Eugene A. "Pop" Harto

Eugene A. "Pop" Harto obituary, Milltown, NJ

Eugene A. "Pop" Harto

Eugene Harto Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bronson & Guthlein Funeral Home - Milltown on Jul. 2, 2025.

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Eugene A. Harto, formerly of Milltown, NJ passed away on June 30, 2025 at Mira Vie at East Brunswick. He was 95 years old. Born in New Brunswick, NJ, Eugene was a resident of Milltown, NJ for most of his life. He proudly served his country in the US Navy during the Korean War. He was employed over 30 years as an Operating Engineer for Local 825. He was affectionately known as "Pop". He was tough as nails, to say the least, and will be sadly missed by his family.

Predeceased by his beloved wife of 68 years Mitzie in 2022 and his grandson Jason. Eugene is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Eugene and Barbara Harto of Pennsylvania, daughter and son-in-law Diane Harto and Jim Statlander of Virginia, and son and daughter-in-law David and Angela Harto of East Brunswick; 7 grandchildren Joey, Genny, Laura, Leah, Kate and Dan; and 11 great grandchildren.

Services are private under the direction of the Bronson and McNamara Memorial Home of Milltown, NJ.

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