Gilpin "Gil" Biermann's obituary , Passed away on August 22, 2026 in Wood River, Illinois

Gilpin "Gil" Biermann

April 15, 1928 - August 22, 2026 (98 years old)

Wood River, Illinois

Gilpin "Gil" Biermann's obituary , Passed away on August 22, 2026 in Wood River, Illinois

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Gilpin "Gil" Biermann

April 15, 1928 - August 22, 2026 (98 years old)

Wood River, Illinois

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Gilpin Biermann Obituary

The passing of Gilpin Biermann of Wood River, Illinois occurred on August 22, 2026. Gilpin, born on April 15, 1928, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gilpin Biermann to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William J. Biermann and Louise Biermann (Berman); his son-in-law Tim Doherty; his grandson Brian; and his siblings, Albert, William Biermann, Wilma Young, Irma Evert, Eleanor Sullentrup, Lucille Brune and Irene Hoemann.

He is survived by: his children, Terri Gentry (Robert) of Graham, WA, Karen Doherty of Maryville and Michael Biermann of Ojai, CA; his grandchildren, Beth, Trisha, Timmy, Christopher, Nathan, Kyle, Ryan and Meagan; and his great grandchildren, Noah, Madilyn, Breanna, Khloe, Timmy, Tommy, Reagan, Calum, Vienna, Jack, Claire, Greta, Liv and Ethan.

Visitation was held on Friday, August 28th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Paynic Home For Funerals (618 E Airline Dr, East Alton, IL 62024). A funeral service was held on Saturday, August 29th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the same location.

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Fri

Aug 28

Visitation

Paynic Home For Funerals
618 E Airline Dr, East Alton, IL 62024

Sat

Aug 29

Funeral service

Paynic Home For Funerals
618 E Airline Dr, East Alton, IL 62024

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August 25, 2026

Karl, Diana and Lexi Jefferson lit a candle


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August 25, 2026

Karl, Diana and Lexi Jefferson sent flowers

“In loving memory of Gil. He was a great neighbor and friend. He will be missed. With deepest sympathies.”


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