Hugo Robert Hermetz Jr.'s Obituary
Hugo Robert Hermetz Jr., entered eternal peace, on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the age of 93. He was born in Dayton, Ohio, on December 31, 1932, living in Ohio while he worked, before retiring and moving to Mandeville, LA where he resided there for the last 34 years. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 61 years, Marian Savoie Hermetz; his parents, Helen and Hugo Robert Hermetz, Sr; and his sister, Janet Sayer. He is survived by his brother, John Michael Hermetz (Annette) and generations of nieces and nephews.
He served honorably in the United States Coast Guard. He spent his entire 42-year professional career working for General Motors, starting as an apprentice toolmaker, before retiring as senior executive. Robert and Marian traveled the world, but he enjoyed many past times, including golfing, fishing, playing cards, following his hometown teams—the Cincinnati Reds and the Cincinnati Bengals—and, most especially, creating lasting memories with his beloved nieces and nephews.
Though they had no children of their own, they opened their home in Bellbrook, Ohio, as a place of love, laughter, and welcome. It became the heart of countless gatherings, celebrations, holidays, and summer vacations, with “Uncle” Bob, at the center of many of our happiest childhood memories.
The family would like to thank the entire staff of Heritage Mannor of Mandeville for loving and caring for him the last 5 years, and St. Catherine’s Hospice for providing care and comfort in his final days.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Hugo may be made to St. Timothy on the Northshore; https://www.sttimothyns.org/give.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the graveside services at St. Timothy on the Northshore, located at 335 Asbury Drive, Mandeville, LA 70448 on Friday, March 27th, at 11:00 am.
E.J. Fielding Funeral Home has been entrusted with funeral arrangements. The family invites you to share thoughts, fond memories, and condolences by signing an online guestbook at https://www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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