October 28, 1928 - August 4, 2023
Visitation
Tuesday, August 8th from 6-8 p.m. at Moreland Funeral Home
Service
Wednesday, August 9th 10 a.m . at Moreland Funeral Home
William L. "Bill" Harbert, was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend, passed away on August 4, 2023 at home. Born to Winfield and Cecil Harbert on October 28, 1928 in Boomer, West Virginia.
He was a Sheet Metal Mechanic by trade and he worked in Ohio, Florida, West Virginia and then back to Ohio. He worked at Goodyear Atomic Plant in Piketon, Ohio, the Kennedy Space Center in Central Florida, the City of Montgmery and West Virginia Institute, both in West Virginia. Bill retired from Ross Labs in 1992, after retirement he worked part time at Worthington Cylindars. He was a Korean War Veteran. On returing from the Korean War he married his high school sweetheart, Martha Spencer on August 31, 1952. They had three children, Martin, Catherine and Rebecca.
Bill was an avid pool player and fisherman. He shot pool at the pool hall in the Westerville Athletic Center and made several trips to Canada to fish. He coached youth baseball and was a scout for the Baltimore Orioles. He loved the Ohio State Buckeyes.
He is survived by his daughters, Catherine (Gary) Rank and Rebecca (Mark) Miser; granddaughters, Michelle (Chris) Freeman, Melissa (Bryan) Tinlin, Nicolette Miser, Samantha Miser (John Arlington); great-grandchildren, Max Tinlin, Emalyn Freeman, Parker Tinlin, Kamden Tinlin and Jacklynn Arlington; and many nieces, nephews and frends. Preceded in death by his wife, Martha Spencer Harbert and son, Martin "Mick" Harbert.
Friends may call at the Moreland Funeral Home, 55 E. Schrock Road, Westerville, Tuesday, August 8, 2023 from 6-8 p.m. where a memorial service will be held Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Ohio Honor Flight https://www.honorflightcmh.org/donate-today
Condolences
Mike millar - Aug 10, 2023
Today; Thursday ,august 10th , we were So sorry to learn of Bill’s passing . He was a good friend and great neighbor when we all lived on Sioux Dr , some 20 years ago. We thought of him often . He was a good man ,I know his family will miss him
Diane Casbolt Garga - Aug 8, 2023
I met Bill and Martha when we were working at West Virginia Institute of Technology (1974). He always had a story to tell that made us laugh. He and Martha had generous hearts. I was fortunate to see Bill again two years ago while visiting Columbus. He was still the same great story teller, and as usual, actively in service to others, e.g. giving voice to the needs of veterans. Remembering him with fond memories, offering prayers for the progress of his soul and for his loved ones who mourn his loss.
Roger Harris - Aug 8, 2023
Bill and I worked at Ross Labs for years together. Bill and Martha were two of the nicest people I ever worked with. One of the good guys is in a better place today and will be truly missed.
Jeff Wilcox - Aug 7, 2023
Sincerest condolences. God bless Bill, may he rest in peace.
Joey Cumbow - Aug 7, 2023
I will miss seeing Bill at the Senior Center my prayers and condolences go to all of his family!! He was one of the best guys I’ve known!