passed away in the early evening of Monday, June 23rd, at St. Paul Health Center in Denver, following a brief illness. Harvey was born in Seattle, Washington, to Harvey Herbert Hiber, Sr. and Rivera Abel Hiber. At the age of 12, he moved with his family from Carbonado, Washington, to the small town of Eska, Alaska (now called Sutton). He graduated from Stanford University in 1955.He joined the Navy and was one of the first "frogmen" (now called SEALS) to graduate. He went on to become an Underwater Demolition Team (UDT) instructor for several years. While serving in the Naval Reserves, he pursued his law career and graduated from University of San Diego. He was a partner in a large law firm in downtown San Diego for over 25 years before going on to become a judge.Harvey was very active in the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) program in San Diego. After retiring from the judgeship 13 years ago, he moved to Denver, CO. He continued with his AA involvement and became an exemplary role model, helping many young men in despair change their lives for the better. He will be so missed by so many!He loved to read, especially books about World War II, SEALS/special operations, veterans and war survivors. He loved listening to music - classical and Scottish bagpipes were two of his favorite types of music.He is survived by his three daughters, Sarah Allyson, Cathy Nevins, and Cindy Stillwell, and eight grandchildren: Bayli, Erika, Kelsey, Patrick, Kristy, Tanner, Kirstyn, and Bryn.The family would like to thank all of the many friends who offered such incredible support to Harvey during his final two months as they spent countless hours by his side. These friends also provided support and strength to the rest of the family members in ways they will never be able to fully express.The family would also like to thank the St. Paul Health Center and Optum Palliative and Hospice Care for the genuine care and compassion they bestowed upon Harvey in the final two weeks of his life. A memorial service will be held in mid October in Denver, CO.
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It's been three years since you passed. I miss you, Grampy, and think of you often. I hope you are doing well and are looking down on us with a smile on your face. I love you, Kelsey.
June 23, 2017
Dearest Papa,
It is SO hard to believe it was one year ago today that you died - left our earth to be with your Heavenly Father! I SO MISS YOU! Today is hard ... it brings back the memories around your death & the last few weeks of your life. I have regrets that I wasn't more proactive with you, grilling you more on your physical/medical issues. I can only trust that it was, in fact, your time to leave us. I miss you more than I ever thought I would ... again, hearing your caring voice, getting a huge "bear" hug, listening to you laugh ... I honestly don't think time will heal all of the pain I feel at times. I have to focus on the good times & not the painful memories of your disease ... we had such a great time going down to visit Bayli in April, 2011 (or was it 2012?) - I will always cherish our time walking around Durango and the 6-hr. drive time each way, getting to share so much. Thank you so much for your willingness to change & be real. It is truly commendable that even in your later years you wanted to be as transparent & whole as you possibly could. I LOVE YOU SO, SO MUCH and look forward to one day being reunited with you! Lovingly, Fluffy!!
June 23, 2015
Happy Father's Day Dad! I screwed up last Sunday & sent you a Father's Day wish because last year, Father's Day was on June 15th ... So, I thought it was on the 14th this year. Anyway, I miss you so much & today brings back all the memories of last year on Father's Day. For me, it was a tough day ... I said my Good-Byes while rubbing your feet, talking to you about how hard it was for me to let go of you, "allowing" you to die, & then kissing your forehead. You were not really coherent but I know at some level you were wishing me Good-Bye too. It still is hard to grasp that your death happened so fast. I told Kelsey today that I wish I had known how fast you were deteriorating because I would have come to visit 2-3 months before I actually came out and I would have made sure to get the medical attention you needed. I think about you everyday & I Love You with all of my heart, Your daughter, Cathy/Fluffy :)
June 21, 2015
Dear Dad/Papa,
It's me again, your daughter Cathy, Fliffel Fluffer! It's been exactly one year ago, today, since I last saw you. We celebrated Father's Day together by sharing a yummy meal. Kelsey, you, me, David Minty, Jim Burg - AKA Burgie/Argo 2, & 2 other people, were there. You were definitely "out of it" & couldn't eat the excellent filet mignon, asparagus, mashed potatoes, & homemade rolls. It was hard to see because you were always such a "foodie" and would eat anything at anytime - just not that day or the days surrounding that day. You would have LOVED the meal!! I can't believe how fast the year went by. Everytime I think of you on that day, it feels like someone socked me in the stomach. It is still SO surreal that you are gone. I Love You so very much and miss you more than any words can ever express. I miss your big bear hugs & your voice in the morning on my way to work ... I am trusting that you are having a great time, laughing a lot, eating good food, and loving life. Until I write you again, please always know you are a daily part of my life... I Love You TONS!!! XXOO!
June 15, 2015
Dear Papa,
Happy Father's Day!! This is the first Father's Day since you died. My memories of you will last forever. I think about you all the time and miss you so, so much! I trust that you are happier than ever and experiencing incredible peace. I Love You very much, "Fluffy"
June 14, 2015
Dear Dad,
It was a year ago on Tuesday, 2 days ago, that I said good-bye to you for the last time. I miss you SO much and my heart hurts when I think of you and can't see you, talk to you, or hug you. I love you SO much and I trust you are in a better place with lots of joy and happiness and contentment, and ultimate serenity. I hope you remember me when we see each other again. Just so you know, I'm still waiting for a sign that ALL is well. Miss you Dad. And yes, I am taking care of me to the best of my ability :)
Forever your daughter, Cindy
June 11, 2015
I just googled Harvey's name to see what he's up to -- I'm so saddened to hear of his passing, although he's no doubt cracking lots of jokes in Heaven. He was a great boss, and an even greater friend. Miss you Harvey!
Stormy (Wetther) Keyes
June 10, 2015
It was so nice to meet Harvey's daughters and Family last weekend at the Den. I am so inspired by Harvey and all of You. No one can take away your sadness, but may you take comfort in the number of people who wish they could.
Dan H
October 22, 2014
Rest in peace, Harvey. Harvey was a regular customer with us at Talking Books Plus since 2002. He was such a nice man and always cheerful, he will be missed. We are sad to hear of his passing and want to send his family our heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
Don & Ceres Huck
August 7, 2014
Addendum: We wanted Dad's obituary to include his birthdate in order to be complete. He was born on January 11, 1934 and lived a full 80+ years, passing on to his next life on June 23, 2014.
Cindy Stillwell
August 5, 2014
Harv - Missing your warmth, humor and kindness. Deepest sympathy to your daughters and family for their loss.
Mike Boyle
August 4, 2014
Dear Dad,
I think of you often every day and feel such an emptiness in my days, not getting to call you or hear your sweet messages on my voice mail. I'm hoping that ALL is well with your soul and that you are beyond happy and peaceful and loved LIKE NEVER BEFORE. I miss you so much, more than I ever would have thought or imagined I could. I miss your smiles and positive attitude. I am so glad for you that you are in the best place possible, but it doesn't always help the pain and loss that I experience at times. I hope you know how much I loved you and how special you were to me. I am so grateful to have had so many meaningful times with you in the past 12 years while you were in Denver and I was in Steamboat. And I am really happy that I finally went to The Den with you last 4th of July for the annual picnic and met so many of your great friends and buddies. I would have felt awful in retrospect had I not done that. I love you so much and miss you more than ever!
Love you Dad,
Cindy
Cindy Stillwell
August 1, 2014
Harv Boy. The Peace be with you. Thanks for being a great friend since we were 18. You are greatly missed by many
Till we meet again
Fos Boy
foster bumpus
July 28, 2014
Harvey was a great mentor and leader through our NACM affiliation. I miss seeing him every month and hearing his great stories! It was truly an honor and a blessing to know him. I just wish I would have had a chance to say goodbye. My sincere condolences to his family. He talked about you all a lot! Until we meet again, my friend! Terry Hollaway
July 23, 2014
Dear Papa,
I miss you so much! I miss our phone calls on my way to work in the mornings. I miss you "checking up" on me! I didn't realize how painful your death would be. I never thought you would be gone from us so soon. I hope you are loving heaven and that you truly are happier there than on this earth. I also hope that you are experiencing the peace that God talks about, "the peace which surpasses all understanding". I Love You SO Much and hope the pain gets less for us as time goes by. Lovingly, your daughter Cathy
Cathy Nevins
July 20, 2014
I only have known you for a short time, but I am honored and blessed for the time I did get to have to know you. Thank you for your service and I know you are smiling down on all of us. God bless you and your family.
Jennifer Lustig
July 17, 2014
You were my dear friend for so many years. I know that you are in heaven and must feel so overjoyed as you have now met our Heavenly Father face to face. When we meet again, I will be sure to wear my sunglasses so that I might get a glimpse of you behind your blinding angelic light. God bless you my friend!
Carrie Cooper
July 17, 2014
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