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Duane T. Hartwig October 24, 1933 - July 16, 2018

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Duane T. Hartwig, 84,

of New Bremen, died at 9:54 A.M. on Monday, July 16, 2018 at the Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys, Ohio. He was born on October 24, 1933 in New Bremen, the son of the late Raymond W. and Mildred E. (Trittschuh) Hartwig. On April 4, 1953 he married his high school sweetheart, Alice R. Gilberg, and she survives in New Bremen. Also surviving are his children Dean and Kate Hartwig of New Bremen, Steve and Diana Hartwig of New Bremen, Jane and Pete Gariety of Jackson Center, Barb and Mike Holdren of New Bremen, and a daughter-in-law Yvonne Hartwig of New Bremen, thirteen grandchildren, thirty great-grandchildren, and a brother Richard Hartwig of New Bremen. Along with his parents, Duane was preceded in death by his son Douglas Hartwig, and a granddaughter Grace Fullenkamp.

Duane was a 1951 graduate of New Bremen High School. After high school, he enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served for four years during the Korean War as an SK3 Petty Officer. He was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen, a 65 year member of the New Bremen American Legion Post 241, and the former Woodman of the World of New Bremen. For many years, Duane was an accountant at the former STAMCO in New Bremen, and later was a comptroller for Bell & Howell in Sidney. From 1977-1990 Duane and his son Dean owned and operated the former Hotel Bar in New Bremen. In his spare time, Duane was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed trap shooting, big game hunting, and mushroom hunting. He also enjoyed bowling, vegetable gardening, family picnics, family genealogy, and Cincinnati Reds baseball. As an Eagle Scout himself, Duane served as a troop leader for the New Bremen Boy Scouts and the Explorers. Family time was important to Duane, and he especially loved to spend time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, July 21, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen with Rev. Becky Erb Strang, and Pastor Dee Schroer officiating. Inurnment will take place at a later date in the German Protestant Cemetery of New Bremen. Calling hours will be held on Friday, July 20, 2018 from 3:00 until 6:00 P.M. at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen, and on Saturday on hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions in memory of Duane can be made The New Bremen Foundation, or to Grand Lake Hospice Music Therapy Program. Condolences to the Hartwig family can be left online at www.gilberghartwigfh.com.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, July 21, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen with Rev. Becky Erb Strang, and Pastor Dee Schroer officiating. Inurnment will take place at a later date in the German Protestant Cemetery of New Bremen. Calling hours will be held on Friday, July 20, 2018 from 3:00 until 6:00 P.M. at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen, and on Saturday on hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions in memory of Duane can be made The New Bremen Foundation, or to Grand Lake Hospice Music Therapy Program. Condolences to the Hartwig family can be left online at www.gilberghartwigfh.com.

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    Ada Fraley says
    July 16, 2018 at 5:02 pm

    So sorry for your loss! Luv to you and your family.

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    Diane Boyd says
    July 16, 2018 at 5:24 pm

    Steve, my heart goes out to you and your family. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember the good times. He sounds like an awesome human being, and I’m sure Good had a very special place for him in heaven.

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    Pam Ulery says
    July 16, 2018 at 5:34 pm

    Thinking of you of Steve and your family. So sorry to hear about your Dad. Prayers

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    Ken and Jen Cahall says
    July 16, 2018 at 5:45 pm

    Steve and family, Jen and I have you all in our prayers. May fond memories of your father bring you comfort during this difficult time. Ken and Jen Cahall

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    Richard Traunero says
    July 16, 2018 at 5:56 pm

    Sorry to read this. Condolences to Steve and all his family.

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    Jayne Knost says
    July 16, 2018 at 6:11 pm

    Steve and all the family, so sorry for your loss. I can still see him in the garden.

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    Roger and Cheryl Barlage says
    July 16, 2018 at 6:21 pm

    Our sympathy to Alice and all the Hartwig family. Our prayers as you go through this difficult time.

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    Ted Heitbrink says
    July 16, 2018 at 6:59 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. He was always a great man to talk to when he stopped by the shop! You all have my deepest sympathies.

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    Albert Talan says
    July 16, 2018 at 8:03 pm

    Uncle Duane will be greatly missed. I didn’t know he was an Eagle Scout ! He loved going to Michigan hunting those morel mushrooms.

    He was a good and kind man. I have lots of memories.

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    Jeanne DeMoss says
    July 16, 2018 at 8:19 pm

    Alice and family, our deepest sympathy to all. We will keep you in our prayers at this difficult time.

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    David Cron says
    July 16, 2018 at 9:07 pm

    Steve, So sorry to hear about the passing of your father, my sympathy to you and your family

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    Tom Hickerson says
    July 17, 2018 at 7:48 am

    Sorry for your lost .

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    Frank Rosenacker says
    July 17, 2018 at 8:28 am

    Steve, my sincere sympathy and best regards to you and your entire family.

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    Kathy Gruebmeyer says
    July 17, 2018 at 8:50 am

    Our sympathy to you, Alice and all your family. Duane was always a pleasure to talk to…a great family man.

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    Roger & Bert Gariety says
    July 17, 2018 at 8:54 am

    Jane and family, our deepest sympathy.

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    Jeff Hardwick says
    July 17, 2018 at 9:25 am

    Steve & Family so sorry for your loss. Thoughts & Prayers.

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    Bob Van Horn says
    July 17, 2018 at 9:29 am

    Steve and Family,
    We are very sorry to hear of your father’s death. We know how difficult it is when a parent leaves us. We have you in our thoughts and prayers.
    Respectfully,
    Margaret and Bob Van Horn

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    Chuck Wisby says
    July 17, 2018 at 10:12 am

    Steve, Sorry to learn of your Dad’s passing. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

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    Vicki Davis says
    July 17, 2018 at 10:54 am

    Steve & Diana ~ So sorry for your loss. My sincere thoughts and prayers for peace and healing to all.

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    Tom Fleming says
    July 17, 2018 at 12:48 pm

    Steve, our thoughts & condolences to you & your family during this time. The best to all of you. Tom

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    Keila Leiss says
    July 17, 2018 at 6:02 pm

    Alice. Steve &and family Our pain and tears here are transformed
    into smiles and peace on Heavens bright shores. May he rest in God’s peace.
    Deb, Vickie, Cindy and Keila Leiss.

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    Doug McGill says
    July 17, 2018 at 10:11 pm

    My deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers.

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    Lori Homan says
    July 18, 2018 at 12:53 pm

    Alice, Steve, and family, So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
    Lori Homan- Grand Lake Home Health/ Hospice

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    Robert and Sue Yeater says
    July 18, 2018 at 5:04 pm

    Our deepest sympathy and prayers… Alice, Dean and all the Hartwig family. We are thinking of you.

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    dick and linda anderson says
    July 19, 2018 at 12:42 am

    Steve and sibs,
    So sorry for your loss. we remember the fishing stories your dad shared with us when our Becky was his neighbor. Our sincerest sympathy.

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    Joan Ouwerkerk Johnson says
    July 19, 2018 at 11:40 am

    My condolences to the Hartwig family. So special to remember a wonderful life and man. Blessings to all of you in your time of loss. He will always be a light in your lives.

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    Chickasaw Garage Inc says
    July 19, 2018 at 4:48 pm

    All of us here at Chickasaw Garage want to extend our sincere sympathy for the loss of Duane. We enjoyed his smile and laughter and great stories when he would stop by. He will be greatly missed.

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    Rene says
    July 19, 2018 at 6:43 pm

    Steve, Diana and families, My deepest sympathy. May your fond memories be a source of happiness and love as you continue this journey. Look for the beautiy and love sent from heaven in nature that surrounds you, sunrises, sunsets, butterflies, cardinals, etc. It is their joy from heaven.😇

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    Theresa Quellhorst says
    July 20, 2018 at 12:02 am

    Duane hired me for my first job at the Hotel where I worked every summer for five years. I have so many wonderful memories of my time there and of him and his family. He was a kind, thoughtful boss and great family man. My deepest sympathy to Alice, Dean, Steve, Jane and Barb and your families.

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    Joan Billman says
    July 20, 2018 at 6:49 pm

    I am sorry to hear of your father’s passing, Steve. Bob and I both will keep you and your family in our prayers.

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    Dr. Don and Marilyn Schwieterman says
    July 21, 2018 at 11:08 am

    Steve and family—so sorry you lost your Dad—Don has wonderful memories of the time they were in Boy Scouts together in the 1940,s

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    Allen mescher says
    July 21, 2018 at 12:23 pm

    JANE, Steve, Dean so sorry for your loss; you all are in my thoughts and prayers.

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    Lois and Tim McKibans says
    July 25, 2018 at 9:55 pm

    Alice, Steve, Dean and family,
    Our sympathy and prayers for all of you.

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    Mark & Terri Doenges says
    July 26, 2018 at 11:04 am

    To The Hartwig Family,

    So sorry for your loss. Death is never easy, no matter what their age is. Prayers are with you all!

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    Jay Cremeens says
    July 26, 2018 at 9:57 pm

    Steve, I just returned from vacation and learned of your Dad’s passing. You and your family are in our prayers

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    Amy Vornholt Price says
    July 30, 2018 at 9:42 pm

    Steve, I was so sorry to hear about your father’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire Hartwig family.

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