Herma Marie Steves Tarbell

1921 - 2017

BORN

1921

DIED

2017

Herma Tarbell Obituary

Name: Calling hours for Herma Marie Steves Tarbell
Start: 2017-02-18T17:00:00.000Z
Location: First United Methodist Church of Union City

Herma Marie Steves Tarbell entered into eternal life on February 14, 2017 at her home in Union City, Pa., at the age of 95. She was born on July 8, 1921 on Shreve's Ridge in LeBoeuf Township, Erie County, Pa., to Paul E. and Ruth Johnson Steves. She graduated from Union City High School in 1939, where she played the violin in the school orchestra, edited the school newspaper and the yearbook, and was valedictorian. She graduated from Erie Business School in 1941. She married Neil A. Tarbell on November 27, 1941. In the early years of raising her family, she also worked as a waitress for Tarbell's Tea Room. Later she worked at Corry-Jamestown until her retirement. She also enjoyed quilting, and each of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren received a treasured quilt. She also enjoyed gardening as well as traveling. Time spent with her family was always her first priority. She was an inspiration to many who knew her. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Union City, the Nature Conservancy, and the Quilter's Society.

She is survived by her seven children: Francie Fleek (Bob) of Lawrenceville, Ga.; Raymond Tarbell (Sandy) of Alpharetta, Ga.; Jerry Tarbell (Laura) of Hampstead, Md.; Steven and Thomas Tarbell of Union City, Pa.; Kenneth Tarbell (Mary) of Harrisburg, Pa.; and Bruce Tarbell of Janesville, Wis. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Melanie Sherman (Bob) of Stone Mountain, Ga.; Brian Fleek (Kelli) of Flowery Branch, Ga.; Brian Tarbell of Alpharetta, Ga.; Kelly Tarbell Watrous of Corry, Pa.; Cris and Kyle Tarbell of Harrisburg, Pa.; and Bill Tarbell (Kim) of White Oak,Pa., as well as her great-grandchildren Bennett and Connor Sherman, Addison Antonetti, Andrew and Robby Fleek, and Lexy and Alli Watrous. She is also survived by her sister, Norma Steves Weber, as well as many nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by her husband of 61 years in 2001, her brother Howard Steves, and two of her grandchildren, Scott Tarbell and Greg Tarbell.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Robert M. Glenn Funeral Home, Inc. Calling hours will be held from 12:00 noon until the time of funeral services at 1:00 p.m., on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church of Union City, 42 East High Street, Union City, PA 16438. The family would like to express their thanks to Regional Hospice, as well as the many friends and relatives who were so kind to her during her final days. Memorial contributions can be made to the Union City First United Methodist Church.

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Published by Erie Times-News on Feb. 16, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Herma Tarbell

2 Entries

John Nason

February 16, 2017

My condolences to Aunt Herma's family, as she was a wonderful person. While I had not seen her in person in a very long time, we corresponded with each other, keeping each other up on our respective families. Herman was mom's sister-n-law, but really was her friend and more of a sister. I know they are seeing each other again now.

One of the main things that has stuck in my memory about Aunt Herma, other than producing a wonderful large family, is her ability to make someone she did not see much feel at home. We came to visit at the Tarbell house every couple years, and each time we visited, she made sure to have food we all liked. I specifically remember her making some pancakes for me and Bruce one morning which made me feel very welcome.

Another thing I remember about Aunt Herma is that she was very accepting and kind to everyone. I could always see why see and mom got along so well, as they were peas in a pod.

Last, as noted in the obituary, she loved to travel. That is how I would see her and Uncle Neil,as they would stop by Louisville on their way to/from Texas or wherever. She and Uncle Neil would take the scenic route, taking advantage of whatever came to pass. I loved hearing about their travels. Now she is with Uncle Neil, on the ultimate trip.

I will always remember Aunt Herma.

Love,thoughts and prayers,

John

Union City Alumni Association

February 16, 2017

Our Condolence to the family of Herma Tarbell; Herma was a very special lady. She was the last member of the Class of 1939 from Union City High School. We are so glad we were able to meet her a few years ago at our Homecoming Banquet.

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