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ROBERT HARPER Robert Harper, 89, passed away on February 11, 2015 at Port St. Lucie Medical Hospital. Bob was born in Binghamton, NY on April 27, 1925. He was predeceased by his wife Florence, sisters Ruth Lasky and Dorothy Eaton, brother Ken Harper, and niece Cynthia Chaplin. He is survived by his son Steve Harper (Stephanie) of Washington, grandson Jason Harper (Jill) of NC, granddaughter Kim Harper of California, sister-in-law Gail Lopresti (Ken) of NY, niece Susan Barvinchak (Corky) of CO, nephews Charles Eaton of NY, Ron Lasky (Karen) of MA, Robert Harper (Amy) of NC, and Jim Harper (Sharon) of MA, and Bette Richardson, his beloved end of life partner in FL. Bob owned Harper's Service Station in Hillcrest, NY for over 34 years. He enjoyed boating and water skiing on Owasco Lake, NY and snow skiing at Greek Peak, NY and Keystone, CO. Bob was a "people" person, always helping others everywhere he went. He will be deeply missed. A celebration of life will be held on Monday, April 27th in Port St. Lucie, FL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to bethematch.org in Bob Howell's name, he is a beloved son-in-law fighting leukemia. Visit Bob's online memorial website at memorialwebsites.legacy.com.
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Dave and Linda Myers Cicak
March 22, 2015
Steve, sorry to hear of your Dads passing. He always had a smile for me over the years and We have fond memories provided by his and your Moms generosity way back in the 60's
Richard & Amy Van De Mark
March 15, 2015
Steve & Family,
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you in this time of sorrow. Amy & I will always remember the wonderful times we spent together with Bob & Florence on Owasco Lake. We will love & miss him always.
Tom and barb Jones
March 7, 2015
Bob, was a great friend and a great neighbor.
Fran & Ann Meddleton
February 27, 2015
Our sympathy to Bob's family. Bob and I go back a long time. I worked part-time at his station in Hillcrest for many years. He was a good man and may he rest in peace.
Robin Yetter/Slack
February 24, 2015
I knew Bob when I was a child growing up on the corner across the street from his garage ! Always went there for our soda pop and Bob was so friendly and nice to all of the kids in the neighborhood.. I have good memories of Hillcrest and those wonderful years. GOD BLESS and RIP Mr. Harper...
February 24, 2015
We were sorry to read about bob passing on. I knew him my whole life. We went to his service station, and lived in Hillcrest near them. We now live in Port Saint Lucie, Florida and have run into bob here a few times over the last few years. Sincerely, Bertie Schmidt Sullivan and Fran Sullivan
gary majoros
February 24, 2015
Many happy memories of Bob for almost 20 years here at our pool at Savanna Club in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Spent pool/spa time with him daily/weekly. He will be greatly missed.
February 24, 2015
Steve and family
Sorry to hear of your Dads passing,he was a good man.Many fond memories and the storys from the garage and the Soda Spot that my Dad(Leon Totman) would tell us,some great times.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Dan and MaryAnn Bruet
richard lewis
February 23, 2015
He was one of a kind and will never be forgotten.
john Cooley
February 22, 2015
Steve and family. Condolences So many great memories of Bob with Russ etc.
Jack and Lori Poodiack
February 22, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of sorrow. Bob was such a friendly person and we always enjoyed the time we spent with him.
Dennis Shaul
February 22, 2015
Steve and family,
My parents had many good things always to say of Mr. Harper and you Steve. I know Ken Lopresti from work. I am sure Mr. Harper is in a great place right now and, I know, with some good people. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
February 22, 2015
My condolences to Bob's family. I grew up with Bob and went to school with him. I spent many hours at his repair garage in Hillcrest.I am sure that you have many great moments to celebrate.
Wm S. Martin Sr from Chenango Bridge.
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