Jairus Wilson Harlow

Jairus Wilson Harlow 

May 9, 1949-August 17, 2024

Jairus Wilson Harlow of Union Mills, Indiana passed away suddenly on August 17, 2024. He was 75 years old. He was born in Rensselaer, Indiana to Wilson and Rose Harlow.

Jairus was a graduate of La Porte High School and attended Purdue North Central. He enlisted in the United States Army and served in Vietnam. Following his military service, he began a long career as an over-the-road truck driver. He retired from Howmet in 2015 and enjoyed his retirement years spending time with his family and friends.

Jairus is survived by his wife, of 29 years, Kristine Harlow, three sons, Kerry (Melissa) Harlow, Jason (Lisa), Josh (Lindsey), and one stepson, Jason (Sarah) Ott. He is also survived by two brothers, Mike Harlow, Kirk (Vivian) Harlow, and his sister, Marcia Harlow. Also surviving are twelve grandchildren, Kody (Jessica) Harlow, Kylie Harlow, Morgan (Kyle) Smith, Ethen Harlow, Peyton Harlow, Mason Harlow, Gavin Smith, Layla Smith, Jaxon Ott, and Colton Ott. Surviving great grandchildren are Crew Smith, Bronx Smith, and Brenner Smith. He was predeceased by his parents, Wilson and Rose Harlow and one brother, Dave Harlow, and his brother-in-law, Jonathan Carlson.

Jerry, as he was known to everyone, was happiest when he was with his family. Jerry faithfully remembered each family member on their birthday with a call or a message.

The Union Mills American Legion, Post 295, played a major role in his life. He served as the Post’s Adjutant for over 40 years. On any given day, you would find Jerry at the Post doing maintenance work or book work. He was a proud American and a proud Army veteran. 

Jerry will be remembered as a person you could count on. If you needed anything, he would drop what he was doing and be right there. He loved his family, his Legion family, and his community.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made in Jerry’s memory to the Union Mills American Legion, Post 295, at 710 Water St., Union Mills, Indiana 46382.

Arrangements are being entrusted to Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 602 Maple Ave., LaPorte, IN. A life celebration will be held at Union Mills Cemetery, on Monday, August 26, 2024 at 11 a.m. with Deacon Natalie Bloomquist officiating. Cremation has taken place, interment will follow. Family will be hosting a dinner at the American Legion Post 295 following interment. 

Online condolences may be made at www.haverstockfuneralhome.com.