Richard Michael Harbison

Richard Michael “Ricky” Harbison, age 76, of Pinson, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home on June 13, 2025. Born in Cullman, Alabama, on September 12, 1948, Ricky was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend.

Ricky was preceded in death by his parents, Juanita and Jack Harbison.

He is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 56 years, Marie Harbison; and their four children: Amy (David) Belew, Matt (Jess) Harbison, Emily (Wes) Cumbie, and Carrie (Rob) Ritchie. He was the proud grandfather of Michael, Christopher, and Andrew Belew, Rivers and Micah Smith Harbison, Ella, Shepard, Alice Anne, and June Cumbie, Eva, Isaac, and New Baby Ritchie. Ricky is also survived by his brothers, Brandon (Martha), Frankie (Brenda), and Kim (Theresa) Harbison and sister, Charlotte (Randy) Fox.

Ricky developed a strong work ethic as a young man, working at his father’s service station during his teen years. After graduating from Woodlawn High School in 1966, Ricky worked for Stockham Valves and Fittings where he became a master machinist before entering the construction industry. While serving as an assistant superintendent for Richardson Construction Company he attended night classes to become a journeyman carpenter. He spent the remainder of his career in construction, serving as a construction superintendent with Harbert Construction and B.L. Harbert International for many years. He was known for his strong work ethic, steady leadership, and dedication to building things that last.

A man of faith, Ricky was an active member of Palmerdale Cross Baptist Church, where he found great joy in service.

In his younger years, Ricky had a passion for drag racing. He never lost his love for motorcycles. Throughout his life, he loved fishing, quail hunting, sporting clays, raising cows, and spending time at the lake. But more than anything, he cherished time with his family—especially his grandbabies—and was always ready to lend a hand to neighbors and friends in his community.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 17th, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at Palmerdale Cross Baptist Church, 4950 Faucett Rd. Pinson, AL followed by a service at 11:00 a.m. Burial/Graveside Service will take place at 3:00 p.m. at Bethany Baptist Church in Crane Hill, AL on the same day. Serving as pall bearers are brothers, Brandon, Frankie, and Kim Harbison; lifelong friend, David Echols; grandsons Michael, Christopher, Andrew Belew, and Rivers Harbison. Honorary pall bears are grandsons Shepherd Cumbie and Micah Smith Harbison. Dr. Ron Pate and Dr. Stephen Hall officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made online at palmerdalecross.org or by check to the Palmerdale Cross Baptist Church Building Fund or the charity of your choice.