kindness Wayne displayed from his heart, and the fun we all had together! I cherish the memomories!
Love and Blessings to you,
Jennifer Glick & the Boys
July 27, 2011
Dear Diane I worked with Wayne at Richmond Hgts. Hospital. My friend Rosalie and I ran the Beauty Salon. He was a dear sweet man that always had a smile as he walked down the hallway past our salon from the maintenance office. My husband and I send our prayers for you and your family. May God bless you. Sincerely Ilene Calavitta
July 27, 2011
Our Great Comforter Jesus Christ Himself is ever so near. May His Spirit surround you all in these days ahead and as He catches ever tear that is shed I pray He will see you through every moment that you find unbearable! What a beautiful family I met at the wake! God has made a special family when He brought Wayne and Diane together! May He continue to be glorified through all of you!
~Blessings upon Blessings I speak your way.
....through Him my love & prayers
Joe & Diane Galfidi
July 27, 2011
Dearest Diane and Family,
We are thinking and praying for you. Wayne was a gentle, kind and loving person with a steadfast faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Devoted to his family and friends, we will miss him greatly. I know the Lord greeted Wayne with,"Well done my good and faithful servant"
Love,
Cousins Gerald and Dolores
Stacey Fuhrman
July 27, 2011
Diane,
My heart is broke. Wayne was such a special person who brought light where ever he went. I am praying that God will give you the strength you need to make it through these difficult times as I know that Wayne meant the world to you and was your rock. It was very obvious the love the two of you shared for eachother. I love you and am praying for your family.
Julie & Brian Gridley
July 27, 2011
Dear Diane:
We are away in Michigan this week but heard of this sad, sad news. I have been thinking about you and praying for you ever since. I know that you grieve WITH HOPE, but the grieving is still hard. Wayne was such a great guy. May the Lord hold you close during this tough time. He is there to walk you through the dark valley.
July 26, 2011
Dear Diane,
I was saddened to hear of Wayne's passing and I pray the Lord will comfort you in your loss. He was a good man and an example to us all.
Sincerely, Gary pierce
July 26, 2011
Diane and Family, We truly did have some wonderful times in Saybrook and know you are going through a difficult time now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jim and Joanne Gordon (Hudson OH)
Elekta Inc
July 26, 2011
Dar:
Our heartfelt sympathies to you and your loved ones. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Your Elekta friends
John, Susan, & Matthew Evans
July 26, 2011
Dear Diane & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Wayne's passing. He had become a dear friend of our family as he did quite a bit of work on our home and took the time to work with and mentor our son this summer. He would come home every day and tell us all about the things he learned.
Our thoughts & prayers are with during this difficult time.
May God bless you and your family.
Kurt Reiber
July 26, 2011
Dear Diane and Family,
Our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. We know that you have some special memories of Wayne that will give you great comfort as you mourn his passing.
Although we will be unable to be with you please know that we are with you in our thoughts and prayers.
Peace, Nita Reiber, Kurt & Karen Reiber, Kristofer, Kali and Kraig Reiber
Pam Miller
July 25, 2011
Dear Diane and Family I was so sorry to hear about Wayne. I use to work for Richard and got to know you and Wayne over the years. I thought so highly of both of you. Wayne was so kind to people and thoughtful God bless him. He will be missed greatly my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love Pam Miller
Doug&Carole Zinni
July 25, 2011
Diane and Family
We were so shocked and heart-broken to hear of Wayne's passing. We will always remember his kindness to our mother and father. He was a kind and gentle soul who will be greatly missed by those who loved him.
With deepest sympathy,
Sally Hanger
July 25, 2011
Dearest Diane and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know you're hurting so very much. I pray you feel the arms of Jesus through your family and friends. God Bless you all.
Jim & Terri Hoelting
July 25, 2011
Dear Rochelle and Family:
We are so sorry to hear about your father. What a tragic loss, much to soon. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Martin Baehr
July 24, 2011
To Diane Hertel and her family: My name is Martin Baehr and I had known Wayne through the "Utopia" bar and dance club that was located on Euclid Avenue. I knew Wayne to be a soft spoken, kind yet sociable person. He was always willing to help or assist someone that needed help or assistance. Although Wayne will be be missed very much, may your memories of him provide you comfort and peace throughout the coming years.
Martin Baehr
Pam Schafer-Jones
July 24, 2011
Stacie and Family I am so very sorry. Words can not describe the pain you are going through. Keep your faith (as I know you will) that is what will get you through the days. Find peace in his memories.
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