Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario Canada - It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Josef at the Sault Area Hospital with his family by his side on Friday, April 24, 2026 in his 87th year. He was born in Kolut, Yugoslavia, a son of the late Josef Hermann and the late Eva Schaefer.

He is survived by his son, Curtis and daughter-in-law, Gayle, his sister, Hedi Sciascia (late Don) and brother, Gerhardt (Resi) Malkmus. Husband of the late Babs Hermann (Emery) and first wife Carol Sykes (Ott).

He was a carpenter for 55+ years with the carpenter's union and he loved traveling. He traveled the world and his favorite place was Portugal. He reunited with his friends every year there for 33 years in a row.

At Joe's request, there will be no funeral service. A private family graveside urn committal will take place in Josef's honor at a later date in Lockport, New York. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to a charity of choice. Arrangements entrusted to Northwood Funeral Home Cremation and Reception Centre (942 Great Northern Road, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 0B6, 705-945-7758). Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be offered at

www.northwoodfuneral.com