A History of Hermann Sons Life A company full of rich traditions, HERMANN SONS LIFE is named after HERMANN THE CHERUSKER, an early German hero recognized for his leadership and valor. Hermann Sons Life’s history can be traced as far back as 1840. During this time, a handful of men of German descent organized in New York City and formed the order as a brotherhood. The mission of the brotherhood was to provide aid to each other, aid to the sick and aid to widows and orphans. The Order of the Sons of Hermann was formed in San Antonio in 1860 and has grown to its current membership of more than 63,500. Based on the lodge system, the company’s first San Antonio lodge was formed in 1861. At the 47th Grand Lodge Convention in May 2017, the company name was officially changed to Hermann Sons Life. Currently, Hermann Sons Life has 127 lodges in Texas. The Home Office is located in San Antonio, Texas. In 1875, the purchase of life insurance was mandated as a requirement for membership. Since then, the focus of Hermann Sons Life’s insurance program has been to help provide financial protection to its members and their families. In addition to offering excellent insurance, annuities and Medicare, Hermann Sons Life provides many living benefits for its members. Summer camp and dance classes are available for junior members, numerous lodge activities are offered to all members, and a retirement home provides security and companionship for senior members. Today, Hermann Sons Life is a dynamic and thriving company. We are a not-for-profit company that is membership owned and membership conscious. Our mission is to strengthen community through financial protection and service.
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