Albert C. Herdt

Albert C. Herdt, 94 of Merrill, passed away Thursday, October 19, 2023, at Pine Crest Nursing Home, Merrill.

Albert was born June 22, 1929, in Merrill, son of the late John and Marie (Reichert) Herdt. He married Dawn Bellin on September 4, 1954, in the Town of Pine River, Lincoln County. She preceded him in death on February 4, 2009. Albert enlisted in the United States Army on January 17, 1952, during the Korean War. He was stationed in Korea and was honorably discharged on October 16, 1953, as a Corporal in Artillery and had served as a Gunner.

Albert worked as a residential carpenter for Schield & Schmidt Construction and Taschler Construction. During this time, he also had a cattle farm. Albert liked woodworking and made several grandfather clocks. He also enjoyed constructing beautiful masonry fireplaces. He loved helping everyone and could always be relied on. Albert enjoyed hunting rabbits, partridges, and deer. For many years, the hunting gang’s meeting spot was Albert and Dawn’s house. He also enjoyed fishing, camping, and gardening. Albert had a wonderful sense of humor and was always ready with a witty comeback.

Survivors include his daughters, Sheri (Herbert) Naef and Lori (Gary) Thom, both of Merrill; son, Shane Herdt Sr. of Merrill; grandchildren, Nathan (Andrea) Naef, Clinton Naef, Jonathon Thom (Jennifer Mohr), Joshua (Tina) Thom, Corey Herdt, Kimberley (Luke) Maluegge, and Shane (Tara) Herdt, Jr.; step grandchildren, Shannon (Stephanie) Jaeger and Bill (Sarah) Jaeger; great-grandchildren, Alexander, Zachary, Brayden, Benjamin, Ashton, Cameron, Skylar, Madilyn, Holden, Mackenzie, and Archer; step great-grandchildren, Emma and Evan; brothers, Ervin Herdt of Merrill and Paul (Diane) Herdt of Washington; and many nieces and nephews. Albert was preceded in death by his wife, Dawn Herdt; parents, John and Marie Herdt; daughter-in-law, Phyllis Herdt; sisters, Pauline, Molly, Marie, Esther, and Lydia; brothers, Raymond, Herman, Benjamin, Alex, Edward, and infant John Jr.; and his very close dear friends, Fuzzy Dittmar and Earl Dittmar.

The funeral service for Albert will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at the Taylor-Stine Funeral Home, Merrill. Rev. Michael Southcombe will officiate. The burial will take place in Springbrook Cemetery, Town of Pine River. The visitation will begin at 9:00 A.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Albert’s family would like to thank the staff at Pine Crest Nursing Home, Merrill, for the loving care they gave him during the twelve years that Albert resided there.