Harold L. Brightbill

Harold L. Brightbill, 77, of Palmyra passed away Monday, October 13, 2025 at home.

Born April 16, 1948 in Lebanon, he was a son of the late Samuel A., Sr. and Katherine (Rausch) Brightbill and also preceded in death by sister Katherine Lingle and a brother Samuel Brightbill, Jr.

Harold previously worked for the former Lebanon Valley Lumber in Palmyra, Hershey Foods, and as maintenance at HIA.  A U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War, he served the Citizens Fire Company #1, Palmyra for 60 years and was a member of the Palmyra Sportsmen’s Association.

Surviving are his wife of 55 years Lana J. (Bowman) Brightbill; son Brian L. Brightbill (Teri) of North Lebanon Township; daughter Robin L. Reed (Brian) of Ephrata; brother George Brightbill; and grandchildren Ryan Blackwell (Natalie), Dylan Blackwell (Phaedra), Elizabeth Brightbill, and Meryck Reed.

A memorial service will be held 6:30 PM Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at Citizens Fire Company #1, 35 West Walnut Street, Palmyra where his remains will be laid to rest.

Please give Lana space as she starts this new journey.  Any thoughts of love and support can be directed in contributions to the Citizens Fire Company #1, 35 West Walnut Street, Palmyra, PA 17078 or WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospice, 1503 Quentin Road, Lebanon, PA 17042.

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