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Richard Harb Obituary
Knoxville, TN
Dr. Richard Hilmey Harb passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 9th, 2019. He was born in Knoxville Tennessee on August 11, 1936. He was preceded in death by his parents, A S Harb and Bahia Harb; sister Georgia and brother in law Charles Howell, III. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Dannell; sons Richard, Jr (Kelly), Scott (Jacynta) and Greg (Stacy); Grandchildren: Richard, III (Amanda), Annie (Tommy), Jacob, Hannah, Sarah, Ethan and Sydney; Great Grandchildren: Addison, Richard, IV and Harper; Sisters; Julie Howell and Harriet Cabage (Ralph) and several nephews and a niece; in-laws, DJ, Darrell, Terry and Julie.
He graduated from Sewanee University and the University of Tennessee Dental School. He served in the Army for 2 1/2 years and was honorably discharged with the rank of Captain. Upon returning to Knoxville he practiced dentistry for 45 years on Alcoa Highway.
In lieu of flowers the family request donations to the charity of your choice. The family will receive friends Tuesday, March 12, 5-7 PM at Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel. The Funeral Service will be Wednesday at 3:30 at Rose Mann. Internment is private.
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Harriett Hull
August 20, 2019
MRS Harb. I am very sorry, of the passing, of Mr Harb You and your family, are in my prayers always you help me and my family, and I have never forgot that. You Mrs.Harb,is the Best, I am Haaiett Eldora daughter, tell, you 3 Son,that I said Hello I LOVE YOU.
Dan L.
April 28, 2019
Why are we here? Because of the love of friends like Dickie...Thank you Dickie....
Bradley Seely
March 15, 2019
My condolences to the Harb family, especially Greg and Stacy, prayers!
Jen D
March 14, 2019
God bless you all during this difficult time. A true friend to many Dickey was.
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March 14, 2019
Richard, Scott, and Greg,
I was very sorry to learn the news of the loss of your father. I ran into Dr. Harb periodically in Knoxville restaurants, and he was always kind, engaging, funny, and friendly. He was a fine gentleman, and he will be always be remembered fondly.
May God bless and comfort your family.
With deepest sympathy,
Carl Koella III
March 13, 2019
Dannell, I am so very sorry for your loss. May God bless you & keep you during this difficult time. Know you will continue to be in my thoughts & prayers.
Much love, Janice Stamps
March 12, 2019
We have known Richard for some fifty years, not only as our excellent dentist, but as a friend. He was a good and fine man and we are saddened at losing him. We send condolences to his family.
Jim and Eve Falen
Rick K
March 12, 2019
What a mighty-fine man. He helped me in so many ways so many times. Rest in peace Dickey.
March 12, 2019
Richard,
It hurts to lose your dad. You will miss him.
May God provide comfort to you and your family in your time of grief.
Fred Lewis
March 12, 2019
I knew and loved "Dickie" for many years. His presence and the things he had to say often made me laugh and always brightened my day. He will be greatly missed by his extended "family" of friends. Much love from Carol Z.
Michelle Poore Flatt
March 12, 2019
I have many fond memories of Dr Harb (and a few not-so-fond as my teeth were being drilled upon - LOL). He was a precious man and I have beautiful teeth because of him. Praying for peace and comfort during this time.
The Clarks (Sam, Jannice, Lindsey)
March 12, 2019
We were patients of Dr. Harb's for several years and have many humorous stories about our visits with him! He always made a trip to the dentist entertaining. We first met Dr. Harb when our daughter needed extensive reconstructive dental surgery. In fact, when we asked the maxillofacial surgeon who he would recommend to do the work, he said he'd go to Dr. Harb. After Dr. Harb finished his wonderful work on her, she had to visit an orthodontist. While in the waiting room, the orthodontist came out and asked us who did her dental work. We told him and he said it's the best work I've ever seen and I'm calling him because I need some work done! When colleagues are so impressed, it says everything about Dr. Harb's dental artistry! He was always comfortable to be around, easy to talk to, and passionate about providing the best care possible. We will miss him. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and are so fortunate to have had him in our lives.
Tammy Graham
March 12, 2019
Praying for God to give each one of you comfort and peace that only He can provide.
David Waite
March 12, 2019
Memory eternal, blessed and beloved friend and teacher.
Otis Peterson
March 11, 2019
Miss you Dickie,
I'll be a good boy.
Otis
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