A special service will be dedicated to the life of Henry Harbaugh, D. D., a descendant of the founders of Harbaugh’s Valley. It will be held Sunday, October 22, 2017, at St. John’s UCC, located at 16907 Sabillasville Road in Sabillasville, at 11:00 a.m. Service will be followed by a light lunch in the church and, weather permitting, a tour of the Harbaugh Cemetery on the Royer farm. An SUV or truck will be the best means of transportation to and from the cemetery.
Rev. Harbaugh lived only fifty years, from October 28, 1817, to December 28, 1867. This service will emphasize his nearly inexhaustible works in the Reformed Church during his short life.
A pamphlet, compiled by Joan Bittner Fry, will be presented to those in attendance at the commemorative service. Pastor Mike Simane will deliver the message.
