Harold J. Searles Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Harold J. Searles in Penn Yan, New York, born in Montour Falls, New York, who passed away on April 6, 2026 at the age of 88. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Norma Conley Searles; his siblings, Joe Searles, Wayne Searles and Patricia Searles; and his parents, Horace Searles and Hildred Searles (Vanzile).

He is survived by: his children, Gary Searles, Lynda Searles Cauwels and Andrew Searles; his grandchildren, Nicole Cauwels Arias and Nathan Cauwels (Hattie Joe); and his great grandchildren, Makayla Arias, Gypsy Joe Cauwels and Atlas Cauwels. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and a broad circle of family and friends.

His family and friends will remember him not only for his contributions to the trucking industry but for the warmth and laughter he brought to every room.