Bernard Stanley Herbage

BERNARD STANLEY HERBAGE, passed away suddenly Monday morning, August 1, 2005. Bernie was born August 12, 1925 in Berea, Ohio, grew up in Chardon, Ohio and was a resident of Houston since 1968. He served in the Army Air Corp as a pilot and 2nd Lieutenant in World War II. A graduate of Bradley University, he was a respected professional engineer. Bernie earned an international reputation in steam turbine bearing design. He joined Allis-Chalmers in August, 1954 and later was with Waukesha Bearing. After moving to Houston, he founded Centritech Corporation in 1971 which he ran for many years. Mr. Herbage was a long-time board member of the Texas A & M Turbo-Machinery Symposium and a sought after speaker. At the time of his death, he was associated with Turbo Components Engineering of Houston. He was proud of his Polish heritage. Bernie will be remembered for his work ethic, his vegetable gardens and his joy of cooking. He loved collecting and restoring classic cars. Survivors include his wife, Ann Howle Herbage; his children: sons, Jim Herbage of Houston, Jerry Herbage and wife, Penny of Milwaukee; daughters, Kathy Herbage of Milwaukee; and Chris Beasley and husband, Larry of Austin. His grandchildren are Spring and Adam Herbage of Wisconsin, Matt Herbage of Seattle and Elizabeth Granberry and husband, Jordan of San Diego. Mr. Herbage was preceded in death by his sister, Peg Evans of Chardon, Ohio. A memorial service will be held 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 4, 2005 at Heights Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be directed to The Bernard S. Herbage Scholarship Fund, c/o Delphian Scholarship Foundation Fund, 6720 Sands Point, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77074-3744