Jerrell Harbert July 3, 1931 - August 18, 2008

Harbert,
Jerrell D. (Jerry) Retired Colonel, passed away August 18, 2008 in OKC. He was born July 3, 1931 in Sasakwa, OK. He was the middle son born to Mable and Harry Harbert. He attended and graduated from Wewoka High School, later attending East Central State College. Jerry married Jane Moore of Wewoka, OK. He received numerous awards and citations for his hard work and dedication to Oklahoma and his Country. He is a graduate of the Army Quartermaster School, Ft. Lee VA. and Command & General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, KS. He was a former commander of "A" battery, 171st FA BN, Company commander of Co. A 1st BG 180th Infantry; Co Commander 2120th Sup & SVC Co.; BA HA Company Commander 120th Sup & SVC BN. Jerry rose in the ranks and retired as a full colonel in 1991. He continued his service with OK National Guard and also retired from Oil Well Division of U.S. Steel. He was a member of North MacArthur Church of Christ. Jerry is survived by his wife, Jane of the home; 2 sons, Kip Harbert, Kirk Harbert and Kathryn; 2 grandsons, Matt & wife Samantha and Kevin; and a brother Joe C. Harbert. Services will be 2:00 PM, Thursday, August 21st at North MacArthur Church of Christ.