Richard J. "Dickie" Harblin

August 5, 1956 - May 30, 2021

Richard J. “Dickie” Harblin Middle Grove – Richard J. “Dickie” Harblin, 64, of Middle Grove, passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2021 at St. Mary’s Healthcare in Amsterdam. Born in Ballston Spa on August 5, 1956, Dickie was the son of Richard P. Harblin and the late Irmagard Lange Harblin. He was a lifelong area resident and attended local schools. Dickie was a gifted and trained mechanic and was employed by Union College in Schenectady for thirty-seven years until retiring in 2018. He was able to repair any vehicle, gas or diesel. Mr. Harblin was well liked and made lasting friends at work. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing with close friends, Al Burhmaster and the late Ken Brusoe. He loved to spend time at the family camp in Childwold, NY with his dad where they would enjoy hunting, fishing, and snow plowing. He had an appreciation for family history and stories of camp times from the past. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Linda Kronsbein Harblin, whom he married on August 22, 1982; his father, Richard P. Harblin of Middle Grove; a sister, Susan Murtlow of Broadalbin; two nieces, Shauna Pasquarello of Amsterdam and Kayla Stoddard of Middle Grove; an aunt, Patricia Harblin of Clifton Park; and several cousins. Cremation was performed at Park View Crematorium, Schenectady. A celebration of Dick’s life will be held at a later date. The family would like to extend their appreciation to Dick’s friends from Union College for the faithful visits at home during his illness. Also, special gratitude to Tessoro Cancer Center as well as St. Mary’s Hospital, both in Amsterdam for their compassionate care. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, in care of the funeral home. Arrangements are by the Robert M. Halgas Funeral Home, Inc. 111 County Highway 106, Johnstown, NY 12095.