Herman Albrecht, III Awendaw - Herman Albrecht III, 81, of Awendaw, South Carolina entered into eternal rest surrounded by family members on Monday, August 24, 2020. Herman, affectionately known by family and friends as "Uncle Hermie" or "Hermie", was born November 10, 1938, in Charleston, SC. He was the son of the late Herman Albrecht, Jr. and the late Eloise VanNess Albrecht. He graduated from General William Moultrie High School in 1957 and graduated from The Citadel with a degree in Civil Engineering in 1961. He served in the US Air Force for four years following his graduation. He then returned to the family business, Southern Lumber and Millwork Corp., and served as the president before retiring on March 31, 2004. He loved the great outdoors. He could be found on the "Southern Miss" fishing with his brothers, nephews and friends or hunting in Berkeley County on the weekends. Although he was not a meteorologist, he was known as the weatherman because he never got the weather report wrong. He enjoyed his property known as the "Triple Crown Hideaway" where he watched the wildlife roam his property including alligators, bears, deer, turkeys, hogs, raccoons, and birds, including his favorite...hummingbirds. Hermie traveled with family and friends all over the world including Alaska, Panama, Canada, all over Europe and the Caribbean. He was a lifetime member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Charleston, SC. Although, he never married, he lived with his sister, Joye, and her family for over thirty years. He was considered the third and "fun" parent by Lanie, Kristi and Thad. He had a full and well-lived life, and he was loved by all. Hermie was predeceased by his brother, William Thomas Albrecht (Helen) of the Isle of Palms, SC. He is survived by brother, Benjamin Aldret Albrecht (Marianne) of Mt. Pleasant, SC; sister, Joyce (Joye) Albrecht Shuler (Hubert) of Mt. Pleasant, SC; five nephews, William Thomas Albrecht, Jr. (Beverly), John Herman Albrecht (Cindy), Christopher Lloyd Albrecht (Audrey), Benjamin Aldret Albrecht, Jr. (Sheila), Thaddeus Theodore Shuler (Meredith); four nieces, Kimberley Joyce Albrecht Harrell (John), Marianne Elizabeth (Beth) Albrecht Dodds (David), Lanie Shuler Masilamani (Sanjay), Kristi Amelia Shuler Horger (Dave); six great- nephews and ten great-nieces; one great-great-nephew. A graveside service will be held at Magnolia Cemetery in downtown Charleston on Friday morning, August 28th, 2020. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. John's Lutheran Church Property Endowment Fund, 5 Clifford Street, Charleston, SC 29401. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Aug. 25 to Aug. 27, 2020.

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Judy Parker Nelson

August 30, 2020

So sorry to hear about Uncle Hermie. Peace with with you all

Anne Robichaux Robichaux

August 28, 2020

Joye and family,

We were so surprised to see the obit in the paper for Herman. The last time we saw him - albeit a year ago - he seemed so robust and his normal outgoing and friendly self. We always enjoyed chatting with him at the ACT functions. We're thinking of you and your extended family at this very sad time. With deepest sympathy,

Anne and Ken Robichaux

Grayson Carter

August 27, 2020

I too referred to Herman as "Uncle Hermie". Another generation of lumberman now gone; my dad 10 years ago and now Herman. Herman was a fine gentleman. I think he and my Dad felt our companies weren't competitors, we were intertwined together and were always there to help each other. That's something very rare and you don't see in today's world. I'm sure Will feels the same way as I, we were taught by two of the best and they lead by example.

Tracey Craft

August 27, 2020

I loved and will miss Uncle Hermie. He was one of a kind and I have many memories with him as we all grew up. I am so saddened by his passing. My heart goes out to Aunt Joye, Uncle Bubba, Lanie, Thad and Kristi along with the whole Albrecht family. Sending you all my love and prayers. RIP Uncle Hermie.

John Lesemann

August 27, 2020

Joye,
Linda and I were saddened to hear about your brother Herman. We are keeping you and all your family in our prayers. We miss you and St. Johns.

Don & Verna Kee

August 27, 2020

We are so sorry to learn of Hermie's passing and wish we could be with you to offer our condolences in person. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. Hermie was a great friend to Don and he will be remembered as a kind and generous person who will be missed by many.

Sending lots of love and hugs to the family as we send love and prayers for
Hermie as he goes home to rest.

Don & Verna Kee

Phil Odom

August 25, 2020

I was a young salesman for GP when I met Herman in 1988. He, Ben and Southern Lumber did so much for me and my career. I was fortunate enough to befriend Herman and Ben and enjoyed many trips over the years on the Southern Miss!! Some of my fondness memories of living in Charleston include Hermie. God Bless and God Rest my friend. Thank you for all you did for me.

John Edwards'64

August 26, 2020

Though not a blood brother, were brothers in the long gray line of The Citadel. I enjoyed his humor and wonderful hospitality. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Emily Watts

August 26, 2020

I never met Herman; but I knew him through the many conversations we had regarding purchases I made for Naval Weapons Station. Herman knew everything about lumber and what every piece of wood or attachment was for. He was a wealth of knowledge, and he always had a good sense of humor that brought light to a cloudy day. Herman will be missed by many people. May God send comfort to you, his loving family. Rest in peace, Herman.

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