Ronald W. Hertz

This is a celebration of Ronald Walter Hertz of Bartonville, Illinois, born on August 5, 1942, died on August 20, 2023. Ron went to sleep with his loving wife of 56 years and awoke in Heaven with Jesus, his Lord and Savior. Ron was 81 years old.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Sr. and Ilene (Robertson) Hertz. Ron is survived by his wife, Fern (Allen) Hertz, his daughters, Teri Finley (and Evan), and Toni Hertz, his siblings, JoAnn Willet (and Paul), Tom Jr Hertz, Chuck Hertz (and Sue), 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

Ron served honorably in the United States Navy and worked at CILCO until he retired in 1996 as a power plant control-room operator. At CILCO Ron also served as a Union representative for years.

Ron's love for his wife and his family was clear for all to see, but his greatest passion was his faith in Jesus. He devoted himself to scripture study every morning, daily prayer, sharing his faith, and was a member of Faith Missionary Church, where he served in several capacities over the years. His friendly, humorous, and embracing personality made him a masterful greeter, exuding warmth and genuine love for people.

Ron and Fern were married on June 3rd, 1967, at Faith Missionary Church. They maintained a deep and passionate relationship throughout their marriage. Ron was an avid hunter and enjoyed fishing. Ron was a conservationist and enjoyed the outdoors, seeing God's creation up close.

With one daughter in Fort Collins, Colorado and the other in Alabama, now in

Decatur, Illinois. Ron and Fern traveled to both locations several times a year to be with family.

Throughout his years Ron had a contagious sense of humor, and was known to fight for what he felt was right.

The world is a lesser place without this man of God.

A funeral service will be at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 26, 2023 with visitation from 9:00 am until the start of the service at Faith Missionary Church in Bartonville. Pastor Craig Hislope will officiate. Burial will follow the service at Lutheran Cemetery in Peoria. Davison-Fulton Bartonville Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to Faith Missionary Church or to Peoria Rescue Ministries. Words of comfort can be shared with the family at www.Davison-Fulton-Bartonvillechapel.com.