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Lloyd Gerhardt, formerly of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital on Thursday, May 18, 2023. He was 93.
Born on January 5, 1930 in Normanby Township to the late Albert and Jennie (nee Peter) Gerhardt. Lloyd was a Beef Farmer and enjoyed the hard work farming entailed. He was employed with Sklar Peppler and enjoyed working with wood. He was a very skilled man and had many talents, and was always willing to lend a hand to those in need.
Survived by loving wife Joan (nee Horton) Gerhardt of Walkerton. Loved father of Debbie (Dave) Broderick of Cambridge, Jim (Pam) Gerhardt of Flesherton, Barb (Tom) Gibson of Clifford and Steve (Nicole) Gerhardt of Newfoundland. Special grandpa of 8 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren. Predeceased by his daughter in law Laurie Gerhardt, great great grandson Grayson Pereira and siblings Rueben Gerhardt, Bertha Maas, Viola Huehn, Mildred Wiseman and Florence Gerhardt.
Visitation will be held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 from 10-10:45am where a Funeral Service will commence at 11:00 am. Rev. Fred Ludolph officiating. Interment in Hanover Cemetery.
For those unable to attend the Funeral Service, it will be live streamed directly on the obituary page on our website, and through the Mighton Funeral Home YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@MightonFuneralHomeLtd The live stream will start approximately 5-10 minutes prior to the service - at that time, please look for the live video post on the obituary page on our website or the Funeral Home YouTube Channel to join the service. For people unable to join at the time of the service, the live stream video will remain posted and available for viewing afterwards.
Memorial donations to the Salvation Army Food Bank or to the Canadian Blood Services would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
VIDEO: Funeral Service Live Stream - Wednesday, May 24, 2023 - 11 am
Our sympathy Joan to you & your family, our thoughts & prayers are with you all. We hadn't heard about Lloyds passing until Friday.
- Ron & Sharon DouglasOur condolences to the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Kevin and Connie AkinsJim, Pam and family, We are sorry for your loss. All the stories I have heard of your dad have been wonderful. Al thought he was a great guy! We watched the service today on line and it was lovely. Our thoughts are with you through this difficult time. Lea Anne and Al
- Lea-Anne RocheJoan & family, I am very sorry to hear of Lloyd's passing. He was a really go man and great neighbour. Lots of good memories. Think of you often. I will keep you in my prayers. Take care and God bless you all
- Loretta MontagJoan I am sorry to hear of the passing of Lloyd. You will miss him dearly. My prayers and condolences to your family. Xo
- Gloria Chesney (McClevis)So sorry to hear about Lloyd. My sympathy to everyone.
Carolyn Kestner (Rehkopf)
Our deepest sympathy to Joan and family. We worked with Lloyd for many years at Sklar Peppler. We have many fond memories of times spent together. May you rest in peace old friend.
- Doug and Sue MulliganMy sincerest condolences to the Gerhardt family on the passing of Lloyd.
I worked with him for many years at Sklar-Peppler Furniture and he was always
a great friend and co-worker. He will be deeply missed. RIP Lloyd
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Lloyd was a well liked man, always kind and friendly with everyone. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
- Steve & Debbie FriestJoan, Steve, Nicole,Cole & Chase
We are so sorry to hear of Lloyd's passing. The few times we were in his company, we could honestly tell how genuinely kind he was. Really, the sweetest man. Always keep your beautiful memories of him in your heart. We're sending you all of our love. From Joan and Lloyd's family in Newfoundland. ❤️
Deepest Sympathy to you Aunt Joan and family. We are so glad we spent a bit of time with him almost a couple weeks ago. Really enjoyed seeing him happy to see us.
Harold and Wilma
Our deepest sympathy in the passing of your dear loved Dad, Grandpa, Great Grandpa, husband, brother and most of all friend. Sincerely, Paul, Shannon & boys
- Shannon and Paul RhodyDear Joan, Deb, Jim, Barb, Steve and families,
We are so very sorry for your loss of your wonderful husband and father. He was always so kind and a terrific neighbour. Hampden has lost one of its great citizens.
Our thoughts are with you.
Lorraine & Al Morrow
love you grandpa xoxoxo
- marsha broderick
