Sheldon Irving Himber, 87 of Phillipsburg, NJ passed away Monday, May 16, 2022 at St. Luke’s Hospital Warren Campus. Born June 28, 1934 in Brooklyn, NY he was a son of the late Samuel and Lillian Himber. He earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in civil engineering NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering. He served in the Army Corps of Engineers and owned and operated Himber & Associates since 1974 before retiring. As a contractor, Sheldon was most proud of the numerous temples and houses of worship that he built, including Bnai Abraham in Livingston, NJ. Sheldon was a member of Bnai Shalom Congregation, Easton. An avid history buff, Sheldon amassed a library of books on the Civil War and took frequent trips to historical sites. In retirement, he loved saltwater sport fishing, playing poker and the Sunday New York Times.
He is survived by his wife, the former Barbara Billings; his son: Adam Himber of Middletown, RI, nieces and a nephew. A brother Buddy Himber predeceased him.
Graveside services will be held at Noon on Wednesday (May 18) at Easton Cemetery, N. 7th St., Easton. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
