Harold Henry Bergin

Harold Henry Bergin, age 88 passed peacefully on October 5, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. Harold was born on May 17, 1933 in West Springfield, Massachusetts, to parents John Loughran Bergin and Marion Metilda Bergin. Harold received his Associates Degree in Criminal Justice from Dekalb Community College, presently known as Perimeter College. Harold spent 21 years serving in the United States Air Force. He completed several tours of duty in Vietnam. Harold also received a Purple Heart and several other awards and accolades during his time in the Military. After retiring from the Air Force, Harold worked in the Civil Service in Arlington, Virginia, as an Administration Assistant for several years before retiring and moving back to Georgia. Harold was an active man who was deeply involved in Bowling. Harold spent over 30 years playing in bowling leagues and tournaments throughout the States and Canada. Harold dedicated 20 plus years working with the Miss Atlanta Scholarship Pageant. Harold and Kenneth were able to extend their dedication to the Miss Georgia Pageant and Miss America pageant. Harold also was of proud member of the Peach State Depression Glass Club for many years. Harold is survived by his husband, Kenneth Harper of Smyrna, Georgia; twin brother, George (Elaine) Bergin of Burlington, Vermont; sister, Lori Potts of Burlington, Vermont. Harold is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Harold inurnment will take place at the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Montpelier, VT. A more formal Memorial Service will be held in the State of Georgia at a later date.