Harold was born on July 27, 1938 to Donald and Ora West in Bristol, Pennsylvania. As a young adult, Harold entered the United States Air Force in 1961. He was a member of the United States Air Force for over 23 years. During his service he received a Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and Air Force Longevity Service Award Ribbon. Harold was passionate about aircraft and loved what he did for a living.
Harold retired in 2000 at Alamogordo, New Mexico then moved to Tempe, Arizona with his wife Jennell in 2008. Harold had many interests throughout his life including traveling with Jennell, riding quads, woodworking, gold panning, rebuilding automobiles, and spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Harold was predeceased by both parents, first wife Louise, step-son Scott (Stacey), grandson Lou, and great-grandson Ben. He is survived by his wife Jennell, daughter Sharon (Rollin), son Brian (Janel), step-son Michael (Heather), 10 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at Lakeshore Mortuary in Mesa, Arizona on May 6th at 11:00am. Burial will immediately follow at Mesa Cemetery.
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