Jackie "Jack" Harleman

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Jack was a true people person—he never met a stranger, loved sharing a good meal, and lived for a great conversation.

Jackie “Jack” Harleman, age 75, of Verona, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2026. He was born in Phillipsburg, Ohio, on June 25, 1951, to Stanley and Marjorie (Karch) Harleman.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Wendell Harleman, in 2025.

He is survived by his daughter, Julie; grandchildren, and great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Donna Harleman; niece, Angie Harleman; special friends, Don and Julita, and Cliff and Mary; and many close church friends.

Jack was a 1970 graduate of Northmont High School and a member of the Verona Global Methodist Church, where he looked forward to serving as a friendly greeter and usher.

Jack belonged to the FAST Flying Club and was a true people person—he never met a stranger, loved sharing a good meal, and lived for a great conversation. He simply loved to talk and could connect with anyone he crossed paths with.

He was also a dedicated fan of Gunsmoke. Jack and his brother, Wendell, shared a special bond, talking on the phone for an hour every single day—though Wendell always knew the golden rule: never call until Gunsmoke was over.

Visitation will be from 12-1pm with funeral to begin at 1pm on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Rogers Funeral Home in New Lebanon. Burial will follow at Royal Oak Cemetery. www.RogersFuneralHomes.com