Harry Robert Peeling

CWO2 Harry Robert Peeling, USN, Retired, 75, of Gainesville GA died unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, August 22, 2015. Harry was a veteran of the Vietnam War, retiring from the Navy a Master Chief Petty Officer in 1977 after 20 years of service. He traveled the world and most of the United States, settling in South Florida. He later retired again from the U.S. Postal Service after another 20 years. He grew up in Dayton, Ohio, one of four sons born to Donald and Vera Peeling. As a young man, he learned discipline and a good work ethic spending time working on his grandfather's farm and in his uncle's grocery store. The Navy continued to mold and shape him into an honest, hardworking man of integrity. He enjoyed working in his yard, spending time with family and was a diehard College Basketball fan. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, a wonderful father, a caring "PopPop" and a great neighbor. Mr. Peeling is survived by his wife of 35 years, Mary Ann, his daughter, Angela Clark (Peeling) and beloved dog, Barnie. He also leaves behind three granddaughters, Brandi Renay Clark, Madelyn Nicole Clark and Hope Marie Clark; brothers, Howard Peeling of Blairesville, GA and Ronald Peeling of Maine; and many nieces and nephews. A Graveside Service will full Military Honors will be held on Thursday, August 27, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. at the Georgia National Cemetery, Canton, GA. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home, 150 Sawnee Drive, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 886.9899

Thursday, August 27, 2015
11:30 AM

Georgia National Cemetery
2025 Mount Carmel Church Lane
Canton, GA 30114