Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Harvey R. Gruver
FUNERAL HOME
Harvey Gruver Obituary
Harvey R. Gruver, 85, of Bushkill Twp., passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025 at Northampton Post Acute in Easton. He was the beloved husband of the late Catherine Gruver to whom he was married to for 58 years before her passing in 2022. Born in Alpha, NJ, Harvey was a son of the late Harvey and Anna Gruver (Papics).
Harvey served proudly in the Marine Corps and devoted many years to his work at Witco and Persol Chemical, where he was known for his strong work ethic. In addition to his professional life, Harvey had a deep passion for sports. He thoroughly enjoyed playing Quiots and golf, and he loved participating in any kind of athletic activity that allowed him to connect with family and friends.
Harvey will be dearly missed by his daughters: Denise Gruver (Daniel "Chris" Kramer) of Allentown and Sue Kutzman (Brian) of VA.
A Graveside Service will be held privately at Forks Church Cemetery in Stockertown. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements and cremation care are under the direction of the GEORGE G. BENSING FUNERAL HOME, INC, Moorestown - Bath. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at: bensingfuneralhome.net.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Harvey Gruver
2 Entries
Grateful
August 9, 2025
Harvey,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
Robert J. Miklas, USN.
August 9, 2025
Harvey, you have secured your final beachhead. You are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in this defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to begin, ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow veteran.
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results
Make a Donation
in Harvey Gruver's name
Memorial Events
for Harvey Gruver
Funeral services provided by:
George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Inc.2165 Community Drive, Bath, PA 18014-9503
How to support Harvey's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Harvey Gruver's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
