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Patrick Hertzner Obituary
Born: March 17, 1943 in Rockford, IL
Died: November 12, 2021 in DeKalb, IL
Patrick Hertzner, 78 of DeKalb, IL, passed away peacefully after a long struggle against COVID related ailments November 12, 2021.
Pat was born March 17, 1943 in Rockford, Illinois, the son of Clinton and Evelyn (Friedlund) Johnson.
Pat was adopted by Clinton and Evelyn and this put his life on a new path. Pat graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1963, where he met the love of his life, Carol. Pat was the picture of hard work and enjoyed middle of the night phone calls to fix broken water mains or to plow snow. He loved NASCAR and all things related to his soulmate, Carol. He spent most of his adult life working for the City of DeKalb and loved the peace of mowing at the airport or on the river levees. If you were friends with Pat, you knew this because he would do anything for you. As an honorary Irishman, you know what to do to honor him.
Pat is survived by his wife, Carol (Wales) Hertzner, DeKalb, his children, Donna Hertzner (Alex Dockery), William Hertzner, and Brad Hertzner, four grandchildren, Alexander, NaTasha (Brett), Loren, KaLee and two great-grandchildren, Niellie and Av'a.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Clarence (Bud) and sister Henri (Sis) and one great-grandson, Lo'Mauri.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jessica Myroth-Erlandson
February 14, 2023
Not a coincidence that the KING of hearts shows up in our memories today. Love you Pat, and sweet Carol and your whole family.
J Kurt Rissman
November 22, 2021
I was sorry to read of Pat's passing. I remember him as a person who worked hard at his job wanting to do it right. I never heard Pat raise his voice at anyone. He was always will to help you out. The lingering image of Pat that I will always have is his mowing with his little John Deere all summer.
Karen Wales
November 16, 2021
Very sad to hear of your dad´s passing and send love to all of you & your mom. Some of the best times we´re at Grandma & Grandpa´s farm & when you would come up to Belvidere spur of the moment on a Saturday night and the adults would play cards. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill Feithen
November 16, 2021
Carol and Family my condolences with the passing of Pat. I have fond memories of Pat working at the City of DeKalb. May fond memories of your time together help you through these difficult times.
Susan Golden Feinberg
November 15, 2021
Carol and Family, My thoughts and prayers go out to you regarding Patrick. I knew you through your working with my father.
Bonnie and Gene Ruder
November 15, 2021
Dear Carol,Dona,Bill and Brad. We know Pat put up a good fight. We send our sympathy and prayers. May God comfort you at this sad time. It´s never easy to say goodby
Jessica Myroth-Erlandson
November 13, 2021
They broke the mold when this man was born. Much love. He was one of the best.
Theresa McGowen
November 13, 2021
Prayers for you all. He was such a great guy.
April Walker
November 13, 2021
Donna and Alex your in my thoughts and prayers
Gail J Loes
November 13, 2021
Carol and Family: You have our deepest sympathy. It's been a long time since I've seen you. I look back fondly on our working days at the Farm Bureau building. I remember how much fun you and Patrick had together. Our prayers are with you. Tom and Gail Loes
Bill Nicklas
November 12, 2021
Carol, Brad and All,
I am very sorry for your loss. Pat was a loyal friend and he will be missed by his fellow city workers. We share your grief.
Bill Nicklas
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