David Allen Harmon, 71, of Orange, Texas, passed away on June 1, 2020, at his home in Orange.
Born in Orange Texas, on June 15, 1948, he was the son of Carlton Harmon and Opal (Williams) Harmon. David proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He went on to work for his family’s business, Harmon Chevrolet, as the parts manager for 38 years before retiring. David took great pride in being a lifetime member of the VFW. He was an excellent fisherman who also loved barbequing, getting together with family, and having a good time. Above all else, David was a devoted family man. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Carlton Harmon and Opal Harmon; his infant son, Christopher Harmon; and his brothers, Mike Logan and Chad Harmon.
He is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Deborah “Debby Jo” (Anderson) Harmon; his stepmother, Betty Harmon; his daughter, Jennifer Lynn Harmon Nichols and husband CJ; his stepdaughter, Misty Anderson; his granddaughters, Maggie and Georgia; and his siblings, Jimmy Harmon, Debora Harmon Lanciaux, Danny Holland and Bob Logan.
The family would like to extend their gratitude and a very special thank you to Howard and Cynthia Fisher, Tommy and Barbara Harmon, and Jared Marcantle for all of their help. They would also like to extend a very special thank you to Cindy Zerko.
Cremation is under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Condolences
Al Wingate
June 5, 2020
I never saw him sad, Always a smile on his face. I'm proud to always consider him a friend.
Chelsi Harmon
June 5, 2020
I had posted this Monday with a pic of the two on my Facebook page, My dad asked me to share it on here for him .
My uncle David gave up the good fight , he fought long and hard and I can honestly say he lived his best life, a life most of us would love to live, he retired early, fished a ton, and when he worked he worked hard but played harder ! I think my love of water came from the Harmon side of the family . My dad lost his brother, his life long best friend, fishing buddy and partner in crime . I honestly don’t think my dad has a story to tell that doesn’t include him , good or bad they have done it all. The Harmon clan lost another good one today, and many in the family will find peace in knowing he is no longer suffering from his fight with cancer but will struggle from the loss of the most gentle, funny, laid back person I have ever met !
Nathan Merritt
June 3, 2020
My deepest condolences to all the family, friends, and loved ones of David. I thought very highly of David. I pray God gives each of you peace and comfort at this time and each day to come.
Anonymous
June 2, 2020
Lovely One Spathiphyllum Plant was purchased for the family of David Allen Harmon.
Danny Holland
June 2, 2020
I'll never forget the time David bought a 21 ft center console or it had a small cabin on it, but he drove that boat from Orange TX all the way down the inter-coastal canal from Orange TX to CB and Opal's (His mother and step fathers) beach cabin on the water in Galveston Bay! Still remember him pulling up, I was amazed, that's a long ride, but that was David, we had a good time that weekend at the bay house, I believe Jimmy was there that weekend too. I also really enjoyed seeing him on Christmas and Thanksgiving, me and Bill Holland would hammer him with idiot names we made up and David would crack up! To this day when me or Bill would see him, he would laugh and say! "MOOSE CASIANO!". Just a silly name we made up, but that was his favorite, among many others. Going to miss David, he was the kindest soul Iv'e ever known, never saw him lose his temper, be in a bad mood, always cheerful and smiling and clowning around, truly one of a kind! See you on the other side David, Big David, as daddy used to call you :-). We're all right behind you. Danny Holland.
Bob Logan
June 2, 2020
David Harmon.... Wonderful Human Being. Me David and Jimmy went fishing on Sabine Lake. Spent the night in a hut off a bayou and laughed and talked all night while gar fishing. He was so happy and fun to be around. Just a damn good person. Hard to find nowadays. That's one of memories I will always remember with David. He is with God now. No more suffering. Thanks, Bob Logan