Harold Vernon Murbarger

Harold V. Murbarger, 82, of Olney, IL, passed away April 28, 2025 at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, IL.

Harold V. Murbarger was born December 21, 1942 in Olney, IL to parents, John Murbarger and Dorothy (Lambird) Murbarger. He married Nancy Huchel, and they had three children together and later divorced.

Harold was a master negotiator and enjoyed putting together a deal. He traded mostly in cars, but he also traded other collectibles; such as memorabilia, old toys, and automotive merchandise.

Harold served in the US Army Reserve/National Guard in the 1960's. After his time in the service, he worked as a barber and then a setup man at Champion Labs. In the early 70's he co-owned M&G grocery store in Parkersburg until he founded M&L Well Service in the late 70's and continued in the petroleum industry until his last days.

From the time he was a young man he was always interested in cars. He took pleasure in racing stock cars at The White Squirrel Speedway but most of all he enjoyed buying, selling, and collecting cars. Harold had a nationwide network of car buyers and collectors.

Harold was a proud dad and papaw. He loved scaring the grandkids and enjoyed his time around family.

Harold is survived by his children, Michelle Brooks and husband Russ of Olney, Melissa Gamboe and husband Tom of Swansea, IL, and Michael "Tug" Murbarger of Claremont; grandchildren, Ashli (Daniel) Messina, Ian Zumbahlen, Levi (MaryBeth DeCuyke) Weiler, Connor (Ashley Rapice) Court, Carson Gamboe, Kinsey (Johnathan) Armstrong; great grandchildren, Gabriel, Joshua, Joel, Karmyn, Eli, Jax and Madelyn; close companion, Lillian Angle; sister, Connie Russell; and several nieces, nephews, and close cousins.

Preceded in death by his parents; brother, John Murbarger; and sister, Janice Murbarger.

Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney has been entrusted with arrangements.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home, Olney.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, Apr 30th, 2025 at 9:00 AM at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home, Olney.

Interment will take place on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at Liberty Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to Richland County Hope.