Mr. William L. Hermann

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of William “Bill” Hermann, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, friend, and colleague, and a beloved member of the Stoneleigh neighborhood and Immanuel Lutheran Church. Bill passed away peacefully shortly after midnight on December 27, 2024, in the presence of family. Bill lived a life defined by duty, integrity, and kindness. Known for his sharp intelligence, witty sense of humor, and independent spirit, he touched countless lives through his dedication to family and business. Born in Baltimore and raised in the Stoneleigh neighborhood, Bill’s roots ran deep in the community he would call home for most of his life. As a boy, his talent as a pitcher in youth baseball earned him recognition in area newspapers and Bill went on to letter in varsity baseball at Towson High School. His lifelong passion for sports included enthusiastic support for the Orioles and Ravens, a memorable trip to the Masters Tournament, and plenty of rounds as a mediocre golfer at the Country Club of Maryland—though he had a knack for rising to the occasion under pressure. Bill was an alumnus of Pennsylvania State University, where he studied accounting and became a member and officer of the Delta Sigma Fi fraternity. It was at Penn State that he met his future wife, Sally Jane Williams. They married in 1965, beginning 59 years of love, laughter, and partnership. Together, they raised two daughters, Kristin and Courtney. Family vacations to North Myrtle Beach, Penn State football games, and enduring friendships with Nicki and Roger Herzog were among the many joys they shared. Bill began his career in business at American Totalisator and Price Waterhouse & Co. before embarking on a number of successful entrepreneurial ventures. These included Haemo-Sol International LLC, Heine & Hermann PA, Glenmore Permanent Building and Loan Association, William L. Hermann Inc., and Glenmore Investors Limited Partnership. He served on the Board of Directors of Columbia Bankcorp, Fulton Bank, Augsburg Lutheran Home, and Edenwald, among others. Bill’s work was more than a career; it was his passion. He found fulfillment in helping others achieve their goals and navigate challenges of all sizes, always striving to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those he worked with and cared about. William Lange Hermann is preceded in death by his father Alfred Hermann, Jr., his mother Mary Magdalene Hermann née Lange, and his brother Alfred “Bud” Hermann III. He is survived by his loving wife, Sarah “Sally” Jane Hermann; his daughters, Kristin Kaye Hermann and Courtney Lange Hermann, and their spouses Jesse Nathanael Salter and Kerribeth Elliott; his cherished grandchildren, Luke Aaron Salter and Lila Kaye Salter and his sisters-in-law Kaye Louise Baum and Ruth Garrott Hermann. He will also be deeply missed by his extended family, his tight circle of colleagues, and so many who had the privilege of knowing him. Friends may call at Mitchell-Wiedefeld Funeral Home (6500 York Rd. at Overbrook Rd.) on Friday 2:00 – 4:00 pm and 6:00 – 8:00 pm. A memorial service will be held on Saturday at 10:30 am at Immanuel Lutheran Church (5701 Loch Raven Blvd.), followed by burial at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, a historic resting place in Lauraville, in honor of William Hermann. Checks can be made payable to: Immanuel Lutheran Church Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 66475, Baltimore, MD 21239.

Mr. William L. Hermann

August 23, 1941 - December 27, 2024