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1949

DIED

2010

Sue Harshbarger Obituary

Sue Harshbarger, 61, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away from complications due to leukemia Friday, April 9, 2010.
Celebration of life: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, April 19, in the La Portita Room at Joe T. Garcia's, 2141 N. Commerce St.
Memorials: Boston Foundation for Sight, 464 Hillside Ave., Suite 205, Needham, Mass. 02494.
Sue was born March 18, 1949, in Columbus, Ohio, to Robert and Virginia Reichelderfer. She married her junior high school sweetheart, Rockie Harshbarger, and dedicated herself to raising two happy and independent children. We adored the ground she walked on; she was our rock, our best friend. Described by all who knew her as the kindest person they had ever met, she will be sorely missed.
She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Reichelderfer.
Survivors: Husband, Rockie Gene Harshbarger; daughter, Kara Harshbarger and husband, Rusty Mahmood; son, Matthew Harshbarger and wife, Maggie; mother, Virginia Reichelderfer; sisters, Bobbi MacIvor and Karen Kroeze; and granddaughters, Pippa Mahmood and Sadie Harshbarger.

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Published by Star-Telegram from Apr. 14 to Apr. 16, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Sue Harshbarger

31 Entries

Nancy Collins Sabol

August 14, 2010

Rockie, Just heard of Sue's passing.I thought of her so many times through the years.Saw you guys at the last reunion. When you two danced It was as if no time had passed since BHS.You still were so perfect together.She will be missed.My prayers are with you.

Pat Kahlig

June 2, 2010

It was in February of this year that we saw each other in Kroger and we exchanged updates on our kids. We never know when it will be the last time we see each other, and because of circumstances of my life right now, I did not learn of Sue's passing until today, when I came back to Keller for a week. Bryan, Kevin and I send our condolences to all of you during this difficult experience. May time give you peace in your life.

Sandy Davidson

May 2, 2010

Rockie, Kara and Matt,
It has been many years since we shared wonderful times together at Trinitarian Congregational Church in Norton, but I will always remember Sue's kindness, joy and warmth. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sandy Davidson

Joni and Chris Boland

April 27, 2010

Rocky,Kara,and Matt,

We are so sorry to here of Sue's passing.It seems like yesterday we all lived in Norton, Mass. I will always remember Sue's beautiful smile and her kind ways. Chris and I are so thankful we were able to see both of you after all these years.We will miss her very much. We are grateful for your friendship and the memories that we have of Sue.

Love,

Marlys Bernard (Klapprodt)

April 27, 2010

People move and times change, but Sue's beautiful smile is unforgettable. My memories go back to Texas when our children were small. Her kindness and warmth made everyone love Sue. My prayers are with you all.

April 26, 2010

Rocky and Family,

I was so sorry to hear about Suellyn's passing. I remember high school and the good times we had as Tallwood Acres teenagers. We went to Glenbriar dances,slid down Mayhood Drive on sleds in the winter, and hung out at Stone Lodge Pool. Good times. I will remember her fondly.

Carol Smith Littleton

Jim Hawkins

April 21, 2010

In 1983 Ruth, Grant, Brad, and I moved across the street from the best family God ever created. To this day memories of swimming, front yard ball games, sleep overs (Sue thought us that verbage), cookouts, and just the comfort of waves were part of our lives as the Harshbargers and Hawkins became friends. We physically moved in 1987 but our hearts never left...Sue was the anchor of that family and our friendship. Oh to hear once more that special and wonderful voice. Now in the later years of life, Ruth and I along with our kids and grandkids are reminded once again that it is not the roads we travel in life but the people we travel them with. We still love the Harshbargers so much!!!

April 20, 2010

Rockie and family--My heart goes out to you for your loss--It has been along time, but I will always remember Sue's beautiful smile. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Suzy Thompson Coburn--Columbus, Ohio

Nisha Paul

April 19, 2010

You guys became a part of our family and we love you. Many of us said that we would be lucky to have someone love us half as much as Rocky loved Sue. Just being able to watch you all showed how much love was shared in that family. I am so glad I was able to spend some time with you all during her last few days here on earth. I will miss that beautiful smile. Rocky, I am praying for you and hope you are doing okay. I wish I could have come to her celebration of life party. I will never forget Sue and all of you.

Teresa Curtis

April 19, 2010

April 19, 2010

Rocky,

My family and I knew Sue and her family from the 60's in Tallwood Acres. We had the best times growing up together. The Handley Family will always remember her as one of the "Tallwood Gang" that made growing up so much fun.

Teresa Handley Curtis

April 18, 2010

Linda Jeffries

April 18, 2010

My heart goes out to Rockie and the family. Sue and I worked for MADD and she was the most wonderful person I have ever known. Her kindness was phenomenal. She will forever be lovingly remembered.
-Linda Jeffries

D B

April 17, 2010

Mrs. Harshbarger was my substitute teacher in the 4th grade. I am 30 years old now and have not seen her in nearly 20 years. Yes, that's how memorable she was.

My sincere condolences to all who knew and loved her.

Al Harshbarger

April 17, 2010

Rocky and family I know the sadness you are dealing with as I lost my wife last year at age of 61. Much to young.
As others have said you two were the ideal couple and you have two beautiful children as a result. Sue was a special woman and you were so blessed to have had her all these years.
My heart goes out to you and your children at this difficult time.
Wishing you the best. Al.

Oscar Jones

April 16, 2010

Time passes so quickly. Was it so long ago that Sue and I were working together on the Barboursville Student Council or laughing about a Joe Avis comment in band class? At the reunions, I could always count on a warm smile from her and we would catch up on the years between them. She will be greatly missed. Take care, Rockie.

Jerry Ison

April 16, 2010

I remember her from the BHS band. Sorry to here she is gone. I really like her. I wish Rocky the best.

Chanda Dicke

April 16, 2010

Ginny, Rockie, Matt, Kara, Bobbi and Karen -- although it has been several years since I last saw SueEllen, one could never forget her kind spirit and smile. Her magnetism hit me immediately. I am so sorry for your loss (and it is a huge loss no doubt). My prayers are with all of you.

April 16, 2010

I so much remeber Sue, Rocky, and Sue's sister, Bobbi. I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. She was beautiful. Sue and Rocky were the "ideal couple" in Barboursville Jr/High School. All of your classmates loved you and will miss you. Rocky, Bobbi and the family, our prayers go out for you and may her memory and life continue to bless you. Bruce Neale

Susie Chambers

April 16, 2010

I am saddened by the news of Suellyn's passing. We were best friends in 5th grade, at Pea Ridge Elementary before I moved. She was one of the kindest and most upbeat, positive, persons I've ever had the privilege of knowing. I have such wonderful memories of our friendship! My condolences to all who were fortunate enough to know and love her!

Marsha Herbert Knox

April 16, 2010

Rockie, I am so sorry! I was so happy to see you both at the reunion, it was as if no time had passed. Sue was the warmest, beautiful person I have ever known. She will always be in my heart.

April 16, 2010

Ginney, Bobbi and Karen: Sorry to hear of the loss of your precious daughter and sister. You have my heart felt symphathy. Ginny we miss you. Jeanne Peifer

Dee Dee

April 15, 2010

Rock,Kara and Matt....my thoughts and prayers are with you. I know how much I will miss Sue so I can only imagine what you must be dealing with at this time. All of my memories of her are of a kind gentle and loving person. Rock, please stay in touch with your Barboursville friends. We all care about you. We were all blessed to have you and Sue in our lives.

Robin Lankford

April 15, 2010

Matt, please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your precious mother. You will always be a reflection of the very best in her. With sorrow and affection, Robin (Carrington) Lankford

Ruthanne and Dick Woodward

April 15, 2010

Precious Sue--we will miss her so much--our visits to Keller will never be the same--Rockie, Kara and Matt, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Emily Jansen Bibza

April 15, 2010

I remember Sue as the sweetest, coolest mom ever. She was beautiful inside and out. I am so sorry her grandchildren will not get to know her. You guys are in my prayers. Be strong.

Donna Jansen

April 14, 2010

Sue was the dearest woman. Her happy smile and dancing eyes filled me with happiness at every meeting. She was truly kind and good. We are saddened by her death and the fact that her grandchildren will not have more time to know her. Her sweet spirit will be missed. Our love to all of you, Donna & Chip Jansen

Randy Rollyson

April 14, 2010

Rockie, Kara and Matt, you are in our prayers. I will never forget her kindness when I was a kid. We love all of you.

Randy, Annette and Matt Rollyson

Stuart Kelley

April 14, 2010

I imagine you will see the word "smile" in all of her rememberences. That is what I always saw her doing - smiling. May God provide his comfort to Rockie,Kara, and Matt, and all those touched by her life.

Darlene Florence

April 14, 2010

I remember Sue's smile and encouraging words. I played handbells next to her for several years and she helped me out many a time. Sue was so easy to be around. I am so sorry to hear of her death. You all are held up in my thoughts and prayers.

Barb Wicker (The Station House)

April 14, 2010

I am so saddened to learn of Sue's passing. She was one of the most wonderful persons I have ever met in my life. No matter when I saw her, she always had her beautiful smile and kind and gentle words. I remember doing Kara's Wedding invites and putting our heads together to make it all come together after Kara had picked everything out. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. I love you Sue.

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