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Harry Eastman Obituary
Eastman - Passed away Saturday November 2 at the age of 93. Harry was born in Bennington, VT on March 21, 1926. He was the Son of Rose Squires and Walter Eastman. He enlisted in WWII in 1943 where he was an Automotive Mechanic/ Electrician. He was assigned to Oberpfaffenhefen air station in Germany where he served under General Patton. He filled in as a belly gunner on the B24 Liberator where they bombed Iwo Jima in 1945. Harry holds the Metal of Rifle, good conduct, gunnery and flight wings. A true American Hero.
Harry Married Lorraine Noble Eastman in 1957. He Owned and Operated his Automotive repair garage for many years. He worked with The Bennington Boys Program and trained area youth to repair cars. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion, VFW and the Elks. He was an Avid Dale Earnhardt fan, enjoyed riding his bicycle, dancing and enjoyed life to its fullest. He retired in 1985 and moved to Dunedin, FL.
He leaves behind 2 daughters, Michelle (Eric) Ballard of Dunedin, Fl and Sandy Aparicio of Las Vegas, NV. 4 Grandsons, Britton (Rachael) Ballard and Quade Ballard of Orlando, FL, Joshua Ballard of Cedar Rapids, IA. And Christopher Hayder of Las Vegas, NV. He has 4 great grandsons.
He was a great man and loved by all!
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Donald Conley Sr.
May 21, 2023
I am so sorry Sandy +Michelle... Harry was legend in auto repair + towing in Bennington...R.I.P. Harry
James Brett
November 19, 2019
Harry. Thanks for taking the time to talk with me. I loved your take on life. Thanks for being one of my heroes. Rest in Peace, you've earned it!
Michelle Ballard
November 10, 2019
Thank you all for the kind words, it warm my heart.
Sincerely
Michelle
Susan Smith Bourget
November 8, 2019
My dad, Larry Smith, thought so highly of Harry, and always brought his car to him for repairs. They shared many chuckles over the years. Harry was one of the special people in Bennington as well as being a part of the greatest generation that we owe so much to. Sincerest condolences.
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Dale Carbone
November 8, 2019
Harry you will always be at the Legion right there at the bar even if we can't see you. Your a legend and a hero to all of us that knew you. My condolences to your family.. Rest in Peace Harry.
Beverly DeFord
November 8, 2019
RIP Harry. You will be missed by many.
Tim Cumm
November 7, 2019
Sandy and Michelle and families. I just wanted to say that I will always remember Harry and the times we had together. I know that he will be missed by a lot of others but most of all by you. Again My deepest sympathies. He was a hell of a man.
Greg Perrott
November 7, 2019
You were one of our own, one of Bennington's Best. And you will be missed very much. Thank you very much for your military service and for being a great guy. God bless and Godspeed Harry!
Jamie Moore
November 7, 2019
Sandy and Michelle, so sorry for this. Your dad was a good man with a warm heart. Nothing but good memories for all. Thoughts and prayers for both of you!
Sue Morrissey
November 7, 2019
So very sorry for your loss. Harry was a true superhero. May he rest in peace now.
Kay K
November 7, 2019
I didn't know Harry personally, other than for several years he has been a pillar of our neighborhood. Won't be the same without him pedalling his tricycle around. Rest well Harry.
November 7, 2019
Mr Eastman was the best car fixer ever. He cringed every time I pulled in with my Toyota. My father Richard and Harry were good friends.Our Condolences to Sandy and Michelle. He loved his girls and was a great dad.Rest in peace.
Betty and Karen Orsini Perrott
Raymond Therrien
November 7, 2019
Bennington has lost a legend. RIP Harry
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