10/21/2025
We are spending time this week to honor the life and legacy of Wilber Ehrhardt Pribilsky, a pioneer in the Northwest food distribution industry and father of Harbor Foodservice President, Kevin Pribilsky, whose recent passing reminds us how deeply one person’s integrity, vision, and generosity can shape an entire community.
At just 14 years old, Wilber began working in the warehouse of Bur-Bee Candy Company in Walla Walla. Guided by dedication, integrity, and care for others, he went on to lead and eventually purchase the business, serving local grocers and restaurants across the Pacific Northwest for more than five decades.
In 2004, Harbor Wholesale purchased a portion of Bur-Bee Wholesale, marking Harbor’s first-ever acquisition and the continuation of Wilber’s legacy of entrepreneurship and service.
Wilber’s impact extended far beyond business. He was a Marine Corps veteran, a mentor, a volunteer, and a steadfast supporter of his community. His legacy lives on through his family, through the many people and businesses he inspired, and through the values he modeled every day, hard work, humility, and heart.
Our hearts are with Kevin and the entire Pribilsky family as they celebrate a life so well lived.