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Dena Harbert Obituary
DENA ANN HARBERT, 78, of Elkview, WV passed away peacefully at her home on December 4, 2025. She was born on December 24, 1946.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth "Joe" Harbert, and her siblings, Dina and Nathan.
Dena had a flair for fashion and a love for adventure. She was also passionate about cooking, delighted in preparing meals for family and friends. Generous and loving, she especially treasured her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought endless joy to her life.
She is survived by her children, Jaime Edwards (Bobby) and Wade Davis (Rochelle); grandchildren, Jordan Peery, Sydney French (Bert), and Sierrah Yoak (Jarrett); and great-grandchildren, Sawyer Yoak and Berkleigh French. She is also survived by her siblings, Ernie Garretson, Michael Garretson, and Teena Garretson.
The family extends heartfelt gratitude to her caregivers Melissa, Peggy, Tammy, Susan, Virginia, Lynada, and Barb for their loving support and care over the past several years.
A service to celebrate Dena's life will be held at 2 p.m., on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Hafer Funeral Home with Pastor Billy Burdette officiating. Burial will follow at Elk Hills Memorial Park.
Visitation will be from 1 - 2 p.m., on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Hafer Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice in her memory.
Online condolences may be sent to haferfuneralhome.net
Arrangements are in the care of Hafer Funeral Home, 50 North Pinch Road, Elkview, WV 25071.
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Shannon Garretson
December 13, 2025
I vividly remember visiting them and their house over a dozen times, maybe. I picture the finished basement with carpet and shiplap walls with the fireplace. Also a record player down there. I remember the kitchen with the big window with the nice porch and view. I remember having to climb up a steep hill to even get to the house. I remember the big black snake that was always lurking around their house, the garage that lead right into a bathroom; going up the carpeted steps to get to some of the other rooms like Deena and Joe's. I also remember them being great with us. They loved seeing us. I still wear Joe's West Virginia coat that he gave me at a real young age. It finally started fitting me in high school haha. I have very fond memories of them and their place. It sticks in my mind like I was just there. Lastly they came to Indiana when we moved multiple times for Christmas. They brought a good amount of gifts for us and I always loved hearing their distinct accents. We never really had a grandma or grandpa, so they kind of filled that void. :) I was very young when a lot of this happened, so it shows they must have had a positive impact on my siblings and I. It's sad they're both gone, but in a better place together again. unfortunately I cant find any photos of all of together currently. :/
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Kathy Garretson
December 13, 2025
Living out of state, I didn't get to visit with Dena as often as I would have liked. I will miss you - Love you sister! You were so wonderful with all the kids. They would get so excited to see you. You made all of them feel so special. I will miss your laugh and smile. And I thank you for teaching me how to make your delicious pasta salad that many of the 11 kids loved. <3
Michael Garretson
December 13, 2025
Rest well Dena. I know you struggled in the last few years but I choose to remember a younger Dena. A Dena who pulled me out of the water when I fell under as a toddler. A Dena who took me shopping for school clothes at the 1st mall I ever visited. A Dena who took care of others and always fussed over kids.
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