Lighting Up 3715 Redwood: The Harmon Brothers and 20th Century Lites

Brothers Floyd “Flip” Harmon and Robert “Bob” Harmon were the longtime owners of 20th Century Lites, a custom neon sign company located at 3715 South Redwood Road that lit up Utah for nearly 70 years. Known for their craftsmanship, integrity, and dedication, the Harmon brothers helped shape the visual identity of countless local businesses.

Flip balanced his work with decades of service as president of the Days of ’47.

Bob remained hands-on in the shop until retiring at age 95. Their work and legacy reflect the values of their remarkable Harman/Harmon pioneer family—hardworking, humble, and deeply rooted in community

3715 Redwood Road

Flip and Bob

Bob

Flip

Business Name & Legacy:
20th Century Lites was a custom neon sign company that operated for nearly 70 years.

• Founders:
  The company was owned and operated by brothers Floyd “Flip” Harmon (1925–1997) and Robert “Bob” Harmon (1927–2018).

• Business Location:
  The shop was located at 3715 South Redwood Road in what is now West Valley City.

• Craftsmanship & Impact:
  The Harmon brothers designed and built neon signs for countless Utah businesses, helping shape the visual identity of mid- and late-20th century commercial spaces.

• Flip’s Community Service:
  Flip Harmon served as president of the Days of ’47 for decades, helping preserve and expand the state’s largest Pioneer Day celebration.

• Bob’s Dedication:
  Bob Harmon remained active in the shop until his retirement at age 95, just a few years before his passing in 2018.

• Pioneer Heritage:
  The brothers came from the notable Harman/Harmon pioneer family, known for civic and business contributions such as Harmons Grocery and Harman’s Kentucky Fried Chicken.