Robert B. Harnish

Robert B. Harnish, 90, of Wellsboro, passed away Saturday August 30, 2025, at his residence. He was born February 17, 1935, in Coatesville, PA, to George M. and Gladys B. (Detterline) Harnish. Robert worked as a Yard Master for Conrail. On May 11, 1985, he married Beverly Yohe.
Robert attended the Coolidge Hollow Community Church, served in the National Guard, was a member and Past Master of Keystone Lodge 569 Brandywine Goddard Masonic Lodge, an avid reader, an accomplished cross stitcher and loved caring for his Black Labs.
He is survived by a step-son: Michael Hall (Antoinette) of Blossburg; three step-daughters: Judith Post (Kenneth) of Ocala, FL, Susan Naylor (Richard) of Mansfield, and Laura Chase of Blossburg; eight step-grandchildren; nine step-great-grandchildren; and a step-son-in-law: William B. Wilson of Covington. Robert was preceded in death by his wife, parents, a sister: Barbara Christie, a brother: George William "Bill" Harnish, and a step-daughter: Deborah Wilson.
Robert's family has entrusted his arrangements to the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home 139 Main Street Wellsboro, PA 16901, and there will be a private graveside service at a later date. Memorials in his memory may be made to the Green Free Library 134 Main Street Wellsboro, PA 16901, or to the Second Chance Animal Sanctuary 725 Gee Road Tioga, PA 16946. To share a memory or condolence with his family visit www.tusseymosher.com.