Robert W. Hartinger, age 75 of Lancaster, passed away March 2, 2012 at the Pickering House. He was enlisted in the US Army and was in the Korean War. He worked in construction all throughout the Fairfield County area. He enjoyed making beautiful canes and jewelry boxes.
He was survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Harriet Hartinger of Lancaster; daughter Jerrie (Michael) Brown of Bainbridge, OH; step-sons, David (Kimberly) Johnson, Mark (Mary) Johnson; and step-daughter, Lyn (Rus) Littrell all of Lancaster; 3 grandchildren; 20 step-grandchildren; 38 step-great-grandchildren; 4 step-great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Pete (Patty) and Richard Hartinger all of Circleville; sister, Edith Stromberger of Circleville; 9 nieces; and 9 nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Ethel Hartinger; brothers, Ernest and Austin Hartinger; and sisters, Betty, Margaret, and Barbara.
Caring Cremation has taken place through the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME. A family memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials can be made in his name to the Pickering House, 282 Sells Rd. Lancaster, OH 43130. Online condolences can be made at www.funeralhome.com
Direct Cremation
Frank E. Smith Funeral Home
405 N. Columbus St Lancaster, OH 43130