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Jeffrey Harbin Obituary
Jeff was a 1973 graduate of Van Horn High School, then attended UMKC for his undergraduate and CMSU for his master's degree. Jeff worked for the Gladstone Parks & Recreation Dept. and the KCMO Parks & Recreation Dept. before moving on to programming working for EDS and eventually HP. When Jeff retired from HP he began choosing work he truly loved. Jeff substituted for the Olathe School District teaching middle school students and working part-time at the Principle Foundation.
Jeff was an avid golfer and tennis player. Besides attending the grandkids sporting activities and dance recitals, Jeff would be playing golf or tennis at any chance.
Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Norma (Trout)Harbin.
Jeff is survived by his wife of 49 years, Yvette, two daughters, Natalie (Andrew) Donovan, Amy (Tyler) Lauterbach, and his pride and joy, four grandchildren, Greyson and Emery Donovan, Madisyn and Avery Lauterbach, and grand pup Whitley. Jeff is also survived by one brother, Don (Ann) Harbin along with nieces and nephews.
In memory of Jeff, memorial contributions may be made to:
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Joann Christian
September 12, 2023
Jeff was an awesome friend & a very nice tennis player. Always smiling, even when he aced you with his excellent serve! Jeff loved to play tennis & watch it-- especially at the WS OPen with Dan Moon. He and Dan would drive to Cincinnati all in one day, then put on their back packs & watch all the matches they could every day. Jeff also loved the kids at the Olathe high schools where he substitute taught economics & social studies? Jeff was respected & loved by all. He will be sorely missed. Our condolences to his family.
Denny Limbach
September 8, 2023
Yvette and family,
So sorry to hear about Jeff. He was a great person and I really enjoyed working with him. Praying for your family that you find peace and comfort. Sorry I won't be able to attend the service, I will be out of town. Take care.
Connie Kucenic
September 7, 2023
Yvette, Natalie, Amy and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Jeff was an incredible man. Truly, he was salt of the earth. He was such a beautiful soul.
His heart was pure gold, and his words always supported his strong values and convictions. He has a special place in his new home with our Heavenly Father.
God bless you all. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. It is always hardest for those of us left behind. May your memories, though, along with the knowledge that you will see him again one day, keep you strong and steadfast.
Bob Harbin
September 7, 2023
Uncle Jeff will be dearly missed. I have many great memories of Jeff; he always seemed to be the life of the party with his sense of humor, kindness, and talent for connecting with everyone. Our family canoe/camping trips really stand out in my mind when I think of the good times we've shared. I treasure the memories I have of our families laughing together, having water gun fights, and in general just having fun floating on Jack's Fork, Meramec, or Current River. Watching Jeff play with Greyson, Emery, Madisyn, and Avery definitely brought me back to those days and make me think that he must have been a fantastic teacher - he was always so good with kids.
Jeff was a great uncle, a great person, and I will truly miss him.
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