Harry R. Orr Jr. Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Harry R. Orr Jr. of Newark, Ohio, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Harry left this world on April 24, 2025 at the age of 94, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Harry R. Orr Jr. to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry R. Orr, Sr. and Gladys Lees; his wife Shirley Joanne Orr; and his significant other Mary Lou Debevoise. He is survived by: his children, Ron Orr and Sherri Orr; his grandson Casey Orr; his brother Orville Orr (Audrey); and his close friends, Linda, Cathy, Bob Graves, Skip, Denna Fullerton and Sherry Lemaster. He is also survived by nieces; great-nephews.

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Brucker & Kishler Funeral Home

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April 27, 2025

Jack Dicke wrote a sympathy message

“I was very sad to hear of Harry's passing. I've only known Harry for a couple of years. We met while playing euchre at the Newark Moose Lodge. He sure loved to euchre me. My prayers go out to Sherri and Ron for their unfortunate loss. Sincerely, Jack and Nora Dicke”

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985 N 21st St, Newark, OH 43055

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