Robert Harmon Sr.

1922 - 2017

Robert S. Harmon, Sr.

Robert S. Harmon, Sr. was born April 30, 1922 in San Francisco, CA and passed away February 14, 2017 in Placerville, CA at the age of 94. Bob is survived by his wife of 70 years, Betty, children Robert Harmon, Jr. and Susan Kupferman, 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Gary and granddaughter Leanna. Upon graduation from high school in 1942 he joined the U.S. Navy during WWII assigned as a machinist mate on the destroyer USS Taylor in the Pacific Region. Upon honorable discharge he returned home to San Francisco then began his automotive career, lasting until retirement. He was a private pilot, built family boats for recreation and enjoyed bird hunting. Other interests included Sons In Retirement (SIRS) of San Mateo County and volunteering at the S F Airport and Treasure Island Museums. Bob's happiest moments were being with his family, vanilla milkshakes and enjoying a good Manhattan in the evening. A private service will be held at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon, CA at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Chapel of the Pines, Placerville, CA.