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Richard Milton Hertzberg, a much-loved husband, father, and proud grandfather, left this world on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at the age of 90, surrounded by his loving family to be with Jesus. He was born on June 11, 1934, in Omro, Wisconsin and resided the past 37 years in Winneconne.  

Richard graduated from Oshkosh High school in 1952, where he played football. His greatest accomplishment was marrying his high school sweetheart for 72 years. Richard played semi pro football for the Oshkosh Giants and enjoyed playing and watching all sports especially the Packers, Brewers, and Badgers. He loved to fish wherever he was and spent the winters in Florida for the past 33 years. Many family trips and great memories were made throughout his lifetime. His quick wit, and sharp mind will be always remembered. Richard retired in 1989 from Kimberly-Clark and was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Winneconne, WI.

Richard is survived by: his wife Lorraine (Ruedinger); his children, Deborah (John) Girtman, Gregory (Debora) Hertzberg, James (Linda) Hertzberg; eight grandchildren, Adam (Megan) Girtman, Tyler (Ashley) Girtman, Aimee (Brian) Birkholz, Aaron (Amy) Hertzberg, Matthew (Jennifer) Hertzberg, Mark Hertzberg, Jessica (Richard) Belt, Emily (Alex) Feistel; twelve great-grandchildren; sister, Loretta Strehlow; and many other family and friends.

Richard was preceded in death by parents Adrenna “Jane” and Milton Hertzberg; special aunt and uncle, June and Bud Swisher; daughter-in-law, Sandra Hertzberg; brother-in-law, Rolland Strehlow.

A visitation will be held at Mueller Funeral Home, 904 East Main Street, Winneconne, WI on Sunday, April 6, 2025, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. service at 3:00 p.m. A celebration of life will follow the service. 

In lieu of flowers, please support the Larsen-Winchester Lions Club.

If you wish, please submit online condolences/memories to muellerfh.net.