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1927
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2018
Robert Harman Obituary
Robert was born on April 20, 1927 to Henry and Florence Harmon in Magna, UT. He passed away with honor and dignity on the morning of June 25, 2018. Bob married the love of his life Velda L. Orr in Elko, Nevada. Bob will be remembered as a great husband, father, grandfather, sign maker and horseman. He was a hardworking man, dedicated to his family, always willing to do what was right. Bob was always full of love for family, friends, and neighbors. Bob loved to play golf with family and friends and always loved going to Wendover to play video poker. Bob and Flip Harman were the owners of 20th Century Lites and Signs in Salt Lake City for 70 years.
Bob is survived by his wife Velda; step-daughter Peggy Salazar; grandchildren, Guy (Robin), Chad (Heidi), Holley, Gabe (Sarah); 15 great-grandchildren; 1great-great grandchild; sister-in-law Lois Harmon; and many nephews and nieces. Preceded in death by his darling daughter April Gwen; step-son E. Blair Jones; parents; and 9 siblings.
A special thank you to Judy Byerly for many years of service to both Bob and Velda. In honor of Bob, we will be holding a private celebration of life - date and time to come.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Harman
Joe and Deborah Wiseman
July 7, 2018
Our Deepest sympathies to Velda and the Hartman family
July 7, 2018
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of the love of your life. Remembering your great love story today and always.
Erick Trent
July 4, 2018
I worked for Bob for 10yrs 1999-2010 . Bob was a great boss and always honest , he will be greatly missed.
Erick & Jodi Trent
Judy Carney-McCarthy
July 1, 2018
Heartfelt condolences to Velda & the Harman family. I believe Bob & Gwyn are having a joyous, long awaited reunion. ❤
Mandi Konishi Knaras
June 30, 2018
So sad to hear of Bob passing away. He was always so kind and helpful with myself and my grandmother. Hope this finds Velda well.
Randy Latham
June 30, 2018
Sad to hear of Bob's passing. He and my dad Ron Latham were very close, as hunting partners & golfers. I know Dad counted him as one of his best friends. Prayers to you all.
June 29, 2018
So sorry for the loss of dear Robert. May GOD comfort his Family and heal your broken hearts. Ps. 147:3.
C.P.,La.
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