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J. Hartzell Obituary
J. Dwayne "Danie" Hartzell, 64, of Brownsdale Road, Renfrew, died at 8:45 a.m. Thursday at his home.
Born Nov. 9, 1943, in Butler, he was the son of the late John M. Hartzell and the late Audrey R. Hixon Hartzell.
Mr. Hartzell was a mechanic for Billco Motors in Wexford for 20 years.
He was a member of the Grace Church of Harmony.
Dwayne graduated from the Evans City High School and the Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics. He also attended Houghton, Geneva and Slippery Rock colleges.
Dwayne was a master gardener, beekeeper and farmer. He was a passionate hunter and outdoorsman with numerous "trophies."
Dwayne was a fine example of what a Christian should be. He led his life with principles and values. Dwayne was a loving husband, devoted father, indescribable pap, dependable brother and trusted friend to all.
Mr. Hartzell is survived by his wife, Patricia J. "Putz" Hartzell, whom he married April 16, 1966; three daughters and their husbands, Lorrie L. and Fred R. Kison of Renfrew, Wendy W. and Brian K. Douthett of Connoquenessing and Robin R. and Michael J. Spangler of Renfrew; and a son and his wife, Justin D. and Shannon Hartzell of Wexford.
Dwayne also is survived by 11 grandchildren, Tyler, Evan, Noah, Luke, Joshua and Caleb Kison, Shannon, Emerson and Maverick Douthett and Emma and Collin Spangler; two brothers and their wives, Daryl E. and Evelyn Hartzell of Renfrew and Larry and Jan Hartzell of Mechanicsburg; one sister, Eileen A. Quinn of Sarver; one brother-in-law, Jerry Arnold of Humboldt, Tenn.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mr. Hartzell was preceded in death by one sister, Janice K. Arnold; and one brother-in-law, James Quinn.
HARTZELL - Friends of J. Dwayne "Danie" Hartzell, who died Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008, will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Thompson-Miller Funeral Home, 124 E. North St. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Grace Church of Harmony with Pastor Pete Everett of Grace Church officiating. Interment will follow in North Union Church Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Butler Chapter, 3208-B Wilmington Road, New Castle, PA 16105 or to Grace Church of Harmony, P.O. Box 275, Harmony, PA 16037.
Information and a private guest book are available at www.thompson-miller.com.
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Sandra Mock Myers
September 22, 2008
I always looked forward to seeing you and Dwayne at family events throughout the years. The laughter and happiness that you and Dwayne shared with me always brightened my day. I cherish those memories and share your sadness on this occasion.
Reid and Barb Double
September 20, 2008
Putz... I am sitting here in complete shock that Dwayne is gone.. we just talked to you guys at the farm show and he looked perfectly fine. I sure wish I was there right now to give you a hug.. please know that we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.. I know you had such a "fun" life and your memories will keep you and help you and the kids to deal with this. So many hugs and love from Fl.
Barb, RN Shadyside Hospital
September 20, 2008
I hope you find comfort in your memories. Such a devoted family is a tribute to the man himself. It was pleasure to meet Dwayne and all the people who truly cared for him.
Alayne, and John Creese and family
September 19, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joe and Carol Knighton
September 19, 2008
Putz and family; There is much to remember about Dwayne and the way he shared his life with friends. Dwayne gave gifts of himself to us. They have become a part of us and cannot be taken away. We give thanks for his life and for the ways he shared it with us. Joe and Carol
September 19, 2008
Justin and Family, our deepest sympathies to you. There are no words to ease your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Doug, "Moe", & Sean
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