Merlin Harbaugh Obituary

The passing of Merlin Harbaugh of Waterloo, Iowa leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on June 29, 2025 at the age of 97. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Merlin Harbaugh to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Herschel Harbaugh and Stella Harbaugh (Fike); his wife Melba Hodgin; and his son Larry Harbaugh. He is survived by: his children, Carolyn Harbaugh Bellfy of Waterloo, Diane Sittig (Kevin) of Waterloo, Dennis Harbaugh of Waterloo and Carl Hunnicutt (Lorena) of Independence; his grandchildren, Elizabeth Howells (Chris), Jonathan Harbaugh (Natalie), Ty Bellfy, Raechel Sittig-Esser (Terry), Erek Sittig (Kelly), Kim Camarata (Eric), Jeshua Harbaugh (Veena), Jordan Harbaugh-Williams and Mariana Hunnicutt; his great grandchildren, Isaiah, Emma Howells, Lyla, Abby Harbaugh, Malachi Esser, Addy and Max Sittig; his close friend Lenora Decker of Friendship Village; his siblings, Forrest Harbaugh, Lola Mae Nettleton and Elva Jean Naylor; and also Lynnie Harbaugh of Redmond, Oregon..

Memorials may be directed to the South Waterloo Church of the Brethren, Northeast Iowa Food Bank, or Friendship Village.