Alvin B. “Pete” Harman
Alvin B. “Pete” Harman, age 83, of 1512 Locust, died on Sunday, September 12, 2010 at 4:19 AM in Blessing Hospital. He was born on January 11, 1927 in Quincy, the son of Carl & Clara (Heine) Harman. Pete was a graduate of Quincy Notre Dame High School and served in the United States Navy at the end of WWII. He attended Purdue University. In 1953 he married Elizabeth Ann Terwelp in St. Boniface Catholic Church. She survives.
Pete worked for Klingner and Associates as a Professional Land Surveyor for over 42 years becoming the head of the survey department until his retirement in 1993. Pete was a devout member of the Catholic Faith. He was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church and was formerly a member of St. John Catholic Church where he also served as a lector. Pete was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. Pete volunteered for the Roman Catholic Cemetery Association, and Quincy Notre Dame Athletic Events. He greatly enjoyed the outdoors and loved all the time spent with his wife, children and grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, Betty, Pete is also survived by:
FOUR CHILDREN: David Harman and his wife Kathy of Quincy, Mary Wilding and her husband Paul of Lee’s Summit, MO, Bob Harman and his wife Katy of Fowler, and Rev. Peter Harman of Springfield, IL.
THREE GRANDCHILDREN: Kelly Kelsey and her husband Matt, Sara Harman and Alex Wilding.
Numerous nieces, nephews other relatives and friends also survive.
Pete was preceded in death by his parents, one son Joseph Harman in infancy, and siblings: Carl Harman, Jr., Dorothy Harman, Martha Howell and Mark Harman.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 9:30 in the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home and at 10:00 in St. Francis Catholic Church by Rev. Peter Harman. Interment in Calvary Cemetery with military rites conducted at the cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday evening from 4:00 until 7:00 PM in the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home with a Prayer service at 4:00. Memorials may be made to Quincy Notre Dame or to St. Francis Catholic Church.
Betty, I am so sorry to hear of Pete’s death. You guys were such a fun part of our St. John’s days. I cherish them always, even after having been away over 20 years. We just recently lost our son Derek ( age 34) to a brain tumor, so I hope they are keeping each other company up in heaven. Love & sympathy Rita & John Damhorst
The Latin Mass Society of Quincy and St. Rose of Lima Roman Cathoilc Church members will pray for his soul.
Dave we were sorry to hear about the passing of your Father. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Unfortunately we are in Connecticut visiting with our daughter and her family and won’t be able to attend the services. Know however our prayers and best wishes are with you and your family. Phil & Nancy
To the Harman Family: Joe and I were so sorry to hear about Pete. What a great guy. He will be missed. Please accept our deepest sympathy. – Joe and Sandy Weibring
Fr. Harman and the Harman family: Please accept our condolences on the passing of your husband, father, grandfather and friend. We will always remember Mr. Harman’s mischievous smile and good humor which we experienced every time we saw him when he visited Springfield. May he rest peacefully in the loving arms of God as promised to him in Baptism, and may you all take comfort in the knowledge of the Resurrection. Christ’s peace to all of you.
Dear Fr. Pete, I am sad to hear the news of the passing of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
So sorry to hear about your Dad, Dave. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Greg & Jody