Ronald Otto Hartz, Sr

Ronald Hartz, 89, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family.

Ron had a lengthy career as an electrician through I.B.E.W. Once he retired, he worked for Laramie County School District #1 as an electrician. After his second retirement, he spent his time traveling with his wife until her passing.

His various hobbies included traveling, camping, fishing, gold panning and riding motorcycles. He was a proud member of I.B.E.W., Masonic Temple, Shrine Korean Clowns, Red Dale Jackalope camping club, FMCA camping club, Eagles, Elks, American Legion, Moose Lodge, Good Sam Club, Gold Wing Riders Association and the Gold Prospects Association of America.

Ron was preceded in death by his wife, Beth Hartz. His parents Otto Hartz (Laura) and Sarah Reinheimer-Cook. Siblings Delbert (Sherry), Virginia, Patty and Diane (Diane). His step-siblings Ginger and Loren.

He is survived by his children Ron Hartz, Jr. (Terry) of Cheyenne and Sherye Seckman (Eric) of Florida. Grandchildren Mike Seckman (Josie), Melissa Lolling (Brandon), Ben Hartz (Amanda), Matt Seckman (Alli) and Ashley Hartz. Great-grandchildren Jaxon, Kaylee, Kaiden, Keegan, Jaelyn, Rowan, Ryder, Lilith and Rylie. Step-sister Nita and half sisters Norma, Barbara and Jeanette.

A graveside service is planned for Wednesday, November 11 at 2:00 PM at Cheyenne Memorial Gardens. All are welcome to attend and help family celebrate Ron’s life. No reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, family asks donations be made in Ron’s name to the Shriner Hospital.