Linus Anthony “Tony” Hermann
Linus Anthony “Tony” Hermann, 82, of Arnold died on June 5, 2026 at Mercy South Hospital in St. Louis. Mr. Hermann grew up on a farm in Ste. Genevieve and attended Valle Catholic Schools. He served in the U.S. Army, worked at General Motors, and then became a residential carpenter for the next 40+ years. Known to be humorous and outgoing, he would spend time with family and friends and would often work with his children on home projects. He devoted time to the church for events and projects including an outdoor chapel and a daycare. His main interests revolved around fishing, and while his most memorable fishing trips were to Canada, he was often found on one of Missouri’s many lakes. At home when he wasn’t cutting wood, mowing grass, or maintaining the house, he tended a garden that would produce a variety of vegetables. Until his last day though, the very top of his list was to make sure his deer and turkeys got their twice-daily can of corn. Born December 22, 1943, he is the son of the late Edgar and Thelma (Jokerst) Hermann.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years: Janet (Wittkopf) Hermann; six children: Cheryl (Kurt) Marty, Brian (Renee Hackmann) Hermann, Steven (Tenia) Hermann, David (Gina) Hermann, Michael (Cassie) Hermann, and Christopher Hermann; twelve grandchildren: Hunter, Alex, Chelsea, Meghan, Hannah, Bailey, Collin, Nicholas, Rose, Violet, Brooke, and Billy; two great-grandchildren: Greyson and Kolson; and eight siblings: Carol Reinhardt, Janet Schmelzle, Bernie (Michelle) Hermann, Neil (Carolyn) Hermann, Ruth (Gary) Urbantke, Mary (Norman) Reed, Geri Hermann, and Mark (Karen) Hermann.
He is preceded in death by two grandchildren: Brittney and Brandon; and two brothers-in-law: Joe Reinhardt and Joe Schmelzle.
Visitation is June 20, 2026 from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with a funeral mass to immediately follow. All services will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church Parish Center, 2300 Church Rd., in Arnold. In lieu of flowers, donations to masses or toward the construction of the new Holy Family Church are appreciated.
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts & Prayers for the family.
Well lived life but the family will cherish the love and memories. I know for sure my best friends Steve and Tenia will. God Bless the family and friends and peace be with you all.
Sorry to hear about Linus. Fun classmate for 12 years in Ste. Gen. and a roommate for some time after graduation. Sympathy to the family.
Janet and Family,
Tony was always the life of the party. I loved his sense of humor. He enjoyed family events and always had some fishing stories to share. While he could act tough, he was so sincere and caring.
It was fun to drink a beer with him and hear his latest jokes. He had a loving and protective approach to his family.
I am so glad to have spent the last 32 years getting to know him. I knew how to get him riled up. Please take comfort in knowing he is now at peace and his health struggles are over. He will watch over his loved ones from heaven. Continue to share stories about him and look at the various photos. He brought so much joy to everyone.
Love, the Smith Family
What a lovely tribute. Tony was my uncle and Godfather, and always brought a smile or laugh to anyone around him. He will be dearly missed, and my heart goes out to Janet and their children and all other family members and friends who loved Tony as I did.
I always enjoyed talking to Cheryl’s dad Tony and loved his sense of humor…particularly giving Kurt crap. I had the pleasure of working for him a couple of times and enjoyed every minute of it. Our deepest condolences for your loss and many prayers to the family.
Linus was a great father, provider and husband. He was always ready to Crack a joke or get someone to laugh. My heartfelt condolences go out to the entire family.
Thank you everyone for your kind and caring words. I am very grateful and blessed that I had my Dad for 59 years. He was a great role model when it came to doing a good job and working hard. He was tough on the outside but a big marshmallow on the inside!!! My mother, my 5 brothers and myself will miss him immensely!!!
Dave, Gina, and Family,
Our deepest sympathies with the loss of your father. Al thought the world of him. Fishing will be great in heaven!
Janet and family,
Clem and I wish to extend our condolences on the passing of Linus. I was a classmate all 12 years at Valle. He was a fun person and will surely be missed by all who knew him. God Bless.
Clem and JoAnn (Vessell) Donze
Janet and family
I was so sorry to hear of Linus passing. I will cherish my memories of going up around him
He always seemed to have a smile on his face. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family.
Sending our condolences from our whole family. Tony was such a likable, friendly person to be around! He was a great contractor, as he built our family home and our son’s first home also! We were so blessed to have the privilege of knowing him! God Bless his family!