Harold Milton Travis, Jr., 83, of Ambridge passed away on August 3, 2024, at PAM Health of Heritage Valley Beaver. He was born in Point Marion (Fayette County), Pennsylvania and was preceded in death by his parents, Harold M. Sr. and Gayle Travis and his three brothers, Donald, Charles, and James Travis. He is survived by his two sons, Scott (Connie) Travis and Richard M. Travis, his four grandchildren, Stephen, Joshua, Ren, and April, and a brother, Albert Travis. Harold was a proud veteran, having served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War as a boilerman petty officer 2nd class aboard the USS Mullinnix. His service was recognized with several commendations, including the Good Conduct Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and the Vietnam Service Medal.

After his honorable discharge from the Navy, Harold embarked on a career that would span several decades as a railroader. He began his journey with the Pennsylvania Railroad and concluded his career with Norfolk Southern Railroad, where he retired.

Harold’s sense of community extended as a respected former officer of the Ambridge VFW.

Harold M. Travis, Jr. will be laid to rest with full military honors on Monday, August 12th at 1:30 pm the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.

The family has suggested memorial contributions be made, if desired to the St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital.