Gary Stanley Harman, 75, of Upper Tract passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on June 28, 2024, at Mon General Hospital in Morgantown after a long illness.
He was born on July 15, 1948, in Petersburg and was a son of the late Stanley Isaac Harman and Violet Blanche (Kesner) Harman.
Mr. Harman was a 1966 graduate of Franklin High School. He served his country in the United States Army from 1968-1970, where he received the National Defense Service Medal for his expertise.
He retired from General Motors in 2001 where he had been employed since 1967. His retirement led him back to his beloved home state. He was always quick to give a big hug and lend an ear to friends and strangers alike.
His loving wife, Ramona Ann Harman, whom he married on Dec. 28, 1972, survives.
Also surviving are a daughter, Kerri Adele Harman (Jaime Loudermilk and son Jarred); a daughter-in-law, Shannon Hart Harman; four grandchildren, Kayla Elizabeth Harman, Johnna Lilly Harman, Briley Edan Harman and Brice Edward Harman; a sister, Judith Lynn Harman Patch (Tom); a brother-in-law, Marlin Casto; in-laws, Warren Lee Harman, Delmer Harman (Sherry), Nina “Pet” Simmons, Judy Sherman (Gerald), Dolores Harman and Alvin Harman (Gretta); and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was also preceded in death by his son, Edward Brian Harman; a sister, Patsy Darlene Harman Casto; his father-in-law, C. W. “Bud” Harman; and mother-in-law, Lillian Lorraine Mullenax Harman.
A funeral service was held Wednesday at Mt Horeb United Methodist Church with Pastor Dave Webb and Pastor Rita Beeman officiating. Interment was in Kline Cemetery with military honors by Grant County Veterans Honor Guard and United States Army Honor Guard.
Memorials may be made to the National MS Society, American Cancer Society or Mt. Horeb United Methodist Church.
Arrangements were by Schaeffer Funeral Home in Petersburg.
