Birth date: Jun 27, 1939 Death date: Jan 21, 2026
Dale E. "Gramps" Hermann, 86, of New Haven, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Born in Fort Wayne, he was the son of the late Alvin and Esther (Bohnke) Hermann. He was a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church, New Haven, and e Read Obituary
Our deepest sympathy to the family as you are going through this difficult time. We are praying that God will comfort you in the future, knowing that Dale is at peace now.
Christian Mission Circle of Emanuel Lutheran Church.
I graduated from New Haven High School class of 1957, same as Dale. Dale and I were on the same basketball team, as was his younger brother Al. (Fritz). Dale was an easy going, no-nonsense, laid back type guy. Everybody loved Dale. At the Hermann's family farm, they had a basketball hoop inside their barn where a group of us guys would gather to practice shooting skills. I talked with Dale at our last class reunion. He mentioned that Joan wasn't doing too good, that she had bad days and good days. I believe all of us attendees could relate to that. Rest in peace ole' friend. I am sad to know you are gone. Bill & Sandy Boehm (Beam)
I worked with Dale at BFGoodrich -- although it seems strange to call him Dale. He was always "Number One" to me, in so many different ways. I started in 2000 as a new college-graduate engineer so I didn't work with him for long, but his impact has been career-long (26 years and counting). His smile and sense of humor could light up any room, and although we didn't keep in touch after he retired, he's part of the reason I'm still with this company. He was kind, welcoming, and always gave me hope for the future because he was such a good person. I am certain that he's at home in Heaven with Joan -- and Heaven is a much better place with them -- although we've lost a great man on earth. Deepest condolences for your loss; sending prayers and kind thoughts now and always.
Lordy, did love this gentle man. He looked the same as when I met him 60 some years ago. I can still hear that snickery giggle when a prank went well or he loved the story you told. May his family know we who shared time with him treasured the joy he brought to life .
Georgeanna Parent Spriggs
I'm at the age, at 52 where childhood memories aren't as sticky as they used to be. But I have vivid memories of how amazingly fun, kind, and warm Dale and Joan were as a pair of my middle school Sunday School teachers! Their kids were a little older than our class and they still chose to show us random kids so much love! They even took us to share and enjoy their lake cottage over summer. Absolutely hands down wonderful people. Everyone hopes to make a mark, and Dale (and Joan) left a mark on a random Sunday school kid about being kind. Even though I hadn't seen him since probably 1988, thank you to all the Herman kids for sharing your dad with us back then! What a blessing he was to us then, and what a mark he left on the world. Wishing God's peace for your families now.
Derreck Schwehn
" A toast to you! A toast to me! May we never disagree, but if we do ...the heck with you. Toast to me!"
