Herbert L. Wertz

Herbert L. Wertz
April 24, 1934 - June 13, 2024 

Herbert L. Wertz, 90, Trail Creek, Indiana, passed away Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:06 am in Franciscan Health - Michigan City.

Private family services will be conducted. The Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel, Michigan City, IN is handling arrangements   

He was born April 24, 1934 in Attica, IN to the late William Harry and Mildred (Redman) Wertz. On June 2, 1956 in Gary, IN  married Barbara Hensley who survives in Trail Creek, IN.

 Also surviving are a daughter, Kimberly Wertz of Studio City, CA; son, Michael Wertz of Trail Creek, IN; grandchildren, Kelli (Erik) Ciesinski and Elizabeth (Tim Lewis) Linder; great-grandchildren, Declan and Maeve Ciesinski; his sister, Linda Glorioso of Trail Creek, IN; nephew, Tony Glorioso; great-niece, Ashley (Jarret); and great-nephew, Vincent.

He was also preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Samuel Glorioso; and nephew, Peter Glorioso.

Herbert was an entrepreneur that owned several businesses including being the co-owner of Uptown Cakery, Michigan City, IN. He was a U.S. Army Veteran who enjoyed automobiles, luncheons with former classmates and his dogs.

Contributions may be made to Michiana Humane Society, 722 Indiana Highway 212, Michigan City, IN 46360. 

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