Book of Memories for William F. "Bill" Herman Jr.

Story shared: "Uncle Billy"

Sat, 28 Jul 2018 13:09:13 EDT

Everyday, as I go out my back door, I'm facing, just 4 feet away, the trees that "Uncle Billy" planted as part of the landscaping for the building next door to me. It was a cold December morning about 1997 when I went outside, I heard some people talking, and as I looked up there was "Uncle Billy" placing balled trees on the ground along the border between our properties. I can still picture him working. I miss him and remember him every time I go out the back door and see those now mature trees that he planted.

Condolence From Adriene DeFrancesco

Sat, 05 Aug 2017 14:56:19 EDT

I am deeply saddened to hear about the loss of my dear godfather, Uncle Billy. There was no replacement for an uncle like him. He was kind, loving, happy and smart. I will always cherish the times our families spent together. Most especially at Christmas time when we would go to see Uncle Billy and Aunt Ginger's Christmas display and pick out our tree. It was something we always looked forward to. I will hold dear these special memories and fun times. Aunt Ginger, Cindy, Debbie, Billy and Chris- Sending loving prayers to you all.

Condolence From Larry G. Ciancio

Sat, 05 Aug 2017 08:51:06 EDT

I share the sorrow that you feel...and, hope it will comfort you to know how much others cared. Bill wrote a letter of recommendation for me when I attended and graduated from SUNY Farmingdale. I remain thankful and grateful to him for that kindness. RIP...Mr. Bill Herman.

Condolence From Amy and Foster McKeon

Fri, 04 Aug 2017 13:17:32 EDT

Dear Ginger, Cindy, Debra, Billy and Chris, We are so sorry to hear about Bill, your husband and Dads passing. I remember the first time I met him when I interened at IBM so many years ago - he greeted me with a big smile and a sparkle in his eye and he was indeed, so full of energy and a real zest for life. We have no doubt that he is running around beautiful landscapes in the sky adding his special touch and charming everyone he meets. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Amy, Foster, Emily and Grace McKeon

Condolence From Judith Johnson

Fri, 04 Aug 2017 09:07:14 EDT

Dear Cindy and Family, You are in my heart and prayers as you honor Bill in his passing and mourn his loss from your lives. May your hearts be comforted by memories of your shared lives and by the love of friends and family that surrounds you all at this time.

Condolence From ROSE MARIE LAHEY

Thu, 03 Aug 2017 21:29:39 EDT

WE, THE LAHEY FAMILY, HOLD YOU DEAR TO OUR HEARTS, AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE PART OF OUR CHERISHED MEMORIES. ALL MY CHILDREN: SHAWN, MARIE ANNE, RACHEL,JOEL, MARK,KRISTEN AND OUR BELOVED BRIAN ADMIRED AND RESPECTED YOU. THEY SHARED FOND MEMORIES. TO YOU GINGER, CINDY, DEBBIE, BILLY AND CHRIS, WE SENDS OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND LOVE. ROSE MARIE

Condolence From Paul Hardisty

Thu, 03 Aug 2017 21:03:03 EDT

I can't find the words to say how sad this makes me. Takes the wind out of me. Hope my boss and friend is resting peacefully in heaven.

Condolence From Tom Boger

Thu, 03 Aug 2017 18:39:13 EDT

Billy was such a good friend that we considered him part of our family. It is so hard to hear of his passing. I remember him helping us build front stairs to our then new house in Ardsley with my father and brother Larry when I was just a boy, vacations at the Jersey Shore, his wedding to Ginger, the Christmas displays at his nursery, most recently at Larry and Beverly's 50th Anniversary celebration at the Outer Banks. We all will miss the many times when he'd just be there to enjoy the company and relax after a long day. Our sincere condolences to Ginger and family at this sad time.

Condolence From Larry & Beverly Boger & Family

Thu, 03 Aug 2017 16:09:13 EDT

We find it difficult to find the words to adequately express our feelings for the loss of Bill, our friend of over 65 years. Over the years we enjoyed countless good times with Ginger and Bill. We have wonderful memories of the years of our friendship, from high school to the present, too many to write of at this time, but a joy to reflect on. Our heartfelt condolences to Ginger, Cindy, Debbie, Billy and Chris for your loss. May the peace of Christ be with our friend.

Condolence From Bill Sepe

Thu, 03 Aug 2017 15:59:34 EDT

My sincere condolences on your loss. What a fine man. I helped my friend, Billy Sheridan, roll up barbed wire on the farm that became Herman's Nursery when we were 12 and that's how I met Billy's Uncle Billy. A real class act. When the opened I was there when he stopped everything to give a nun a bouquet of flowers for free. In December 1996 I bought my current house and two days later I looked out my back door and there was Uncle Billy planting the landscaping for the house next door. I visited a friend at Woodland Ponds a year or so ago and there was Uncle Billy again. We had a nice chat, he said he was new to the place. Little did I know, it would be our last. He was a good man. My heart goes out to each of you for your loss. Sincerely, Bill Sepe

Condolence From Patrick Touhey & Family

Thu, 03 Aug 2017 13:31:52 EDT

Our condolences and Prayers go out to the entire Herman Family. What a wonderful man he was. He will always be remembered for everything he did for our community. Herman's Nursery was always a huge part of our neighborhood. Personally, I will never forget all the days(and Nights) working and spending time with the family. Rest in Peace MR. Herman.

Condolence From Helen Dickerson

Thu, 03 Aug 2017 11:50:39 EDT

dear Ginger, Cindy, Debbie, Bill & Chris --- my heart is full of love for you at this time. I am holding you close with love. Helen

Condolence From Richard Cole Family

Thu, 03 Aug 2017 11:37:00 EDT

I will miss Bill terribly. I have missed him terribly. I've lived right next door to Bill's nursery for 20 years. If it wasn't for Bill, my yard would be plain and boring. Because of this man's unending generosity and kindness, I have the most beautiful plants and shrubs and bricks and wood surrounding my property. "Gifts" from Bill. I'm so Blessed to have had the honor of Bill's friendship. There wasn't a day that went by that we didn't share a wave over the fence or a chat sitting on one of the rocks out front. I'd wake up in the mornings to find a new, beautiful plant on my porch or at Christmas, a beautiful Holly bush. I always knew that Bill had snuck over with a gift. In return he loved when I gave him fresh killed quail or duck or pheasants in return for his supper. Rest In Peace my dear friend. I miss you terribly. -Dick Cole

Condolence From Brian J Herrmann

Wed, 02 Aug 2017 23:01:35 EDT

Sorry for the loss of Uncle Bill. I will always have great memories of him and his family. He made this world a better place. Brian Herrmann

Condolence From pamela eberhard

Wed, 02 Aug 2017 22:28:47 EDT

God Bless you Bill. What you did on this earth will never be forgot. Sending prayers to your family Sincerely, Pam Eberhard

Condolence From Marie Anne Lahey

Wed, 02 Aug 2017 20:25:45 EDT

Ginger, Cindy, Debbie, Billy and Chris, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Bill. He was such a sweet man. I only have the fondest of memories of him. He never refused any of us neighborhood kids a job at Christmas time so we could afford to buy our family Christmas Gifts. It saddens me when I go to Rochdale Rd., to visit my Mom, and both the house and Nursery no longer stands. He was an Icon because of Herman's Nursery. I look forward to viewing it on Facebook every time someone posts it. It It brings back so many childhood memories!! You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May he Rest In Peace In The Arms of Jesus. Love, Marie ( Lahey)

Memorial Candle lit by The Decker Family xo

Wed, 02 Aug 2017 17:46:51 EDT

The Decker Family xo

Condolence From Carol Ann Rinaldi

Wed, 02 Aug 2017 16:45:35 EDT

Rest in peace Uncle Bill nd say Hi to my Mom and the rest of the family when you get there.

Condolence From Joan M. Herrmann

Wed, 02 Aug 2017 16:00:48 EDT

MY LOVE TO EACH OF YOU IN THE PASSING OF DEAR BILL HERMAN. HE WILL BE ALWAYS REMEMBERED FOR THE KINDNESS HE SHARED WITH MY FAMILY. JOAN M. HERRMANN (BUDDIE HERRMANN) KARL E. HERRMANN CHRIS T. HERRMANN

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Wed, 02 Aug 2017 02:54:13 EDT