William C. Herrmann
mayo 20, 1930 -
diciembre 31, 2014
Veterano de EE.UU.
William C. Herrmann, age 84 of Kenosha passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at his home.
Born in Kenosha on May 20, 1930, he was the son of the late Clemence M. and Rosalia (Meissner) Herrmann.
Bill attended local schools and received a full scholarship from Jockey International (Cooper’s) to attend North Carolina State University, from which he received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Textile Engineering.
He proudly served our country during the Korean Conflict in the US Army as a 1st Lieutenant in the Quarter Master Corps. Service to his country was considered one of his greatest lifetime honors.
On July 24, 1954, at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of Pompeii Catholic Church, Bill was united in marriage to Ruth E. Pellegrino .This past summer, they joyfully celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.
He was a career-long, loyal employee of Jockey International for 40 years, retiring as Senior Vice-President of Advertising and Sales Promotion in 1989.
Bill was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and Holy Name Society, as well as the Italian-American Society.
He will be lovingly remembered by his “bride”, Ruth; his five children, Gregg (Carolyn ) Herrmann, Ginny (Bill) Brydges, Sue (Robin) Debe, Katie (Ken) Hagen, and Ruthann (David) Alfredson; his grandchildren, Joseph (Jennifer) Brydges, Natalle (Matthew) Dreifke, Alex Hagen, Oliver Debe, Jordan (Garrett Gilbertson) Hagen, as well as Emily, Kate, and Sophie Herrmann and Hannah, Abbey, and Max Alfredson. He is further survived by his two sisters, Rosemary Ridolfi and Ann (George) Mich and two sisters-in-law, Mary Jane Lippert and Joyce (Richard) Nicolazzi. He will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.
Along with his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his brothers; Eugene and Harold (Betty) Herrmann and brothers-in-law, Harold Lippert and August Ridolfi.
His final wish for you is to “Keep it simple”.
Información del servicio
Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 5, 2015 beginning with a prayer service at 9:15 a.m. at the Piasecki-Althaus Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 2224 45th Street. Interment with full military honors will take place on Wednesday, January 7th at 9:00 a.m. in Southern Wisconsin Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery, Union Grove.
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Donna Ruffalo JuzwikDear Ruth, Ginny, Sue & Families, So very sorry to learn of the loss of your husband and father. Bill was one of the nicest men I ever knew. A true gentleman. I have many fond memories of the many get-togethers over the years. I remember the picnics, parties and all the fun times shared with my Mother & Father in Law, You are in my thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring you comfort and peace. Donna
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Sue MattnerDear Ruthann, so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved dad. Still remember him so clearly at Jockey as Vice President, Advertising - such an enthusiastic "champion" for Jockey, and so personable. Hoping you and your dear family know all the well wishes going out to you in your time of loss. Warmly, Sue Mattner
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Deb BruniSue, So sorry to read of your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Deb
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kris Olsen ThrailkillTo Ginny and the entire Herrmann Family, While there really are no words, I am so sorry for your profound loss of your dear Dad,Father and Husband. May God's warm embrace hold you all close at this most difficult of times. May memories and laughter from your times together warm your hearts and may your Dad's Legacy of Love and family live on in the hearts of all those he touched over his lifetime. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs and tears too.
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Eileen RichardsDear Ginny and Entire Herrmann Family, My deepest sympathy on the loss of William.Prayers and blessings to all of you.
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Fran & Dick HansenGod bless You Bill and may you rest in peace. Enjoyed the years working with you at Jockey and seeing you at church.
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Howard and Mary CooleyDear Ruth, It has been a privilege to be Bill's friend and business associate. There are fond memories of all the personal time he and I spent together and of those Herrmann wedding celebrations. Bill's contribution to Jockey's success should be legendary as he authored and created some of the most successful advertising seen in America's apparel industry. Not only did Bill produce the Jim Palmer campaign re-introducing the Jockey brand of men's underwear and assemble the Real People models who launched Jockey for Her but his creativity and management touched advertising, public relations, package design, and promotional strategy year after year. Few managers have enjoyed the loyalty and respect that his "team" had for him and he generously gave them the credit for every success. Mary and I regret that we are unable to attend the memorial and the celebration of Bill's life but we will remember him for his friendship, his humor, and his always positive view of life. Howard
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Peggy (Wind) HaskinDearest Ginny: Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Peggy
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Melody PatrieDear Sue and your family, Please accept my heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your father. May fond memories of happier times fill your hearts and minds and provide comfort during this difficult time. Take care and know that you remain in my thoughts and prayers.
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Peggy (Ziesemer) GombarDearest Ginny and the entire Herrmann family My deepest sympathy in the passing of your dad, Bill. I remember so many many times that your family welcomed me into your fold. And those rides to Bradford!!!! Poor dad, listening to our girl chatter! He was a wonderful family man. My wish is that you can find peace, yet take the time to get there. Hugs and kisses will do you all wonders. I am sure your dad would say the same. Peg
