Charles Hertz
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<p>Charles L. “Chuck” Hertz, USN CDR (RET. ), 64, of Apollo Beach, FL., passed peacefully at his home with family at his side March 14, 2010. <br />He was born in Manchester, England, son of the late Alvin G. and Mary Hertz, but spent his youth in New Orleans, LA, and Mobile, AL. Chuck graduated from Levittown High School in New Jersey in 1963, and soon after joined the US Air Force (1963-1971). As an Airborne Weather Observer, he flew Typhoon Hunter Missions and combat in Viet Nam. Chuck graduated from Florida Institute of Technology in 1973. He joined the US Navy, and entered Naval Flight Officer Training in1974. He trained as an A6E Bombardier/ Navigator at Whidbey Island, WA. Chuck was assigned to a NATO staff in Naples, Italy from 1984-1989 and to the American Embassy in New Delhi, India, as the assistant Naval Attache where he represented the US Navy to the host nation from 1991-1994. After retiring from the US Navy, he was employed by the Department Defense Intelligence Agency for fifteen years. Chuck received numerous medals and awards including the Air Medal, Viet Nam Service Medal with three bronze stars, Navy Unit Commendation medal, the Director’s Intelligence Medal and National Defense Service Medal. Chuck proudly served his country. Chuck had a passion for travel. He enjoyed fishing, especially bill fishing, and golfing. <br />Chuck leaves behind his wife, Doris, of thirty-four years and daughter, Jeanette. Chuck is also survived by cousins, Janice Hertz (Brian Trede) of Camano Island, W A; Donald Hertz of New Orleans, LA; Dustin Hertz (Kristy) of Lafayette, LA; sister-in-law, Laura Slover of Sarasota, FL; and brother-in-law, Lee D. Anderson, “Pete” (Bonnie) of Cumming, GA. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Chuck will remain in our hearts always and forever. <br />A celebration of his life will be held April 16, at St. Margaret of Scotland Episcopal Church, Sarasota, FL. The Rev. Everett P. Walk will officiate. Graveside services will follow at the Sarasota Veterans National Cemetery, Sarasota, FL. <br />His family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to the Disabled American Veterans Organization, or Life Path Hospice of Sun City Center, Florida.</p>
<p>Charles L. “Chuck” Hertz, USN CDR (RET. ), 64, of Apollo Beach, FL., passed peacefully at his home with family at his side March 14, 2010. <br />He was born in Manchester, England, son of the late Alvin G. and Mary Hertz, but spent his youth in New Orleans, LA, and Mobile, AL. Chuck graduated from Levittown High School in New Jersey in 1963, and soon after joined the US Air Force (1963-1971). As an Airborne Weather Observer, he flew Typhoon Hunter Missions and combat in Viet Nam. Chuck graduated from Florida Institute of Technology in 1973. He joined the US Navy, and entered Naval Flight Officer Training in1974. He trained as an A6E Bombardier/ Navigator at Whidbey Island, WA. Chuck was assigned to a NATO staff in Naples, Italy from 1984-1989 and to the American Embassy in New Delhi, India, as the assistant Naval Attache where he represented the US Navy to the host nation from 1991-1994. After retiring from the US Navy, he was employed by the Department Defense Intelligence Agency for fifteen years. Chuck received numerous medals and awards including the Air Medal, Viet Nam Service Medal with three bronze stars, Navy Unit Commendation medal, the Director’s Intelligence Medal and National Defense Service Medal. Chuck proudly served his country. Chuck had a passion for travel. He enjoyed fishing, especially bill fishing, and golfing. <br />Chuck leaves behind his wife, Doris, of thirty-four years and daughter, Jeanette. Chuck is also survived by cousins, Janice Hertz (Brian Trede) of Camano Island, W A; Donald Hertz of New Orleans, LA; Dustin Hertz (Kristy) of Lafayette, LA; sister-in-law, Laura Slover of Sarasota, FL; and brother-in-law, Lee D. Anderson, “Pete” (Bonnie) of Cumming, GA. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Chuck will remain in our hearts always and forever. <br />A celebration of his life will be held April 16, at St. Margaret of Scotland Episcopal Church, Sarasota, FL. The Rev. Everett P. Walk will officiate. Graveside services will follow at the Sarasota Veterans National Cemetery, Sarasota, FL. <br />His family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to the Disabled American Veterans Organization, or Life Path Hospice of Sun City Center, Florida.</p>