Jean E. Harper Obituary
We bid farewell to Jean E. Harper of Hanover, Pennsylvania, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 21, 2025 at the age of 84. Jean touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jean E. Harper to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Hubert Tucker Burgan, Sr. and Jean Burgan (Rooney); her husband G. Gordon Harper; and her niece Marie McGuire. She is survived by: her children, Victor S. Harper of Hagerstown, MD, Jeanna Harper Tolentino (Michael) of Hanover, PA, Gregory A. Harper (Samantha) of Delaware and Jennifer L. Shirk (C. Edward) of Hanover, PA; her grandchildren, Anthony G. Harper, Nicholas E. Shirk (Tiara), Reagan A. Harper, Clayton T. Shirk (Megan), Jack G. Harper, Savana H. Tolentino and Dominick M. Tolentino; her great grandchildren, Lukas, Sophia, Elizabeth and Thomas; her brother Hubert Burgan, Jr. (Helen); her nephew David Burgan (Kelly); and her nephew-in-law Frank McGuire.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Jean's memory to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Foundation, P.O. Box 781352, Philadelphia, PA 19178-1352, in honor of her great-granddaughter's early health challenges.
