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Richard Haertel Obituary

Richard Haertel CHARLESTON - Richard F. (Rick) Haertel, 66, of Charleston, SC died in his home on March 24, 2013. He was born in Buffalo, NY, the son of Grace B. Haertel and the late Frederick J. Haertel. He is survived by his wife of 45 years Barbara (Coyle), his three sons Dave (Robyn) of Charleston, Andy (Amanda) of Clarence Center, NY, Jeff (Peggy) of Charleston. He is also survived by his grandchildren Alexis, Marianna and Samantha Haertel; Jonathan, Meredith and Mallory Doar; and great-granddaughter, Libby. He was a former owner of Buffalo South Restaurant on James Island. A memorial service will be held at Christ Our King Catholic Church Mt. Pleasant, SC, June 28, 2013, at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or Amedisys Hospice of South Carolina. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Apr. 13 to Apr. 14, 2013.

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Lisc Daley

April 18, 2013

Rick was one of the best people I have ever met. A truly loving husband, father and friend.

April 18, 2013

I would imagine you still will be making people smile no matter where you are.

April 16, 2013

We will miss his wonderful grin and sence of humor. Please accept our sympathy for your loss. Please help your mother through this horrible time of loss.

Les and Cheryl

April 15, 2013

We were so shocked to he about Rick. I don't know if you remember us from S.Seine, this is Shirley and Jim Higgins. WE now live Orchard.Park, NY Your old bowling partners! Once again we send our condolences.

Celie Dailey

April 14, 2013

Much love, hugs and condolences to you all. Rick was such a very nice person and will be missed by many. It's sad that he's left us so young.

cookie Poloncarz

April 14, 2013

Dear Barb & Family: Kay & I want to send our Deepest Condolences. May god be with you all.

Greg and Donna WIlson

April 14, 2013

Jeff Peggy and Family,
Our deepest sympathy in the passing of your Dad. May fond memories give you strength at this time. Sincerely,
Greg Donna and Family

Fred and Becky Webb

April 14, 2013

Please accept our deepest sympathy. We both know how hard it is to lose a father, and he will always be in your heart.

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