Feb 10, 1936 – Sept 29, 2022
Robert E. Wertz, 86, of West Loop, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday. He was born in Loop Station, son of the late Virgil and Helen (Snowberger) Wertz. He married Leoda Ray, who preceded him in death in 2019 after 59 years of marriage.
Surviving are two sons: Darcy and wife Joanne in VA, and Denton and wife Beverly of West Loop; three grandchildren: Danielle, David, and Jamie; and a special sister-in-law, Sharon Ray. He was preceded in death by two brothers: Donald and Ken Sr.
Bob was a 1953 graduate of Hollidaysburg High School and served in the US Army.
He served as an Adult Sunday School Teacher, Deacon, Youth Leader, Song Leader, and Sunday School Superintendent.
Bob enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family.
Friends will be received from 10am-12 noon on Friday, Oct 7, 2022 at Sorge Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., Hollidaysburg, where a funeral service with military honors will immediately follow at 12 noon.
Interment at Alto Reste Park.
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