He was born in Santa Paula to Verne and Milford Harpster and graduated from Santa Paula High School in the class of 1959. He earned his Associates degree from Ventura College and was a 35-year employee of Southern California Edison Company, with his final position being property manager in the Real Properties Division.
Andy enjoyed traveling with his wife and taking vacations with his family, especially annual trips to Rincon beach with his children and grandchildren. He went on many caravans with his local Edison “Stuffknowers” RV group, and taking special group father-son fishing trips to Montana. He and his sisters enjoyed annual Columbus Day trips to Las Vegas.
Andy is survived by his wife of 47 years, Judy; and his children Steve Harpster of Pleasanton and Lindsay Harpster Martinez (husband Troy) of Santa Paula; and his five grandchildren, Andrew Harpster, Dennis Harpster, Caroline Harpster, Hannah Martinez, and Zachry Martinez; sisters Barbara Harvey and Tana (husband Don) Peck of Santa Paula; and many nephews, nieces, cousins and loving friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Verne and Milford Harpster.
The family would like to thank the excellent staff of the Palms Memory Care for their loving and tender care that will always be remembered and appreciated.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 23, 2011 at 3 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 121 Davis St. in Santa Paula. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Skillin-Carroll Mortuary.
If so inclined, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the National Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011, or by calling 1.800.272.3900.
