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Rockhill - Richard S. Harbison, age 74, of Rockhill New York, died Saturday, March 28, 2015 at Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan, NY. Richard was born December 24, 1940 in Pittsburgh, PA. He is the son of the late Lawrence and the late Irene (McCarthy) Harbison.
Richard served in the United States Marine Corps from 1958 to 1961. Richard was a graduate from Freeport High School in 1958, a Graduate of Penn Technical Institute in 1962 and a Graduate of Marist College with a degree in Physics in 1972. He was employed by IBM East Fishkill as an Engineer. Richard also worked at Carnegie Inst. in Saxonburg PA, International Sematech in Austin Texas and Hudson Valley Tech Center in Newburgh New York.
Richard was a member of Whortlekill Rod and Gun Club, he loved hunting, fishing and coin collecting.
He is survived by daughter and son In-law, Laurie and Chris Scaringe of Wappingers Falls, NY; daughter and son In-law, Sandy and Rob Spero of Poughkeepsie, NY; grandchildren, Christopher, Sofia and Juliana Scaringe, Michael and Jake Spero. and his loving former wife of over 37 years Lynne Harbison of Wappingers Falls, NY. Richard was predeceased by his brother Gerald E. Harbison and his sister Katherine E. Langley.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 am on Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at St. Columba Church, Route 82, Hopewell Junction, NY. Burial will be Private and at a later date.
Funeral arrangements were handled by the Timothy P. Doyle Funeral Home 371 Hooker Ave. Poughkeepsie, New York 12603
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John Galie
April 4, 2015
My condolences to you and your families. Your father was a dear friend, advisor, and mentor to me. I will truly miss him and our annual breakfast meeting prior to opening day. May he rest in peace.
Anthony Nardone III
April 4, 2015
Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Always remember the good times with him. Love Tony and wife Amy
Linda (Phillips) Pasco
April 1, 2015
Laurie and Sandy I'm sending my condolences on the passing of your father and hoping that you will find comfort in special memories you shared with him.
April 1, 2015
Laurie and Family, our deepest sympathy in this very difficult time, keeping you in our prayers and thoughts. JoAnne B, Cindy, Tom, Brianna, Kyle and Jake v
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Roger Karcher
April 1, 2015
Sandy and Laurie,
My sincere condolences on Rich's passing. Our conversations and the monthly "lunch crew" meetings were great. He will be missed and remembered by all.
Rick Phillips
March 31, 2015
I will very much miss Mr. Harbison..as I will always consider him . My thoughts and prayers go out to Laurie n Sandy....I will never forget spending Xmas eve's with your family...To the past!
Diane Nameth
March 31, 2015
So sorry, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
March 31, 2015
Sandy and Laurie,
I was sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I worked with him at IBM and very much enjoyed his sense of humor and dedication. I will always fondly remember him.
Rich Levine
tommy phillips
March 31, 2015
Girls I am so sorry for your lost. I had not seen your dad in many years but I often think of him. My son is an avid hunter and reminds of the many memmories I have of your dad and your family. I still every christmas remember some of my best christmas eves were spent at your house. I wish there was something I could say to ease your pain, just remember the good times.
Sharon Campbell
March 31, 2015
Laurie and Sandy, I want to offer my condolences to both of you on the loss of your Father. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
March 31, 2015
I was very saddened to read of Rich's passing. I worked with him for many years and I know he will be missed by myself and anyone who knew him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this difficult time. RIP, my friend !!!
Eileen (Phillips) Cochran
March 31, 2015
Lynne, Laurie, Sandy and family My sincere sympathy on your loss
Dianne Denton
March 31, 2015
Condolences to the family. Rich was a great friend, so outgoing and full of life. He loved you girls very much and talked about you and the grandchildren all the time. He will be missed.
March 31, 2015
Laurie & Sandy, I was so sad to hear of your Dad's passing. I know how much he loved you both and how much you will miss him. We were good friends and I will surely miss him too.
Ron Campbell
Eileen (Phillips) Cochran
March 31, 2015
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing Lairie and Sandy He was a great friend and will be missed by many Sincere sympathy to your Mom too
The Godfather at West Point 8-22-14
Glenn Marchi
March 31, 2015
Lance Corporal (LCpl) Richard S. Harbison was a true Patriot, Soldier and great American who will be dearly missed.
We will miss his joy, laughter and love of life.
You are in our prayers for God's healing touch of peace, understanding and comfort.
Love, Glenn, Lynn, Justin, Luke, Serena and Sadie Marchi
March 31, 2015
Laurie, Sandy and Lynne
We are shocked and sadden to see this obit. Are thoughts are with you all.
Shirley and Ted Taylor
Southport,NC
Theresa Rosencrans
March 31, 2015
Dear Laura and Sandy
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Hold on to and cherish the good memories, he will always be with you.
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