Harold Alan HUBBLE

Harold Hubble, a lifelong Spokane native, passed away peacefully at the Spokane Veterans

Home on July 14, 2025, just shy of his 103rd birthday.

Born on July 28, 1922, Hal came of age during the Great Depression and dedicated himself to

serving his country in the U.S. Army during World War II. He enlisted at age 17 and quickly rose

to the rank of Staff Sergeant, serving in artillery units on the coast of California, in Peru, and

ultimately in Italy, where he fought in the North Apennines Campaign.

After the war, Hal returned home and completed his GED, determined to finish what had been

interrupted by his service.

Not long after his return, Hal met Jewell at the local ice cream soda shop near Audubon Park. He

was offered a job as an aircraft mechanic with United Airlines, but at the time, the airline's policy

only allowed for unmarried applicants. Hal chose love over his passion for planes, marrying

Jewell instead. Their marriage began a love story that anchored the rest of his long and

remarkable life-a marriage to the "Jewell" of his life.

Hal and Jewell went on to raise five children-Pam, Rick, Larry, Jeff, and Ron-in a home filled

with love, resilience, and quiet strength. By trade, Hal was an exceptional auto mechanic, sought

after by many for his unmatched skill. He could fix anything with wheels or wings. In his spare

time, he was a master builder of radio-controlled models, a passion he pursued from a young age

with precision and artistry. He was also a talented musician, playing piano and guitar in a band,

and sharing his love of music with family and friends. Hal even owned his own plane, taking to

the skies whenever he could, often flying his sons to Priest Lake on weekends to enjoy the place

he cherished most.

Perhaps nowhere was Harold more at home than at Priest Lake, a place he first fell in love with

in 1932. For decades, Hal shared the beauty of the lake with his family, spending countless

summers together at their cabin. He was especially known for the RC model float planes he built

and flew on the lake, delighting both family and friends with his skill and creativity.

Harold's legacy is one of quiet strength, deep wisdom, and unconditional love for his family. He

will be dearly missed and forever remembered by all who were fortunate enough to know him.

He is survived by his five children and their spouses, along with 12 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

A full military honors ceremony will be held at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery in

Medical Lake on September 26 at 1:00 p.m. All are welcome to join in celebrating Hal's life, as

we honor one of the last members of the generation that helped shape this great nation.

Bye for now…