Paul J. Herrmann's Obituary
Paul J. Herrmann, 64, of Millstadt, IL., born Nov. 25, 1960, in Red Bud, IL., to the late Erwin & Ruth Edna, nee Beckerle, Herrmann, passed away on February 26, 2025, in Belleville, IL.
Paul was a loving husband, father and especially a "gentle papa" whose grandchildren were the light of his life. He was a true outdoorsman, he could be found spending time in his woods or in the fields checking on the crops. Paul will be remembered as a Farmer, at the age of 10 he began to carry on his father's legacy of tending to and taking care of the family farm. His dedication to the agriculture community was very evident not only locally but on a state level. When he wasn't farming, Paul was very proud to have drove for Liese Lumber retiring recently after 36 years of service and obtaining a fire work license so he could donate his property for the Village of Millstadt's fire work display.
Surviving are his loving wife of 20 years, Betsy Hermann of Millstadt, IL.; children by choice, Jessica Erpelo, Ben Robertson, Jeff (Sara) Robertson; daughter-in-law, Carly (Jeff) Blankenship; grandchildren, Mylie Robertson, Mason Robertson, Alei Little, Connor Erpelo, Lana Robertson, Bria Robertson, Addy Blankenship; sisters, Judy Karcher, Jean (Kevin) Colbert and Joan (Steve) Conrad; along with other relatives and friends.
Along with his parents, Erwin & Ruth Herrmann; he was preceded in death by his brother-in-law Ron Karcher and his nephew Ronnie Karcher Jr.
Visitation will be Monday, March 3, 2025, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm, at Leesman Funeral Home - Millstadt, IL., where celebration of Paul's life will begin at 6:00 pm. at the funeral home.
In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions be directed to FFA, Future Farmers of America. For more information, please access our website, www.leesmanfuneralhome.com.
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