Herbert Colker
1920 - 2016
Herbert Colker
1920 - 2016
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BORN
1920
DIED
2016
Herbert Colker Obituary
HERBERT COLKER, husband of the late Betty Galpin Colker and father of Larry, Steven, David, and Deborah Colker, passed away on Monday, July 4, 2016, at his home. He was 95. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on October 3, 1920, Mr. Colker moved to Huntington in 1946, after serving in the Army during World War II, in order to join his brother, Joseph, in business at West Virginia Electric Supply Company. Herb was an avid tennis player and golfer who looked for ways to contribute to the Huntington community. Whether it was Rotary, the Salvation Army, St. Mary's Hospitality House, the Boy Scouts, or B'nai Shalom Temple, Herb was often in the thick of things, trying to lend a hand and make things better. He and Betty, who enjoyed going to the opera together all their lives, celebrated their 73rd anniversary last August. Herb was a kind-hearted, optimistic man who never met a stranger, and he will be missed. Funeral services will be held at B'nai Shalom Temple (10th Ave. and 10th St.) on Sunday, July 10, at 1 p.m., to be followed by a graveside service and then a reception back at the Temple. All who knew and loved Herb and Betty are welcome. The family is requesting that all donations be made to the Huntington Salvation Army.
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Charles Harper
July 12, 2016
Anyone who knew Herb knew a true gentleman. I was fortunate to know Herb. He will be missed.
Shawn Walker
July 10, 2016
Oh Dear Colker Family ,all of you changed my life .
Steve and I were good friends during our teenage years and Mr. Hooverous always hollered at me for using too much ketsup . I really loved that hooverous grill ! but the family structure was so full of love . I didn't have a good family and that is why I looked up to all of you . thank you for allowing me to lean on your standards.
I think of your family always .
shawn walker
new Smyrna beach florida
[email protected]
July 10, 2016
Bill Johnson: I believe in the Herb Colker philosophy. He passed from this earth on July 4, 2016 at age of 96. Herb's truism: If your golf ball is in the rough get it back in the fairway; if you can't find your golf ball, go back 20 yards; and finally never miss a chance to pee.
So as my number one salesman always said when asked to present his short and long term plans, "I'm going to show up everyday and do the best I can."
Works for me!!
Nora Johnson Herb and Betty were our heroes. I can't think of anybody who made more of and with their lives than these two. They lived and loved every minute to the fullest and couldn't live long without each other.
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Robert Klein
July 10, 2016
Though I have lived away from Huntington for many years I remember Herb well and all the Colker family. My sympathy at the loss.
Richard Kuntz
July 9, 2016
My parents, sister and I knew Herb and his children well, and I extend my sympathies to my Marshall Lab classmate and tennis teammate Steve and my Evanston neighbor David.
Robin Smith-Hutton
July 9, 2016
Prayers of comfort go out for the children of Herb & Betty - especially for my childhood friend & classmate (Marshall Lab / Huntington High) for 12 years - Deborah. May your hearts be healed from he pain from the loss of both of your parents in such a very short time - 3 months. Memories of Betty, so well dressed and smiling. Memories of Herb - gracious and giving --- always smiling, too! Blessings - Robin Smith Hutton
Ina and dennis hammel
July 9, 2016
A truly wonderful man, herb Colker has passed..his memory lives forever in our hearts.a mentor, a teacher.a man involved in the well being of others. And a pillar in B,nai Shalom congregation.
May he always be remembered.
Ina and dennis hammel
Bob and Sue Nechin
July 9, 2016
Sue and I are terribly saddened by Herb's death and miss him and Betty. We "inherited"their friendship from my parents, and they always cared about us, traveling to be part of our family's simchas. We were so happy that they made a point of visiting us when they were in Israel. They were good and kind and optimistic people. May their memories be a source of happiness and strength to their family.
Debbie Hite
July 8, 2016
So terribly saddened. I loved The Colker's and was so grateful and honored that they traveled for simchas and attended my son and daughter in laws wedding in Florida in 2010
Much love
Ron and Debbie Hite
Matt Nechin
July 8, 2016
Herb and Betty were among my favorite people from our family's time in Huntington. It was a privilege to have known them.
Jo Gottlieb
July 8, 2016
Herb and Betty were wonderful people and great friends with my parents. They will both be missed by many. Deepest sympathies.
Jo Dee Gottlieb
Anne Mendelson Steigerwald
July 8, 2016
My condolences to the Colker family. I will fondly remember Herb & Betty as being eternally young and upbeat. What a treasure to their community and to their loved ones.
Martha Woodward
July 8, 2016
David and I send sympathy to you. However, if ever lives were well lived it was those of Herb and Betty. We will miss them but they deserve their rest together. So sorry that we can't be there to tell you in person
July 8, 2016
On behalf of the Wiles family, I offer my heartfelt condolences to the Colker family. What a blessing to have had him in your lives and you in his. With prayers for as many comforting angels as needed.
Joe Wiles, Dayton, OH and Huntington, WV
Bill and Nora Johnson
July 7, 2016
Herb and Betty led lives that were a shining example of what is good and right with our world. We are forever in their debt, which is exactly what they wouldn't want...but we love you both and miss you and will always remember you.
David Tate
July 7, 2016
Sending Deepest sympathy and condolences to all of Herb and Betty Colker's family,friends,and loved ones.
The world is lessened by their passing ,but forever brightened by their memory.
A true example of living each day with love and kindness. Thankful for everything learned, about living a life of service and so much more,from Herb. I will always cherish every Minyan, Holiday,and times spent with them at B'nai Shalom.
I'm truly sorry I don't have better words to fully describe just how much they will be remembered,loved,and missed.
Tori Wucher
July 7, 2016
Herb was one of a kind - a special, kind, man who DID something when and wherever he saw a need. I am so sorry I can't be at the funeral, but as Herb said many times "with one tuchas, you can't be in two places". Rabbi David will represent our family.
Herb and Betty Colker with Rabbi Durin at B'nai Shalom.
David
July 7, 2016
Angela Harrison
July 7, 2016
I am really saddened to hear of Herb's death .He was a remarkable man. His compassion and generosity was unfailing. It was an honor to have known and worked with him. May he rest in peace.
Gail Feinberg
July 7, 2016
Blessings and condolences to the family. Herb always made us (myself, my husband and both of our children) smile, and was especially loved by our youngest daughter, Kimberly.
Gail Feinberg
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