Joliet, Illinois
Oct 31, 1953 – Jan 14, 2026 (Age 72)
Sherman D. HamerlaSherman D. Hamerla, 72, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Born on October 31, 1953Survived by his wife of 50 years, Terri (nee Welch) Hamerla; daughter, Tina (Tony) Westefer and son, Tony (Krystal) Hamerla; 11...
Read MoreI m so very sorry for the family's loss. I remember Sherman from when I was a little girl. We lived next door to them. I remember him loving baseball and oh the huge catfish he would bring home from fishing the Kankakee river. He was always nice . May he Rest in peace .
Kathy Loveall Ramirez
January 22, 2026 | Friend
I got to play with Sherm at Joliet Central for three years. He was an amazing pitcher and teammate. Condolences to the entire Hamerla family. May he RIP!
John Randich
January 22, 2026 | School
