Charles Biermann

Charles H. Biermann, 81, died Friday, January 20, 2012 at CGH Medical Center. He was the Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Northwestern Steel & Wire retiring after 38 years. Charles was born March 5, 1930 in Chicago, the son of Elmer and Clara (Krause) Biermann. He married Joan Murphy on January 22, 1954 in Lombard. Charles served as an Officer in the Army during the Korean Conflict. Survivors include his wife, Joan; two sons, Dave (Jenny) Biermann, of Denver, CO, and Rod (Rachel) Biermann, of Larchmont, NY; seven grandchildren, Henry, Anne, Sam, Will, Alec, Emma and Bridget Biermann. He was preceded in death by his parents. Private graveside services will be held at Oak Knoll Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 9-11 AM, Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at Schilling Funeral Home, Sterling. A memorial has been established.