HERMAN WILLIAMS Herman "Herm" Williams, of Las Vegas, 90, passed away Jan. 21, 2014, at Nathan Adelson Hospice, surrounded by loving family. Born March 24, 1923, in Los Angeles, he graduated from North Hollywood High School, working briefly with Lockheed before joining the U.S. Navy, installing early radar on World War II aircraft. Following the war, he graduated from UC Santa Barbara and USC, becoming a dedicated and lifelong educator, teacher, mentor and pioneer administrator in vocational education in the Los Angeles County School District for 34 years. Herm's life was one of servant leadership, to his profession, church, community and country. Following retirement in 1984, this World War II veteran proudly served as a venue technology manager for the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles. Also a dedicated Lion leader of 40 years, he served with the West Covina, Hawaii Kai and as Charter President of the Las Vegas Los Prados Lions Clubs upon moving to Las Vegas in 1989 with his loving wife, of 37 years, Audrey. He was also a spiritual leader, having served his church in many leadership positions at Good Shepherd Lutheran in Inglewood, Calif., Redeemer Lutheran in Honolulu, Lamb of God Lutheran, Las Vegas as a founding member, and at Faith Community Lutheran, Las Vegas. Herm dearly loved serving others as a Stephens Minister and trainer, soloist and choir member. An avid sports fan, he especially loved his Dodgers, USC Trojans and adopted UNLV Rebels; enjoyed hosting gatherings, cruising and traveling with family, friends and the Lions. Herm was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Mary Rose (nee Fink) Williams; and sister, Grace Killen. He leaves behind his loving wife, Audrey; son, Bernie (Donna) Williams of Las Vegas, Barbara (Gary) Gehrkens of Tulare, Calif., and Kate (Ron) LeBlanc of Lake Oswego, Ore.; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren, with one on the way; and many loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and nephews around the country, including Kathy Wessman of Las Vegas, as well as many other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, at Faith Community Lutheran Church (FCLC), 2700 S. Town Center Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89135. Reception will follow on the Faith campus. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the FCLC Music program, Lions District 46 Student Speaker Foundation or Concordia University, Irvine, Calif. Williams Endowment Fund.

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Published by Las Vegas Review-Journal on Jan. 26, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for HERMAN WILLIAMS

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February 5, 2014

Herm and Audrey have been dear friends for over 30 years. We treasure our memories of our shared time at our Lake Arowhead home. Herm was such a great example of a giving, sharing person who was friends to all. Our deep sympathy to our long time friend and PEO sister, Audrey.

Much love, Linda and Ken Lansing

Esther and Bob Henry

January 31, 2014

Herm and Dan always talked up a storm whenever they met
at Lions functions. I will always remember Herm with a smile
and so will Bob. He was a very caring individual.

Barbara Dudman

January 27, 2014

Deepest sympathy to you, Audrey, in the passing of your dear husband. You're in my prayers.

Joseph & Cindy Moody

January 27, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Peggy Micco Koning

January 27, 2014

Although we will miss Herm here, I will rejoice in thinking of him happy and healthy singing with the angels. God be with Audrey and family in this time of loss...you are all in my prayers.

January 27, 2014

Lion Herm was a great individual and will be sorely missed by all. Our heartfelt love goes to Audrey and the rest of the family.

Larry & Sue Bai

January 27, 2014

So very sorry to hear of Herms passing. He was
truly a great Lion and person. I will really miss Him. Audry, my deepest condolences. wish I could be there.

Jim Heath, PDG

David ane Arleen Redding

January 27, 2014

So sorry to hear about Herm. Wish we got to know him a little bit more. He seemed to connect with people. Your neighbors for 14 years. We will miss him.

The Dudman Family

January 27, 2014

What a sweet man! We are so honored to have known him and are so sorry for your loss, Audrey.

January 26, 2014

Miss you Herm, so happy to have know you what a mentor you was when I starting with the Lions. Buddy we talked about this day didn't we in the past..all smiles..tears of joy knowing you.

Connie Engh

January 26, 2014

Herm is Rejoicing in Heaven! Let us who have been left behind shed our tears with feeling His warmth. Prayers for Comfort & Joy for Audrey & the Williams family & friends. The Engh Family

Ed and Susan Lydon

January 26, 2014

Our prayers are with you and your family, Audrey. Herm was a wonderful friend who wool be missed. Ed and Susan

David Bozarth

January 26, 2014

Herm ran the good race. I appreciated his Christian fellowship and was enriched by his life story, which itself was a testament to his devotion to his God and the mission assigned to him, a true disciple of Christ. I look forward to celebrating with him in the feast to come. Selah and Amen!

Sharon Voelpel

January 26, 2014

So so sorry to hear if Herm's passing but know he is visiting with Frank . I send my love and prayers to you Audrey. Sharon Voelpel

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