Walter Herman Obituary

Herman, Walter

Walter Herman, 87, of S. 16th Street, passed away Wednesday evening, February 6, 2013 at the Sheboygan Senior Community.

Born August 18, 1925 in Sheboygan, Walter was a son of the late Christ and Dora Rusch Herman. He attended Trinity Lutheran School and graduated from Central High School. He went on to serve his country in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1943 to 1946, serving in both the European and Pacific Theaters. On May 8, 1948, he was united in marriage to Mary Louise Knefelkamp in Sheboygan.

Walter was a police officer for the City of Sheboygan for many years. He then became the director of security at Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center, retiring in 1987. He previously worked at Zarlings Warehouse Sales. He was a member of St. Luke's United Methodist Church and was on the Special Needs Committee,worked in the food pantry and volunteered at Sheboygan Memorial Hospital for many years. He was also a member of the Destroyers Escort Sailors Association. Walter also volunteered at the Sheboygan County Food Pantry.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Mary Lou; his sister, Lydia Mueller; nieces, Pat Forkner, Kohler, Diane (Jim) Darkow, Sheboygan and Gail Darrah, Hoffman Estates, IL; great nieces and nephews, Lt. Col. Anthony (Stephanie) Forkner, Christopher Forkner, Garrett (Stacey) Forkner, Jeffrey (Sara) Bahrs, Justin Bahrs, Jennifer (Matt) Olson, Nancy (Ken) Woodward, John (Karen) Chavlovich, David Chavlovich and Mark Chavlovich; numerous great great nieces and nephews, other relatives and special friends, Gene and Sarah Moe, Sheboygan. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Christ (Kathleen) Herman, a sister, Marie (Stephen) Chavlovich and a brother-in-law, Fred Mueller.

Funeral services for Walter will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 11, 2013 at the Lippert-Olson Funeral Home, 1132 Superior Avenue. The Revs. Ric and Kathy Olson will officiate. Family and friends are welcome at the funeral home on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will take place in Sheboygan Falls Cemetery.

A memorial fund has been established in his name.

The Lippert-Olson Funeral Home has been entrusted with Walter's arrangements.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice and the Sheboygan Senior Community for all of their loving care and support.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Sheboygan Press on Feb. 8, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Walter Herman

10 Entries

Jill Wysocki

February 11, 2013

When I think of a generous man, Wally comes to mind. He was a very caring and friendly neighbor. Always had a smile on his face. He was someone who was always willing to help anyone who needed it. Wally was a wonderful role model and will be missed.

David Moe

February 11, 2013

Wally has been an inspiration to my entire family. I hope to help carry on Wally's truly unique willingness to help others in any situation. You will be truly missed sir, til we meet again.

Gene Moe

February 11, 2013

I don't remember the first time I met Wally but do remember he had the best firm handshake. We made many trips to Milwaukee to get food for the food pantry. Occasionally with our son David. At times David and Wally went by themselves and David always enjoyed that time. Over the past weekend he also reminded me of how ripples expand from people be telling me how he stopped to help a woman with her walker navigate the snow for a few blocks. David pointed out how he felt Wally's influence on his heart. Wally touched many lives in a positive way and is missed and remembered.

Justin Bahrs

February 10, 2013

To my Great Uncle Walter Herman, who gave his whole life to everyone around him. Either in WWII, as a police officer, security officer or volunteering at a food pantry. You will be profoundly missed in my families life as well as countless others whose hearts have been touched by your kindness and laughter. Miss you already.

Jeff Bahrs

February 10, 2013

To my Godfather and Great Uncle Walter Herman, the world is a lesser place without you. When they termed Greatest Generation they were talking about you. Thank you for your service to our Country in the time of its greatest need. Thank you for giving me what no one else could when I needed it the most. Thank you for teaching me things no one else did. You Uncle Wally made me a better man and I will never forget it. I Love You you will never be forgotten.

Brenda Blaser

February 9, 2013

Wally was a very special man, open, loving, kind, Christ-like, the list could go on and on. He will be greatly missed, but he leaves a legacy of hope, love, kindness, forgiveness, and joy. We should all aspire to live life this well. In the end, it's really all that matters.

Sarah Moe

February 9, 2013

Wally was a very special person. From his help with the food pantries, to his support of contemporary worship, his love of his family and his nieces and nephews, and his love for his friends, the world could see what the love of Christ looked like through Wally's eyes. My family will miss him so very much. Our community and our world was better becuase Wally lived here.

Blaine Werner

February 8, 2013

I knew Wally from working at Memorial Hospital as a EMT for Orange Cross Ambulance. I worked many of day and night shift with Wally and he always treated the staff and patients with respect and he always had a good sense of humor.

February 8, 2013

I knew Wally for several years as a young man working at Zarlings. He was good to us kids...treated us as adults. To used Wally's own expression "he was a good egg." Fair Winds and Following Seas to another of the "Greatest Generation."

February 8, 2013

Wally was the night shift Lt. of Dets. before he was promoted to Capt. of the second shift of the Sheb. Police Dept.. Thats where I first became friends with him. He was very well liked by the officers and citizens. Unfortunately I will be out of town on Monday and unable to attend his funeral, otherwise, nothing would keep me away. He was a man I will always respect and admire. My sympathy to his family. He was a great man!
Charles Meves
Retired Chief of Police
New Holstein Police Dept.

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