HARPE

Gary L. Harpe, 77, passed away on Tuesday, December 02, 2014, at Owensboro Regional Health in Owensboro, Kentucky. For 32 years in Cincinnati, Ohio, Gary was an inspiring sixth grade teacher at Covedale School, where he received "Cincinnati Distinguished Teacher of the Year" award among many others. While in Cincinnati, he was one of the choreographers for the traveling Sweet Adelines , and was active with barbershop quartets, and theatrical productions. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM CST on Saturday, December 6, 2014, at St. Augustine Catholic Church, in Leopold, with burial in St. Mary's Cemetery in Derby. Visitation will be from 2:00 until 8:00 PM CST on Friday at Huber Funeral Home, 1139 12th Street, Tell City, 47586 and from 9:00 AM CST until service time on Saturday at the church. Rev. Brian Esarey will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Cemetery, Derby, Indiana, in care of Huber Funeral Home. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.huberfuneralhome.net.

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Published by The Cincinnati Enquirer on Dec. 4, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Gary HARPE

18 Entries

Ron Lee

August 14, 2015

I just learned of his passing August 14, 2015. I hope for his family the many messages written give them some relief. I was a student of his back in 1978. I was a mediocre student until meeting Mr. Harpe who challenged me to do better, and changed the way I approached school. It was a major turning point for me. God rest his soul.

Ron Lee

Kathe Champion-Sowards

December 8, 2014

Always looked forward to your visits at the tavern in Magnet (Rono' s Landing). I learned so much about Perry County's history from you-once a teacher always a teacher. I will miss you!
A former Magnet resident

Kerry

December 8, 2014

I didn't have him for a teacher, however, he was also a GREAT friend, neighbor & happy hour host. The community of Magnet will never be the same and I miss him very much. I feel so blessed to have had him for a friend and also blessed to know ALL his family.

Valerie pfanstiel

December 7, 2014

I was so blessed to have you as a teacher and friend, Gary. I know we'll see you in heaven...

December 6, 2014

I can only endorse what everyone has stated, he made a difference in our lives, I have always remembered his quotes and rules. Covedale school had the best teachers, there were many more that shaped me.
Terri Kruse Karle

Tim Hennessey

December 6, 2014

Mr. Harpe changed my life's path in the 6th grade, way back in 1965. He motivated me and was just exactly what I needed at that point. He was a blessing to me and so many other kids. If only all teachers could be like him? I'm so happy I was able to see him this last year and tell him how grateful I am.

Death be not proud for taking such a life.

John Getzendanner

December 6, 2014

When you think back to the teachers who inspired you most Gary Harpe comes to mind by everyone who ever attended Covedale. He truly was gifted with the ability to speak to and educate young minds.

Terry Puening

December 5, 2014

Gary wanted every one of his students to succeed. I can only dream that our education system had his genuine love for everyone and not a selected few. He deviated from education committees protocol that if followed would keep the class "dumbed down" (common core federal government approved education ). He "stuck his neck out" for all of us. In particular , I will remember him for the vocabulary words and good grades to encourage all and not to prejudge on a bell curve. Terry Puening

December 5, 2014

At the end of the trail of life, perhaps what matters most is what we did for others.Gary did so much! I was in Gary's sixth grade class at Covedale Elementary for the 62-63 school year and can say he inspired so many of us towards educational achievement.Thank you for a life that helped so many others! Ron Puening Centennial, Colorado

Diana Williams

December 5, 2014

I will never forget Mr Harpe. Such an talented teacher. Rest in peace.

Patricia Kaufman

December 4, 2014

Mr. Harpe changed my life in the 6th grade. He really motivated me to work hard and I've never had a better language or history teacher. I've aced so many papers due to the writing skills I learned in his class. He inspired so many of us. My sincerest condolences to his family and friends.

Joanie Lynch

December 4, 2014

What a great teacher.

Andrea Stephens Grimmelsman

December 4, 2014

Wow...so sad to hear. Mr Harp was one of my favorite teachers. He made learning interesting, and fun. He was so animated in his teachings. I just loved his class. Covedale School were the best yrs of my childhood. Rip Mr Harp...and Thank you.
Andrea Stephens

Lisa Morris Olsufka

December 4, 2014

Mr. Harpe was a teacher that I have ALWAYS remembered over the years. I had him for 6th grade in the mid 70's my sister also, the year before me. I can still hear his laugh and remember how passionate he was about teaching. Rest in peace Mr. Harpe you meant a lot to thousands of 6th graders and Im proud to have been one of them.

Glenn Curtis

December 4, 2014

"Cousin" Glenn Curtis-Posey Co. Historian.

Sandi Petrou

December 4, 2014

What an amazing teacher...he managed to reach EACH student's potential and encourage us to develop our natural talents. His passion will live on through all of us who were fortunate enough to have him at Covedale. Swift journey, Mr. Harpe. You are much loved.

December 4, 2014

Mr. Harpe was an inspiration to me, as a student, at Covedale School. He'll be missed.

Barbara Sullivan Simonds

Greg Spitler

December 4, 2014

Mr Harpe was my 6th grade teacher at Covedale school in Cincinnati in 1967 or 1968.. He was a very good teacher and treated students with utmost respect. He was admired by all the students. So sorry to hear of his passing.

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