He was born May 15, 1925, in Peoria, to Edward and Elizabeth (Freimuth) Heuermann. He married Beatrice Burns on April 20, 1952, in Bartonville. Beatice passed away May 11, 2009, in Peoria. Gerhardt was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Edwin Heuermann.
Survivors include two sons: Douglas (Alana, Erin & Sara) Heuermann; David (Caroline, Zoe & Evan) Heuermann and nephew Louis (Darla, Mitchell, Michael & Emily) Heuermann.
Gerhardt was a Manual High School graduate and a United States Navy veteran serving in WWII. He retired from Caterpillar, Inc., and devoted his time to Christ Lutheran Church in Peoria.
Cremation rites have been accorded and there will be no services at this time. Davison-Fulton Bartonville Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Burial will be in St John’s Lutheran Church Cemetery in Bartonville.
In lieu of flowers, please contribute to South Side Mission, 1127 S. Laramie St, Peoria, IL 61605.
