Herman James Herkert Obituary

The world bids farewell to Herman James Herkert of Madison, Wisconsin, departing on March 10, 2026 at the age of 90. Herman leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Herman and Frances; and his brothers, Klaus Herkert and Richard Herkert. He is survived by: his wife Patricia Liebig; his son Jim Herkert (Andrea); his granddaughter Marita Herkert-Oakland (Eric); his great grandchildren, Miles and Afton Oakland; his grandson Andrew Herkert (Genevieve); his great grandchildren, Roosevelt and Jonah Herkert; his grandson Scott Herkert (Troy); his great grandchildren, Tara Miller (Chris), Ivy Herkert and John Herkert (Miriam); his children, Scott, John, Dave and Camille Herkert; McKenzie, Leo, Sage Miller, Haley Herkert (Raphael Chestang), Leiah O'Leary (Keith), Kiah, Naomi, Levi, Danny Vargus, Henry, Daniel Vargas, Ali, Diego Vargus, Jonathan Vargus, David Herkert (Lisa), Max, Christina, Ian King, Brian Byrne (Joan), Norah Byrne, Brad Byrne (Ashley), Brayden Byrne and Quinnly Byrne.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Wisconsin Chapter (https://www.alz.org) or to Agrace HospiceCare (https://www.agrace.org).