Aloha, Oregon
Hermens, Richard 'Dick' 86 Jan. 22, 1925 June 03, 2011 Dick passed away peacefully at home sur-rounded by his family. Born in Sublimity to Adrian Hermens and Thelma Myers Hermens, he attended schools in Salem and Stayton. He graduated from Stayton High School in 1942 and went on for a year at...
Read MoreDick found me my first job with Beaverton School District in 1976. I had the honor to work with him for years. Dick was an outstanding administrator and a rare human being -- warm, kind, bright, and nurturing. My thoughts are with you and your family, Mary.
Jeri Masciocchi
June 28, 2011 | Portland, OR
Mr. Hermans was a wonderful teacher, who cared about his students.When I could not make it to the only trig class available. he let me come late and get my assignments to do after school. I did tests the same way. I have admired his dedication to his students and appreciated his concern.
My condolences to you.
Marjorie Hockensmith Hoagland, (1956)
June 21, 2011
I just learned about, and am so sorry to hear about "Mr, Hermens" passing. I say "Mr. Hermens" because I knew him during my four years at Pendleton Senior High School (1956 -59) and he was always "Mr. Hermens". He was one of the finnest teachers I knew and will always appreciate the knowledge he gave me and the enthusiasm with which he gave it. David Douglas Coghenower, PSHS Calss of 1959
David (Douglas) Coughenower
June 11, 2011 | Anchorage, AK
Mr. Hermans was probably my favorite teacher in high school. Coincidentally, he died the same day as my brother Tom. I remember well the day that Tom threw a water balloon off the roof of old Pendleton High School and watched as it hit Mr. Hermans on the head, bounced off, and landed harmlessly on the sidewalk, where it blew apart. Perhaps in Heaven there will be some accounting.
Jim Chapman
June 08, 2011 | Bellingham, WA
I am thankful that Mr. Hermens was one of my favorite teachers at Pendleton High School from 1955-58, and my mentor at Sunset High School in 1963.
Majken Bauer Hynd
June 08, 2011 | Wickenburg, AZ
I am very sorry to read of Richards death. Our prayers are with your family.
Agnes Oblander
June 08, 2011
Mary & Melissa:
I am sorry to hear about Dick's passing. You both are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you both. love, Katie
Katie Twombly
June 08, 2011 | BEAVERTON, OR
I will miss you. Rest in peace. Susan Morgan,Reno,NV
Susan Morgan
June 07, 2011 | Reno, NV
I was sorry to read about "Mr. Hermens" passing this morning. Over the years, his name would always come up in a very positive way as my classmates would discuss "favorite" teachers. Happy trails, "Mr. Hermens". Best wishes to the family. Wesley Grilley, PHS Class of 1951
Wesley Grilley
June 07, 2011 | Pendleton, OR
