Harlow E. Blackburn Sr. Obituary (1934

Harlow Eugene Blackburn Sr., age 91 passed away December 30, 2025, in Waterloo, NY. Born June 23, 1934, to James and Jessie Blackburn in Hannibal, NY, Harlow was also fondly known as "Charlie Brown" to friends and family due to his sweet, kind and genuine demeanor. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and trapping in his early years and joined the Marine Corp after graduating high school serving his country in the Korean War. Following his return from Korea, he married his sister Janet's best friend, Patsy Dorgan. While Harlow spent most of his career operating large equipment, during his free time he enjoyed square dancing, playing cards, camping and traveling with Patsy, their 5 children, and close friends. Harlow tirelessly cared for Patsy, his wife of 45 years following her 5 years of declining health until her death. In 2001, he married Kathy Gardner Hiler. Kathy lovingly supported Harlow as he fought and overcame cancer and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and they shared many happy years together, attending church, going to the movies and enjoying retirement. Harlow is fondly remembered by the many boys he coached over the years in baseball in Phelps, his detail in caring for his yard, and as a lifelong Syracuse Orangeman fan. He is survived by: His 2nd wife Kathy Gardner Blackburn Children: Lorrie (Bruce) VanGelder, Clifton Springs, NY, Harlow Blackburn, Jr., Street, MD, Melinda (Jim ) Dennis, Bryan, OH and Michael Blackburn, Sterling, VA Grandchildren: Heather, Lindsey, Eric, Derek, Chad, Ashley, Zack, Nik, Travis, Max, Garrett and Rebecca 7 great grandchildren Sisters Bonnie Watson and Janet Brancato Many nieces and nephews Stepchildren: Lori (Lance) Webb and Dan Hiler Step grandchildren: Orion, Indy, Everett, Emily, Ellis He is predeceased by his parents, first wife Patsy, daughter Kathy Erbelding, sister Lois Shortslef , and brother James Blackburn Per Harlow's wishes, no memorial or funeral service will be held. Memorial donations can be made to Sand's Cancer Center, 395 West Street, Suite 101, Canandaigua, NY 14424.