Herman "Tom" Wingerter, age 94, passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2022.  Herman was born in Malvern, Ohio to George C. Sr and Regina C. Wingerter.

Herman is a graduate of Malvern High School.  After high school, Herman joined the Army and served in World War II.  He then went to Colorado State University where he earned a degree in Forestry.  Herman was always proud of the fact that he had perfect attendance all the way from elementary school through college.  He worked as a building supply store manager.  Herman traveled to Germany and Morocco several times to visit his dear friends.  He cherished spending time with his grandchildren, fishing, hunting, watching and playing the stock market, and telling stories about his past, especially his forest fire and Morocco stories.  He enjoyed get-togethers with his good neighbors, friends, and widowers' group.  Herman was a member of the American Legion Post 375.

Herman is survived by his daughter, Cheryl (Horst) and two grandchildren, Larissa and Eric as well as two nieces, Sue and Diane, his nephew, Brian, and his cousin Jean and her family.

In addition to his parents, Herman was preceded in death by his wife, Elfriede; daughter, Darlene; and two brothers: George Jr and Harold.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be said on Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 11:00 AM at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 125 Carrollton Street, Malvern, Ohio, with Celebrant Victor Cinson. Burial will follow at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery with full military honors. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 12, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church.

The family wants to thank the staff of the Hospice of the Western Reserve, Dr. Mike, Deckman-Bartley Funeral Home, and all of the kind, helpful, and supportive neighbors and friends who made it possible for Herman to live a long, happy, and independent life to the end.