John Erich Hermeling

March 2, 1963 - March 10, 2022

John E. Hermeling, 58, of Centralia, passed away Thursday, March 10, 2022 at his home. He was born December 2, 1963 in Centralia, the son of Wilbert Hermeling and Doris (Martin) Hermeling. He married Deborah Moran Hermeling and they later divorced. John is survived by his three children: Derek Hermeling of Centralia, Caitlin McMillan and wife Bre of Mt. Vernon and Sondra Ellingson and Bart Bejcha of Georgia; two granddaughters: Luna McMillan and Rowan Brejcha; an uncle: Larry Martin of Texas; an aunt: Judy Cathcart ; cousin: Jeff Seymour of Benton; and several friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and an aunt: Ella Jean Seymour. John was a very intelligent man when it came to computers and motorcycles. He owned his own computer and motorcycle repair shop. John had a big heart and loved his family and friends. Per John’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded and a Celebration of Life Service will be held Sunday, March 20, 2022 at 3:00 PM at the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home in Centralia. Burial will follow to Hillcrest Memorial Park in Centralia. Visitation will be held Sunday from 12:00 PM until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to his granddaughters: Luna McMillan and Rowan Brejcha College Fund and will be accepted at the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home at 235 North Sycamore Street Centralia, Illinois 62801, (618)532-3523, who is honored to be of service to the Hermeling Family. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.sutherlandfuneralhome.com and the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home Facebook Page.