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John Hermsen Obituary
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JOHN PETER HERMSEN
AGE: 84 EDISON
John Peter Hermsen, 84, of Edison, formerly of Whiting, and Orlando, Fla., went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Jan.1, 2011, at the Van Dyke Hospice of Toms River, surrounded by his daughters and sons-in-law, Brenda and Charles Locha of Lanoka Harbor and Darlene and Charles Pioli of Danielsville, Pa.
He is also survived by two sons, Scott Hermsen of Lanoka Harbor, and Jon Hermsen of Mt Holly, Ark.; six grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. He leaves behind his wife of many years, Joann of the NJ Veterans Home, Menlo Park; stepchildren, Kathy, Kelly, Susan, Alan, Nancy and Cynthia, along with his dear brother, Frank and his wife Marybelle of Georgia. John is predeceased by his parents, Cornelius and Marie; sisters, Julie Tuorto, Anna Steinberg, and Louise Wanko; and brothers, William, Leonard and Ronnie.
For over 30 years, he was a dedicated police officer for the Edison Township Police Department, retiring as Lt. Detective of the Juvenile Bureau. John was a Navy veteran, who served during World War II and the Korean War. For over 55 years, John was a member of the Mt. Zion Masonic Lodge, Metuchen, the Bahia Shriners, Orlando, Fla. and the Edison VFW. When not volunteering his services, he could be found learning to fly or aboard his boat with a fishing pole in one hand and a beer in the other. He loved life and will be sadly missed.
Funeral arrangements are private. Arrangements were made under the direction of the Ocean County Cremation Service, Forked River.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Hermsen
January 14, 2011
January 14,2011
I was John's secretary for many years at the Edison Juvenile Aid Bureau. He was more than a "boss", he was a great friend and it was my great pleasure to have worked with him. My sincere sympathy to the family and especially to Joann. Love to all.
Gussie Young, Edison NJ
Darlene Pioli
January 6, 2011
Dad,
You can rest in peace now. We can hear you playing the piano in Heaven and playing all your practical jokes that you loved doing.Heaven will never be the same= LOL.
Thank you for always teaching Brenda and I to ALWAYS stand up for what's right even if it means standing alone. We have always lived our lives this way and we are better people because of it.
You will be sadly missed. Our memories are precious ones and they will be with us forever.
We thank everyone for all the condolences and the sharing of memories of our Dad.
Darlene Hermsen Pioli, Danielsville, PA
Brenda Hermsen Locha, Lanoka Harbor, NJ
Rick Hermsen
January 6, 2011
Hermsen Family,
I will always have really fond memories of the fishing trips with John and my Dad Ronald ... we always had a good time even though we didn't catch many fish!
charles salvemini
January 5, 2011
my deepest condolances for the entire hermsen family. i worked with john at the JAB, and he lived with me for a while. i will always remember him waking me by playing the acordion, dripping wet from the shower, and laughing that harty laugh he had. he enjoyed life and everyone around him were happier because of his contagious laugh and attitude. i was saddened to hear of his passing.
Bob & Kathy Bobik Sr
January 5, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kathy Pioli
January 4, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss, but I am glad he has peace now. I am sure he is on one awesome fishing trip.
Jim and Carol Whalen, retired, Edison P.D.
January 4, 2011
So sorry for your loss. We will always remember John as a great boss, good friend and great police officer. We still recall his retirement party at the "teapot inn", and will always have fond memories of him.
Wanda and Michael Chevalier
January 4, 2011
Brenda, Michael and I are so sorry for your loss. We remember your dad at your house, playing the music as we sang! Very fond memories. I hope you find comfort in those wonderful times. Wanda and Michael Chevalier
William DeNicola
January 4, 2011
Darlene,
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your Father.
Billy DeNicola
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