Herman W. Huff's Obituary
Herman W. Huff, age 78, of Coulterville, IL, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2014 at 7:30 a.m. in Sparta Community Hospital, Sparta, IL surrounded by his family.Herman was born on August 12, 1935 in McKinley Station, Washington County, IL, a son to Howard V. and Bertha (Jausel) Huff. On May 4, 1957, he married Sue Rainey in Sparta, IL and she survives. He was a coal miner at Zeigler #11, Coulterville, IL for over 23 years and was a member of the U.M.W.A. Local #2161. He had coached Khoury League and enjoyed dancing, fishing, hunting and was an avid and accomplished woodworker. His greatest love in life was spending time with and traveling with his family, especially his grandchildren who were his pride and joy.Survivors include his wife of nearly 57 years, Sue Huff of Coulterville, IL; two sons, Ronnie (Judy) Huff of Coulterville, IL and Scott Huff of Coulterville, IL; two grandchildren, Brittney Huff and Matt Huff; two sisters, Pearl Lively of Coulterville, IL and Phyllis Jean Porter of Oakdale, IL; and two dogs, Gypsy and Annie.He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Howard Lee Huff and William Huff; a sister, Dolores "Sis" Knope; and three brothers-in-law, Hiram Porter, Harry Lively and Dean Knope.Funeral services will be held at Pyatt Funeral Home, Coulterville, IL on Thursday, May 1, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. with Ron Mazander officiating. Interment will be at Coulterville City Cemetery, Coulterville, IL.Friends may call at Pyatt Funeral Home, Coulterville, IL on Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and at the funeral home on Thursday morning from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.Memorial donations may be made to the Coulterville Youth Association.
What’s your fondest memory of Herman?
What’s a lesson you learned from Herman?
Share a story where Herman's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Herman you’ll never forget.
How did Herman make you smile?