John Anthony Herb, age 68 of Upper Tract, passed away at his residence on Saturday, September 12, 2009. Mr. Herb was born in Baltimore, MD on June 17, 1941, the son of the late Andrew Oscar and Catherine Elizabeth Nichols Herb. John married Donna Marie Vance, who survives in Upper Tract. He retired as a Chemical Operator at S. T. Services and was a Catholic.
Mr. Herb is survived by: a Daughter, Terri Marie Hall and Husband Chris, Sugar Grove, WV; 2 Sons, Anthony “Bunky” John Herb, Upper Tract, WV, Frederick Andrew Herb and Wife Elizabeth, Franklin, WV; a Sister, Patricia Herb, Anne Arundle County, MD; 5 Brothers, Ronald Herb, Brooklyn Park, MD, Charles Herb, Brooklyn Park, MD, George Herb, Richmmond, VA, Robert Herb, Brooklyn Park, MD; 5 Grandchildren, Kacie Herb, Courtney Herb, John Andrew Herb, Jade Jannell Herb, Whitney Hall; and 1 Great-Great Grandchild, Natalya Herb. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 3 Brothers, Joe, Andrew and James.
Family will receive friends on Monday, September 14, 2009 6-8 PM at the Basagic Funeral Home, Franklin, WV. Rev. Father Mario R. Claro will conduct funeral services on Tuesday, September 15, 2009 in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be in the Cherry Hill Cemetery, Upper Tract, WV. Memorials may be made to the family, c/o HC 62, Box 67, Upper Tract, WV 26866.
Uncle Johnny: We will all miss you, I'm truly sorry I didn't get there in time to say good bye. But I'm sure you are up in Heaven with the rest of our family sitting around, talking polictics and smoking. We will all see you soon.
Love Ya, Donna
A Good Man
Mike Stubler 2009-09-14 15:27:22
John was my co-worker for many years at S.T. Services in Baltimore. Besides being a dedicated and valuable employee, John loved his coffee and would bring me in a cup from 7-11 just about everyday on the 4-12 shift.
Memories willlive on forever....
Donald Gruber & Family 2009-09-14 18:28:59
Remembering a friend, I love you John, one day we will meet again. I wish I could have spent more time with you in your last days, but hearing of the illness had kept me in a daze. I am glad I was able to come to WV and be back in your life, you meant so much to me. I am glad that my boys and Jacquetta were able to meet you, to see how great of a man you were to me. I have so many memories that will forever be cherished, ones that I hope to still share with your family. You were a second father to me and I am greatful for all the friendship that you have given to me. You will always be a part of my heart and never forgotten, I hate to see you go. I am glad that on my last visit I was able to put a smile on your face, this is how I will always remember you my dear friend. I love you John and will see you in the end! Duck, Bunky, Freddie, and Terry you will be in our thoughts and prayers, you know I am always here if any...
The Sound of Tears
Jacquetta Whitt 2009-09-15 05:27:30
I have only seen Donald Gruber cry one time in the 9 1/2 yrs we have been together, last night makes 2. Not being able to be there in WV with the family is really tearing Donald up inside. The first time we came to WV to visit, I can remember the genuine smile that was on his face when he shook Johnnys hand. He loved this man like his own father, he couldnt wait for Johnny to meet Sammy and Jude. He will be greatly missed by our family. His family will be in our thoughts and prayers, good bye Johnny Herb.
Great Man
Denise Stump 2009-09-15 06:55:19
I had the honors of being a part of Johnny Herb's family for almost 7 years. I always enjoyed walkin into the house and having little arguments with him that never meant much, just two bullheaded people having fun. He was a great man and it broke my heart to hear he was sick and now he's gone. I love you Johnny Herb, God will take care of you now. Duck, Bunky, Terri, Freddie.....I love you all too, and I'm always here if you need me!
niece(his stisters daughter)
maryann vanmeter 2009-09-15 17:38:33
One of the dearest constants ive ever had in my life are my uncles, my uncle johnny was more like my brother and i could search a lifetime for the words that would describe what we meant to eachother, i know he could always depend on knowing that i loved him, and he over the years let me know how much he loved me, i will miss him forever, just as i will love him forever. It was a joy to be his niece, and an honor to be able to say i was. and for me my uncle johnny will never be gone completly, because; when ever i see bunky, terrie and freddie i will constantly be reminded of his goodness and for his love of my aunt duck. I will miss my uncle terribly and i want to thank my aunt and my dearest cousins for giving my uncle a life full of love and purpose. you are still in my prayers everyday uncle johnny, thank you for being my uncle and my friend, love maryann (LOONEY TUNES)
May your loving memories give 2009-09-16 10:47:05
Dear Donna, children nd grandchildren, Johnny will always be remembered as a warm and wonderful man. He will always be alive through all of you in your hearts. Please accept my sincere sympathy and condolences at such a horrific loss. I hope you will find love and peace through each other. May your loving memories of John bring you confort.
My Dad,My Friend
Fred A Herb 2009-09-17 08:13:16
I prayed every night that i could be the one sick instead of my Dad.My Dad always did everything right,He is a Man ture to his word.He has shown me so much about life and how to be a Dad.But I know I will never be half the man he is.My Dad will live on until the end of time,because there is a "Little John Herb To Carry On His Way Of life " Daddy I Love You And You Will Be In My Life Every Second That I am Alive. Thank You,Your Son Fred
late Andrew Oscar and Catherine Elizabeth Nichols Herb. John married Donna Marie Vance, who survives in Upper Tract. He retired as a Chemical Operator at S. T. Services and was a Catholic.