Herman was born to the late Christ and Anna (nee: Nielsen) Bay on March 15, 1928, and lived his entire life in Racine. He proudly served his country in WWII as a member of the Army. He was also employed as a glazier at Kamm Glass Company where he especially enjoyed making stained glass windows.Herman is survived by his two sons; Dr. Randall George (Mary Pat) Bay of Bettendorf, IA, and Christian Bay of Racine; three daughters; Diane Bay, Sally Bay, both of Racine, and Kathleen (Rick) Conti of Eagle; seven grandchildren, David, Jonathan, Madeline, Amelia, Audrey, Rick and Victoria; and one sister, Norma Edwards. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Christ Bay, Walter (JoAnn) Bay, and James Bay; a sister, June (Wallace) Jensen; as well as his ex-wife, Rosalie, whom he remained friends with for many years.
Funeral services for Mr. Bay will be held at the Wilson Funeral Home, 1212 Lathrop Ave., on Saturday August 22, 2009, at 1 p.m. with Rev. Crystal Steinberg officiating. According to Herman's wishes, he will be cremated and inurnment will follow at the Southeastern Wisconsin Veteran's Memorial Cemetery at a later date. Relatives and friends may meet with the family on Saturday from 11:30 a.m. until the time of service.
Wilson Funeral Home
1212 Lathrop Ave., Racine 262-634-3361
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