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1944
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2021
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Harold Huckaby Obituary
Harold was born on July 11, 1944 in Greensboro, NC.
After a successful career as a chef in New York City and at the urging of his wife Cynthia, the couple relocated their young family to New Hampshire and opened The Crystal Quail restaurant in Center Barnstead. The Crystal Quail rose to national fame as one of the first farm-to-table restaurants, serving a locally-sourced and sophisticated French menu to their customers for thirty-eight years in the dining room of their home, a restored 18th century farmhouse. Harold also had a love for playing the guitar and working on his woodworking projects.
Harold is survived by his wife Cynthia, his son Basil, his daughters Solange and Eugenia, and four grandchildren.
There are no services scheduled at this time. The Still Oaks Funeral & Memorial Home is assisting the family with arrangements. To share a memory or offer a condolence please visit www.stilloaks.com
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Cynthia
June 28, 2025
Cynthia and I grew up together and shared so many things together ! I´ve been looking for her !
Cynthia Baker Alvarez
My condolences Cynthia and family
Cynthia Baker Alvarez
June 28, 2025
Although I haven´t seen Cynthia or Harold in many years , I am greatly saddened by his passing ! I sincerely hope the family is doing well and please accept my condolences, as I´ve just found out , myself ! May God be with you .
Earl Arrowood
February 8, 2025
I had the privilege of working with Chef Harold at The Old Drovers Inn in Dover Plains, NY during 1974-75 when I was a culinary student attending the Culinary Institute of America. He was very kind and patient and taught me much about classical cuisine. 50 years ago.... He made a difference in my life. Thank you Chef.
Bill and Judi Wishart
February 10, 2023
Thank you, Chef.
Manor and Jim Venetos
March 4, 2021
Our heart felt sympathies to Cynthia and her family. We first met Harold 20 years ago when my husband (then fiancée) brought me to the Crystal Quail for Valentines. We became faithful customers and through the years, good friends. We would spend many evenings at the restaurant, long after our meal was done visiting with Harold and Cynthia, trading family stories, talking politics, and receiving excellent advice from them! They got to know our children as we brought them to sample Harolds excellent cooking. Harold and Cynthia were more than restauranteurs to us and we kept in touch after they retired. We will miss Harold and his gentle humor. We will cherish memories of our visits and being serenaded by his guitar after dinner. Cynthia our thoughts and prayers are with you.
James Venetos
March 4, 2021
Wonderful 20 years of memories and became such a good friend with Cynthia I am hurt your gone
James Venetos
March 4, 2021
Wonderful 20 years of memories and became such a good friend with Cynthia I am hurt your gone
Natalie
February 22, 2021
Sorry for your loss Solange and to your family. I remember when I would visit your house as a child. Natalie Fortier
Arthur Yanoff
February 22, 2021
I am saddened to learn of Harold's death. Harold was a dear friend when my family and I were neighbors. He, as is well known ,was one of the world's great chefs. I have wonderful memories of dining in his restaurant, and stl think about the delicious roasted quail. My sympathies to Cynthia and his family.
michael deutsch
February 21, 2021
I met Harold at the dojo in Sanbornton 25 years ago. His Aikido had style and grace. He had style and grace. Will miss him.
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