He was born on July 17,1963, in Newton, NJ, to the late John and Helen McLaren. Harry graduated from High Point Regional in 1981.
He is predeceased by his parents and wife, Christine Gouger McLaren. He is survived by his sister, Diana; his brother, John; his nephews Evan and Raymond; his niece, Aileen; his partner, JoAnn Huff; and his many friends.
Harry will be remembered for his lifetime employment with Selective Insurance, his work with the Frankford Volunteer Fire Department, membership with the Red Knights, his love of travel, his passion for his truck and his great smile! He was a friendly and helpful fixture in his community – he will be sorely missed.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, from 10am to 12pm at Smith-McCracken Funeral Home, 63 High St, Newton, NJ. A Firemen’s service will take at 12 noon. Interment to follow at Marksboro Cemetery, 1042 NJ-94, Blairstown, NJ.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Frankford Township Volunteer Fire Department, P.O Box 419, Augusta, New Jersey 07822 or to Blue Ridge Rescue Squad, 151 US Highway 206, Augusta, NJ 07822.
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