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Sandusky, OH 44870
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Lori S. Hermes, 64, residing in Sandusky, passed away Tuesday evening, March 28, 2023 at Providence Care Center, surrounded by her loving children, following a three-year battle with brain cancer.
Lori was born on May 16, 1958 in Elwood City, PA to the late Joseph and Margaret (Besso) Mariani.
Lori was employed with Providence Care Center for the past 27 years working as a nursing assistant. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Sandusky and the Ohio Farm Bureau. Lori enjoyed family vacations, reading and taking care of her Providence Care family. Her children and grandchildren were her greatest joy, and she loved being their biggest fan at their extracurricular activities.
Lori is survived by her daughter, Lisa (Barry) Nimrichter of Sandusky; sons, David O. "Davy" (Emily) Hermes Jr. of Milan and Daniel M. Hermes of Sandusky; six grandchildren, Max, Abe, Eli, Harper, Avery and Viann; sister, Patty Mariani of Sandusky; brother, Mike (Lisa) Mariani of Sandusky; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
In addition to her parents, Lori is preceded in death by her husband, David O. Hermes Sr. and two daughters in infancy.
Friends may call on Friday, March 31, 2023 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1607 E Perkins Ave, Sandusky. Prayers will be recited on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 9:30 am in the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 429 Central Ave., Sandusky, OH. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Sandusky, OH.
Those wishing to contribute to Lori's memory may do so to Cancer Services of Erie County, 505 E. Perkins Ave., Sandusky, OH 44870
