Ronald Lee Hertzler

Ronald Lee Hertzler, 83, of Brighton Township, passed away peacefully at his home on March 15, 2026. Born on October 29, 1942, in Rochester, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Wilfred Henry Hertzler and Dolores Linda Retchel Hertzler.

Ron is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Diana Wallace Hertzler. He is also survived by his children, Jeff Hertzler and former daughter-in-law Robin Hertzler, parents of Cooper; Scott Hertzler and his wife Jeanie, and their sons Reed, Coleman (wife Megan and daughter Oaklee), and Wilson (wife Sierra); and Linda Hertzler Sheets and her husband Dane, and their sons Dalin, Mason, and Caden. He is also survived by his foster daughter, Erica Fields, and his brother Carl Hertzler and his wife Donna.

For many years Ron served his community with quiet dedication. He worked as a bowling technician at SOI in New Brighton before enjoying a long career with Westinghouse Cutler-Hammer until his retirement. A passionate supporter of youth sports, he volunteered for more than 40 years as a boys Little League coach, a girls softball coach, and a traveling softball coach for “The Outlaws,” mentoring countless young athletes along the way.

Ron was a lifelong and enthusiastic fan of Pittsburgh’s professional sports teams. He found great joy in fishing, camping, traveling, bowling, history, and cars. He held a special place in his heart for the many dogs he loved throughout his life, most recently his beloved Penny. His grandchildren will always remember the amusement park trips and the delight he took in trying to win prizes from claw machines, moments that created lasting memories for his grandsons. Ron will be remembered for his unwavering dedication to his family, his love of sports, and the many lives he touched through coaching, friendship, and kindness.