St. Michael's Catholic Church
379 Division St., Cobourg
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Peacefully, at Northumberland Hills Hospital, Cobourg, on Friday, December 19, 2025, in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of 58 years to the late Stan. Loving mother of Richard, Dan (Keesha Ruyter) and Thomas (Andree). Cherished grandmother of Gabrielle, Dusan, Tymen and Wren. Dear adopted Daughter of Ferdinand and Josephine Hammer. Member of the Sisters of St. Joseph and the Catholic Women’s League. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Cobourg. Interment to follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery. Donations in lieu of flowers to St. Michael’s Church would be appreciated.
I just stopped by Hermi's house today...she was not home. I offer my condolences to all her family. (I am sorry I was not at her funeral...we just did not know.) Richard, Danny and Tommy, she always talked about her boys...and could she talk! It is sad to miss such a beautiful faith filled woman but she loved her Stan and the Lord so much that I know she is happily talking their ears off in heaven! I love you my dear Hermi! Please send down God's blessings on us from your place in heaven!
We lost a precious library last week, with Hermy joining Stan in Heaven. I look back and treasure 10 years of friendship, visiting 2 or 3 times weekly. She taught me how to use a splitter and we shared sewing experiences and stories. She cherished her memories of teaching sewing skills to children at the church. She also created special banners for the church. Her days were quite lonely after Stan passed. The church community also seemed to disappear. Their two cats were an important part of that transition, as were neighbours!! Some cut trees, some helped split firewood logs and stacked, some re-shingled the garage roof and found a new garage door. Another repaired a door lock and helped with water flow. Yet another made a planter box for the mailbox post. I helped with gardening, cleaning eves and covering a leaking roof top window. Later other friends helped repair that leak. Gifts of time were always reciprocated with coffee and treats. She joked about opening a coffee shop. I’d like to pass on the gratitude she felt with neighbours stopping by unexpectedly, for conversation and the gifts they brought. She really treasured the short trips up the hill to engage with chickens, ducks, kittens, dogs etc… and she brought treats for some of the animals. As our neighbourhood circle expanded, so did the gatherings: birthday invitations and dinners, Thanksgiving meals together, neighbourhood socials….where I provided VIP pick-up. We loved including Hermy… a huge blessing as people age, to have an increasing local connection. We picked strawberries together and made a few trips to Peterborough. I also want to thank the snow clearing fellow and the lawn cutter. We were also grateful to the neighbours who had further connections for the bigger repairs needed. We miss her presence… spunk and energy. She left us with fond memories. Blessings to Hermy and her Family.. 🙏
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
St. Michael's Catholic Church
It has saddened me that we have lost an amazing lady. I got to know Hermie in 2014, when I opened my store in Welcome. She came in and introduced herself. Her energy was infectious. Her creativity and sewing was admirable. She was very creative and expertise at the sewing machine for sure. We soon became friends. I discover soon after that we were also neighbors. When I moved my market back to our farm , Hermie would stop in from time to time. We always had a nice visit and she would always leave me with a kiss on my forehead and an "I love you". I always responded back ," I love you to Hermie", and a smile. I had no idea that she was in her 90s, her energy and sharpness did not reveal her age. I consider Hermie a friend, and will always think of her fondly. I regret, that I am not physically able to come say good bye today at her funeral, but she is on my mind and in my heart. God speed my friend and thank you. I love you too Hermie. ❤️🫂
Sorry for your loss
Dear Tom, Andree & Gabi, thinking of you. We are really sad for the loss of your Mom / GrandMom.
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of dear Hermine. I have fond memories of our years together as Associates and CWL. Her generosity, love of life and family, her strong faith, humour and just being our Hermie will always be remembered by those who knew & loved her. Say hi to Stan for us. RIP sweet lady.
Sincerest condolences to the family. Hermie was such a kind soul. Her special acts of kindness towards my son when he was little will always be remembered and appreciated. May she rest in peace.
So very sorry to learn of Hermie’s passing. She was an awesome lady. We had so many chats when I was delivering her mail . Now she is forever with her Stan. Rest in Paradise my friend.