Harold R. Hildreth

Harold R. Hildreth obituary

Harold R. Hildreth

Harold Hildreth Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Meeks Mortuary & Crematory - Washington Street Chapel on Aug. 24, 2025.

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Harold R. Hildreth, 95, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Signature Health Care in Muncie.

Harold was born on April 12, 1930, in Muncie, the son of Ernest and Letha (Lambert) Hildreth. He served in the United States Army and was stationed in Alaska during the Korean War. He married Mary Ann Newkirk and she preceded him. Before retirement he worked at Delco Battery, Griffith Sales and Service, T and H Sales and Service, and Jack Smith R.V.

He is survived by his son, Richard Hildreth of Anderson, and brother Paul Hildreth of Gaston.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ann Hildreth; two brothers and four sisters.

There are no public service being planned and Harold will be cremated.

All arrangements are entrusted to The Meeks Mortuary and Crematory, Washington Street Chapel and online condolences may be left for the family at www.meeksmortuary.com

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