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David Dwight Harshbarger

1938 - 2020

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Jim Paisner posted a condolence

Monday, January 4, 2021

I was sad to learn of Dwight's passing, I can still hear his gentle southern drawl. I knew Dwight when he lived in Massachusetts. I don't remember how we met, but I valued his wit and caring heart. When I was training as an Alexander technique teacher he let me work with him. I don't think I did any lasting damage! I send my condolences to his dear ones.

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betsypyle@comcast.net Posted Aug 16, 2021 at 2:08 PM

Thank you for sharing your memories of Dwight. His life was a blessing to those of us who knew him well. — Betsy Pyle

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Elissa Hoffman and Werner Pluhar posted a condolence

Friday, December 18, 2020

On behalf of my husband Werner Pluhar and I, Elissa Hoffman, I want to say thank you to whoever wrote this obituary. It is beautifully written. Dwight was a man of many, many talents. His degrees in psychology, psychiatry, and his nonfiction and fiction writings attest to that. He was a gem of a man, with sincere feelings and kindness. Both Werner and I will hold him in our hearts. Our deepest condolences to his family and friends. We will light a candle in his honor.

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Betsy Pyle Posted Dec 19, 2020 at 11:21 AM

Thank you Elissa and Werner. He was indeed a very special man who will be missed by many. - - - Betsy

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Beverly Steenstra posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 15, 2020

My sincerest condolences to Dwight's family. We met as cousins late in life, and he was always full of lively and thoughtful conversation and powerful reflection. I am saddened that he has gone, and wish all of you strength, comfort and nourishing memories. RIP, Dwight. Beverly Steenstra, daughter of Sam and grandaughter of Paul and Emma Lene Harshbarger.

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Barry Wendell and Joe Hample posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Barry used to see Dwight at Healthworks and they would greet each other. Joe knew him from when he spoke so movingly about his book "A Quiet Hero" at Tree of Life Congregation.This is a loss, not just for the family, but for the entire Morgantown community where Dwight was one of Morgantown's bright stars. Condolences to your family, Dave and Colleen. May his memory be a blessing. Barry Wendell and Rabbi Joe Hample

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George and Kristi Kelley posted a condolence

Monday, December 14, 2020

On behalf of my wife Kristi and I, we want to express our deepest condolences to Dave (Harshbarger) and the rest of his family on the passing of Dwight. His life was one that was well-lived. I was most struck by his intelligence, honesty, sincerity, integrity, and kindness. He was a role role model for all and a person who was always concerned about the 'greater good' versus the accumulation of financial wealth. Again, our deepest condolences during these unprecedented times. George and Kristi (Kelley)

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Cindy O'Brien posted a condolence

Sunday, December 13, 2020

The beautifully written obituary celebrates this amazing man's life. So often we know little of the complex lives of friends we meet later in life, early influences and adventures that created the person we admire and think we know. I was amazed to learn so much about Dwight, a man whose presence and works I enjoyed; amazed to see how much more there was to discover. It brings to mind the song of our friend, Chris Haddox, that goes, "Don't wait 'til they're gone to tell them you love them..." We had the chance to tell Dwight that we love him, but I missed the opportunity to hear from him so many stories of his rich life. Don't wait 'til they're gone to listen to their stories! Love to his family and friends. Cindy

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Betsy Pyle Posted Dec 19, 2020 at 11:33 AM

Thanks Cindy. What a sweet note from you, and so true...so many things we wish we knew about people before they’re gone... Betsy

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Jon E. Krapfl posted a condolence

Friday, December 11, 2020

I worked with Dwight off and on through his entire career. Dwight was an extremely broad thinker and a very caring and committed person. From some of his earliest research on disasters in West Virginia to his later historical novels Dwight demonstrated that his considerable abilities as a thinker and a writer were accompanied by genuine concern for those who had experienced suffering and despair. The world has lost a renaissance man with a heart.

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Kimberly Honaker posted a condolence

Thursday, December 10, 2020

Dwight gave so much to us in this community. His wit, wise counsel, good humor, and generous spirit remain with us in shared memories and in his written works. I cherish these gifts he gave so freely. He leaves this world, and my world, a better place because he was in it. Rest easy, friend. Blessings & light to his family, his partner Betsy, and Dory.

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Cheryl J Skinner Tri-State Military Museum posted a condolence

Thursday, December 10, 2020

May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of David Dwight Harshbarger, give you peace, comfort and strength… Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers to the family of …. US Army Veteran, David Dwight Harshbarger, is “A True American Hero” God Bless† † Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †

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Bill Reger-Nash posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Dwight was and is a bright light in my life. I had the good fortune of working with him in public health and in our community. He was an insightful soul who cared deeply about others. His physical presence will be missed although his love remains in our hearts. Miss you, my brother. Bill

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Wednesday, December 9, 2020

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