Abram \"Hap\" Harold Quackenbush, 80, of Harrisonburg, Va., passed away on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at Sunnyside Presbyterian Retirement Community in Harrisonburg.

Mr. Quackenbush was born on Jan. 6, 1929, in Brooklyn, N.Y., and was a son of the late Abram and Teresa Dowaschenski Quackenbush. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Charles Quackenbush.

Hap attended Wagner College, received his master\'s in Munchen, Germany, and later enlisted in the Navy, where he served as a Naval Aviator in the Korean War. He retired as Commander in 1977 following 37 years of service. He enjoyed flying, tending to his trees and fishing.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara J. Quackenbush; two sons, Steve H. Quackenbush of Gaithersburg, Md., and Mark A. Quackenbush of Alexandria; two stepdaughters, Claire \"Holly\" Giuliano of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Diane T. Watson of Alexandria; his brother, Joseph Quackenbush of Morris Plains, N.J.; and several nieces and a nephew.

A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, 2009, at the Sunnyside Meredith Chapel in Harrisonburg. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the RMH Hospice, 235 Cantrell Ave., Harrisonburg, VA 22801.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kygers.com.

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I saw the notice in the Wash Post and Quackenbush is not a common name so though somehow along the way we may be related. Not sure, but our thoughts and prayes are with you at this most difficult time. Diane Quackenbush (Chantilly, VA) and Mary Jean Quackenbush (Herndon, VA). Diane Quackenbush-Cudd 2009-11-09 08:02:01

I was so sorry to read about "Haps" death in today's paper. I did not know him well, but I remember the lunch that he fixed for us when we were painting out at your house. He seemed very kind. Sylvia Gibbs 2009-11-09 09:29:21

My thoughts are with you I just saw the notice in the Washington Post, and my sympathies and prayers are with all of the family. It was nice to know Hap a little bit before he and Barbara moved away from the DC area. I especially remember his sense of humor and interest in a wide range of subjects--he had a varied and interesting life, judging from this online description. Jan Summers 2009-11-09 11:48:58

hap Quackenbush Hap loved his Scottie Gus and our Scottie Lucky, We shared many Scottie dog talks and always enjoyed his company. Our thoughts and prayers to his family ray & Wanda ray & wanda armstrong 2009-11-10 08:32:46

I am sorry to hear that Mr. Quackenbush has passed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Carol Lawson 2009-11-11 11:44:37

My condolences. I'm sorry to learn of Hap's passing. Words can never provide much comfort in a time like this. Hap touched many lives and will be fondly remembered. I will especially remember his laughter and smile as well as the twinkle in his eyes. Barb, you, Steve, Mark, Holly and Torrey will be in my thoughts. I know this is a difficult time for all of you. You have my sincere condolences. Cindy Ellis 2009-11-11 19:26:34

Our Deepest Sympathy Hi Steve, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care. Best regards, Dan Kim & Dan 2009-11-28 15:35:37

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