At Parkwood Hospital, London, on Saturday, November 8, 2014 of Exeter and formerly of London in his 94th year. Beloved husband of Elsie (Tuckey) (Gaiser) Hermann, and the late Eva (Ouellette) Hermann (1978). Dear father of Ken and Mary Hermann of Rockwood, Byron and Cathy Hermann of Calabogie, Jeff and Marg Hermann, Mary and John Case, Karl Hermann and Chris Dobson, and step-father of Christine and Stewart Buchanan all of London, Jane and Laurence Brown of Parkhill, Mark and Karen Tuckey of Exeter, Van and Laurie Tuckey of Trenton, and Matt and Marcia Tuckey of Grand Bend. Dear grandfather of Michael and Kara, David and Suzanne, Brian and Tamara; Christopher and Robyn; Paul and Tanya, Krista and Mike, Jennifer and Steve; Matthew, Andrew, Patrick; Shawna and Corum , Julia and Brendan; Jason, Jared; Claire; Luke and Melissa, Mitchell and Sarah; Lauren, Benson; and great-grandfather of Gabriel, Jack, Noah, Eliott, Kayla, Grace, Brooke, Maive, Maisie, Alexander and Leo; Allen, Christopher, Kian, Emerson and Clark. Predeceased by his daughter Suzanne (1975) and 8 sisters.
Ken was a Chartered Life Underwriter with London Life for over 30 years and member of the industry’s Million Dollar Round Table Club. In Ken’s retirement, some of his favourite pastimes were golfing, gardening, fishing at his cottage, playing cards with friends, woodworking, shopping, reading, and spending time with his family.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, one west of Main, Exeter, on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Precious Blood Church, 200 Sanders Street West, Exeter on Wednesday, November 12th at 1 PM with Father John P. Comiskey presiding. Interment St. Peter’s Cemetery, London.
Donations to the Suzanne Hermann Fund (Cheques payable to “Western University”) or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
HERMANN: Kenneth of Exeter formerly of London
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Marge (Welsh) White
So sorry to hear of your husband’s death.
While I did not know him, I have heard wonderful things of him
and think of you in your loss.
God bless you and your family at this difficult time.
Marge(Welsh) White
Dan & Lia Maijac Cottages
Elsie and family- we are sorry to hear about Ken’s passing but we all know he’s in a good place. His stories of the lake were always enjoyed by all and his boys weekend a pleasure see. I’m sure he’ll be standing at the end of the dock in spirit watching the sunsets. Our prayers are with you all and he will be deeply missed.
Elena Grech
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. Thank you for sharing Ken’s memories and passions with all of us. He will truly be missed.
Take care,
Elena (a nurse at Parkwood)
Lorraine Chalmers
I would like to send my condolences to your family. It was such a pleasure taking care of Ken at Parkwood. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
From Lorraine ( one of Kens nurses at Parkwood)
Marylynn Kelly
All I can say is Mr. Hermann was blessed to have such a close, caring, thoughful, understanding, loving family. It was so nice to see each of you by his side to love a man that obviously was so generous and thoughtful in his time.
I loved viewing all the pictures and would have definetley asked some questions about a few of them.
It was a pleasure meeting all of you.
God Bless you all and the very best to each and everyone of you. You are blessed with great memories of a tremendous man.
Please ensure to stop by anytime.
Marylynn Kelly
Candice Ross
Ken, Mary, Elsie, and family … I think Ken Sr’s twinkle in his eye and love of life will remain always within the hearts of those he loved dearly. Now at peace and joined with those who were chosen before him, he leaves the earthly bits for all of you to enjoy as much as possible. I wasn’t able to join you at the visitation or service due to taking care of my Mom and Dad, but my thoughts and prayers were with you. May strength and warm memories guide you through the days ahead. With gentle hug, Candice Ross
John and Linda Wuerth
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on Kens passing. We have many wonderful memories of chatting with Ken on his way to the mailbox.What a kind thoughtful man.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
new Karen Howard
I am sorry for your loss. Prayers & condolences. Cassie Pheonix (new Karen Howard
Laura Davidson
Jeff and family
So sorry to hear of your loss. Take comfort in knowing you have so many special memories to cherish forever of your Dad.
Dave Frayne
Elsie and family, sorry to learn of Ken’s passing. We always had good talks about skiing out west and of flying. He enjoyed his golf and his family.
May his memories bring you comfort in the future.
Bernadette Werrell (Parent)
Elsie and families,
It was with great sadness that I learned of Uncle Ken’s passing. My most sincere condolences to all. I have very fond memories of times spent visiting with my mom (the last time we made it back to ON was in 1996). My Mom shared many stories of Grandma Petrie and her siblings and had a soft spot for her baby brother. Cherish your memories and keep them close to your heart.
Michael, Faith, Grace & Nathan
Paul, Krista and Jennifer,
At times like these we can only look to memories of your grandfather, and from everything that I’ve read he was a great man.
Regardless of beliefs; I have always believed that the greatest gift left behind from someone who passes is the everlasting memories that encourage us to look at ourselves each day. Make the most of every day and be that someone who leaves great memories for others to remember us by.
Please accept our deepest sympathies in the loss of your grandfather and know that we are thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Heartfelt regards,
Michael, Faith, Grace and Nathan
Bonnie Vinet
Elsie and Family; it is with great sadness to hear of Ken’s passing. It was a pleasure to have met Ken, and to accommodate him to the ADC weekly. He’s a fellow that sure leaves an impact on you with his kind, and loving nature. He did tell me. Do not feel sad on my passing I’ve had a great life were his final words to me. Well Ken I do feel sad, and you will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, throughout this difficult time.
God Bless
Bonnie Vinet
Driver for One Care
Lynne (Nash) Fraser
I am sorry for your loss. Mom adored her baby brother and spoke of him so often throughout her life. Viewing the photos you shared here brought back so many memories. God be with you all.
Tammie and Steve Jorna
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Micheal Parent
Ken was a great guy. I’ll always remember he made time when we visited, and he was always especially fond of me and sister Bernadette. So calm and so kind. God bless him.
Emerson and Betty Anne Gill
Elsie and Family
So sorry to hear of the passing of Ken. Our thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow.
diane howard
I’m so sorry to hear about uncle ken. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandra Norris & Jim McLafferty
Jane, Lawrence, and family.
So sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. Our thoughts are with you,
Jim and Sandra
Amelia Uhrig
Dear Herman Family. My sincere sympathy on the death of your
father. I go back into your lives when your mother was living. We
were the best of friends and you children were just growing up..
I am still living in Kitchener but my son in London keeps me posted.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Marion McCarter
Elsie and families
So sorry to learn of Ken’s passing. He was a wonderful man that
a;ways enjoyed life. May his memories surround you and give you
all peace. Deepest sympathy.
Marion
Brad & Cathy Gregus
Great neighbor, great friend, great citizen!
We’ll miss the friendly chats on each others front lawns. Ken was always gregarious, insightful, and with wisdom to spare. He was a good mentor to me on things related to business. 25 yrs ago Ken moved here and adopted Exeter as his own. He got involved in several efforts around town, and we can say he made our little town better!……Tomorrow when you glance at the poppy on your jacket, think of the young brash sailor Ken, 70 yrs ago on a naval ship at sea, in wartime, defending this great country, and not knowing if that day would be his last.
Jerry and Alice MacLean
Dear Elsie and Family,
Such a long life God awarded Ken ! He was a fine gentleman,and a good neighbour.
Jerry and Ken had such a nice visit in Parkwood just such a short time ago,and he explained how well he was feeling,so we were quite surprised to hear of his passing. May his memory keep a smile on your face and a flicker in your heart in the days to come.
You have our sincere sympathy,
Alice and Jerry.
Pauline Pym
Elsie and Family,
Sorry to hear the passing of Ken. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dr. Fil Cappa
Dear Elsie, Ken & Mary, Byron & Cathy, Jeff & Marg, Mary & John, Karl & Chris:
Our sincere condolences. So sorry to learn of your father’s passing. We have lost the best neighbour one could ever ask for. Twenty plus years living next door to your family was a real delight.
We were fortunate to have a visit with him in Parkwood Hospital just a few weeks ago. He shall be missed.
Kindest regards,
Fil and Dianne.
Michael Higgins
Dear Elsie and Family,
On behalf of all our family { Bob, Debbie and Michael) we send our condolences to all of your family. You are in our thoughts.
Michael Higgins & Family
Grace Kinberger
So very sorry to hear of Uncle Ken’s passing. Although it will be painful for all who loved him and will miss him, there will be a joyous reunion in Heaven. Can you imagine… All those loved ones that passed before him waiting for him to arrive…
I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless each of you and give you the strength and faith to go through the trying times ahead. Sending Hugs
Maurice & Ruth Ann Haist
Elsie and family, our sincere condolences to you and your family in the loss of a husband,father and stepfather. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Murray & Cindy Wilson
Our deepest condolences in the passing of Ken. Thoughts & prayers are with all of your family at this time. Hugs to all.
Michelle and Perry
Hello Tuckey and Hermann families. Perry and I wish to extend our condolences on your loss…he was a lovely man. Ready with comments on our choir and they were always so appreciated. He will be missed! Thinking of you all and praying for you
Jo-Anne Hodgins
We are so saddened to hear of Ken’s passing. Ken was such a gentleman through the years of knowing him.
Ken and I most often met at the Exeter library and compared books we had read. He seemed to have a knack with each person he met to find a ‘common place’ and make it an important part of the conversation at each chance meeting. For years I hadn’t seen Ken but it was such a delight to reconnect with him at Parkwood. Our first chat was about books! Situations may have changed but Ken’s absolutely genuine concern for others didn’t! We will miss Ken as we visit Dad at Parkwood. Our heartfelt sympathies go out to his family. I know Dad would have us extend the same condolences .
Ward and JoAnne Hodgins
Brenda & Andy Millar
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Ken, Mary, your family and the kids. Remember he is at peace now and not in pain any more. He will always be with you.
Ena de Haan
Dear Elsie,
So sorry to read of your loss. Wishing you strength and hope!
May God bless you !
Ben and Barb Dietrich
Elsie and Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Ken. He was a wonderful man who always took the time to stop to chat. He loved his golf and would always ask about our boys and their golf game. One of our fondest memories of Ken was the night of Jared’s wedding when Ken danced so much – he danced until the soles came right off of his shoes! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time!
Al and Heather Beattie
Elsie and family–it is with a heavy heart that we learned of Ken’s passing. We will miss his sense of humour and his welcome advice all delivered over the fence. He was a special person and will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.