1/13/1931-1/8/2021
Fred J. Harb, Sr. age 89 passed into the arms of the Lord on 1/08/2021 at his home in Knoxville after a long illness. He was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church. Born and raised in Lexington, KY, Fred graduated from Lafeyette High School in 1949. After graduation, he attended the University of Kentucky, until he moved to Knoxville, TN in 1954 with his family. In Knoxville, Fred enjoyed a long and successful career in real estate and the insurance business, retiring in 1996. Fred proudly served his country, entering the Army Reserves as a private, retiring after 33 years, as a Lt. Colonel.
Fred was very active, playing racquetball or working out several times a week, but his greatest passion was being on the lake. He bought a small houseboat in 1968 on Norris Lake and that's where you would find him every possible weekend. His friends and family enjoyed his guitar playing and singing most evenings. After retirement, Fred and his wife spent their winters in Florida, where they made very close friendships with countless people.
Fred was preceded in death by his parents: John D and Meryam S.; his brother: Victor; sisters: Helen Dughman and Alice Salem. His is survived by his wife of 62 years Mary Shunnarah; sons: Fred Jr, Robert, and Mark; daughter: Lisa Conway, grandsons: William IV, and Christopher; sister: Melveen Fadoul, dozens of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home is handling the care of Mr. Harb. Due to the pandemic, there will be no public service at this time. A celebration of life will be held at a future time when it is safe to do so. Online condolences may be extended at www.berrylynnhurst.com
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