Harold L. Blackburn Jr., 67, of Mount Gretna, died peacefully at WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital on Nov. 22, 2024. He was the husband of Mary Friant Blackburn, with whom he just celebrated 37 years of marriage.

Born in Iowa City, IA, on April 9, 1957, he moved to Mount Gretna when he was three years old. He graduated from Cedar Crest High School and served in the U.S. Naval Academy for six years. He returned to Mount Gretna following his service in 1986 and worked in the trucking industry until his retirement in December 2019.

He enjoyed spending time at his condo in Virginia Beach, fishing, collecting and working on cars, and being with his family.

Along with his wife, he is survived by his sons, Jason (Laura) and Tom; and daughter, Allison (Andrew). He was also the beloved Grampy of Keith, Jaina, Ronin, Rory, Mara, and Jackson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Emilie Blackburn; and sister, Kathy Watkins.

A private celebration of life will be held by the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Mount Gretna Fire Company, where he served for many years.