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Robert Harbol Obituary
Age 83, of Elmira, NY, died on Monday, October 13, 2008, in St. Louis, Missouri. Robert was born in Alba, PA on April 8, 1925, the son of the late John and Clara (Ross) Harbol. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Wanda W. (Hess) Harbol; daughters, Cheryl (Robert) Summers of Pine City, NY, Deborah Dickinson of Campbell, NY, Pamela Lattin of Elmira, NY, Maureen White of Elmira, and Laurie Ryan of Horseheads, NY; foster daughter, Evone (Paul) Daniels of Columbus, Ohio; fifteen grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren; brother, Charlie (Elsie) Harbol; and sister, Patricia (Ernest) Roucek of Pine City; brother-in-law, Glen Hess of Plattsmouth, Nebraska; several nieces and nephews. Along with his parents, Robert was predeceased by infant son, Gary Lee; and infant great-grandson, Chad Robery; sister, Norma Jean Hess; brother and sister-in-law, John D. and Leah Harbol; nephews, Donald Louis Harbol, and Ernie T. Harbol; and son-in-law, John Lattin. Robert was a proud veteran of WWII serving with the U.S. Army. He continued his service with the National Guard -B Company, 27th Division 175th Armored Infantry retiring as a Staff Sargeant. He retired from Moore Business Forms. Robert was a life member of the Southport Volunteer Fire Department and also a past president of the Southport Volunteer Fire Department and the New York -Penn Fireman's Association. He was a member of AARP and a member and past president of North County Seniors. The family will receive relatives and friends at the Olthof Funeral Home Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, on Sunday, October 19, 2008, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with a Fireman's Service there at 8:00 p.m. Sunday evening. Funeral Service will be held there Monday, October 20, at 1:00 followed by graveside service with Full Military Honors at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Elmira, NY. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for the family in obituaries at www.olthof.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Harbol
laurie ryan
October 24, 2008
dad you will be missed on this day you were holding me and 49 years later i was holding you you were the best daddy a girl could have and want i will never forget you dad i love you so much goodnight dad until we meet again love your little girl laurie miss you for ever
Pat Lewis
October 21, 2008
Wanda & Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the Loss of Bob. He was a sweetheart as are you. If i can ever do anything for you let me know. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Pat (Finger Lakes Health Care C U)
Tom Green
October 20, 2008
Bobby was one of my bosses at Moore and a neighbor.He was also a friend.God bless you, Bob, you'll be missed.l
Anita Phillips
October 20, 2008
Megan:
Please accept my sincerest sympathy on the loss of your Grandpa. I know you were very close to him & he will be deeply missed. May you carry his love for you forever in your heart!
harry kruckow
October 19, 2008
my thougts and prays are with you
pat &bill farren
October 19, 2008
sorry of bob's passing we had a good time in the guads together boy he made the best home brew
Sid & Beverly Shepherd
October 19, 2008
We have many very special happy memories from our early married lives and Sid recalls meeting Bob in Germany. Where would we be without all these special memories Love to you and the family Wanda
Pat Hagadorn
October 19, 2008
wanda and family....what good times were spent with Bob at the NCSC....he is smiling down on us all. The nights will be long, but time will prevail so your hearts can heal...God Bless.
Joanne Zawko
October 19, 2008
Dad as I called you.Even though I wasn't one of your real daughters. Your daughter Pam and I have been friends forever and a day. I am going to miss your smiling face and watch you and "mom" out there dancing up a storm.You'll always be in my heart.And I will greatly miss you..Love your adopt daughter.Joanne
Danny & Marie Polovick
October 19, 2008
Cheryl and family please know you are all in our prayers at this most difficult time. Know you are not alone.
Diana Wood Gillis
October 19, 2008
Wanda, I'm so sorry about Bob.
I always enjoyed working with you guys at Moore's and seeing you at the Convenient Mart for our small chats. I can remember the rest of the family as well when they use to visit their sister when she lived next door to my sister on Main Street many years ago. He was a great guy and he will be sadly missed. The whole family will be less one more of the Harbol mode. May peace be with you and the rest of your family.
Virginia Nichols
October 19, 2008
Maureen,
I am thinking about you and praying for you. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I wish I had the words to tell you how I feel but the words can't take the place of your Dad. For Mom there is no word that can take your husband place. Just remember, all of you, the good times and all the fun you all had together.
Megan Hartzel
October 18, 2008
Robert Harbol ~ A son, brother, husband, father, uncle, grandfather, greatgrandfather, role model and so much more...He taught me so many things and we had some of the best of times together. Without him life will be difficult and the world will always be lacking but it has been my pleasure and honor to be his granddaughter. Thank you for teaching me so many wonderful things and helping to make me the person I am today. I LOVE YOU!!!
All My Love, Megan
Deborah Dickinson
October 18, 2008
Dad, It's been 58 years you taught me to ride a bike, drive a car, and all the other good things in between. I have a mountain of memories it's so hard to let you go but we'll be together again someday. I will always remember your love and support. Until we meet agian Love and Prayers. Your bigest memory, Debby (the baby on the doorstep)
Kimberly Frias
October 18, 2008
Grandpa a name that means so much. You mean the world to me. You will always be here in my heart. I know that when God made you he broke the mold, because I have never nor will never find another like you. I will MISS YOU GREATLY! You were always there when I needed you and I will forever remember how much you mean to me. I LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU ALWAYS.
LOVE YOUR
GRANDDAUGHTER,
KIMBERLY
XXXOOO
adrianne summers
October 18, 2008
great grandpa i miss you So much and i just wish i could see you once more. but i know you had fun in mo on your trip but we all love you so much and you storys will forever be in my heart
Sandy Burvee
October 18, 2008
Pam,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Just know that I am praying specifically for you for strength and peace and great comfort in these days.
Ann Manchester
October 18, 2008
Wanda and family - I'm sorry about your loss. Bob was a great guy and will be missed.
Cheryl Summers
October 18, 2008
Dad, You will be greatly missed. I Love You.
Your Oldest Daughter,
Cheryl
Connie Pritchett
October 18, 2008
Cheryl and Family, I just want to say I am so sorry for your loss. It is hard to lose a father but, he is with you all in your hearts. Talk about all your wonderful memories of him with each other. Prayers and Angels to you all. Connie Granger/Pritchett
Doug, Jolena and DJ Ames
October 18, 2008
Wanda,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow! I know there is probably nothing we can do to help you but if there is please let us know. We love you!
Cindy (Jankowski) Stover
October 17, 2008
Wanda and girls, I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I know he'll be sorely missed. Hopkins St just isn't the same anymore. We've all grown up and left home but the memories will never leave us. You are all in my prayers. God's peace be with you.
Gloria LaLonde
October 16, 2008
Cheryl and Family~
I just want you to know that I'm thinking of you in your time of sorrow.
Gloria LaLonde
October 16, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
The Family Development Program EOP
October 16, 2008
Our sincere sorrow goes out to the Harbol family and to our good friend Megan Hartzel. We hope you can all find solace in each other and in the memories you have of your times together with him. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you in this time of sorrow. We know you will find the strength to get through these next days . God Bless
The Next Step Family EOP
October 16, 2008
Our condolences go out to the family of our good friend Megan Hartzel as she and her family face this great sorrow. Her many stories about her grandfather made us laugh. Her love for and devotion to him was evident to all who know her. Our hearts go out to you all. May you find peace and joy in the family stories that keep him in your memories.
Pauline Rossi
October 16, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Amber Summers
October 15, 2008
great grandpa i miss u with all my heart and all the good times we shared i love you
adrianne Summers
October 15, 2008
hi! great grandpa i miss you sooooooo much and i love you and you will always be in my heart and the good memories we shared i love you!
Tracy Johns
October 15, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Rodney Summers
October 15, 2008
You will be deeply missed. You are a GREAT MAN and I adore you for that. I will allways remember the good times and all the great things that I learned from you Grandpa.
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