Jesse Edward Harkleroad

Jesse E. Harkleroad, age 88, of Fairfield, Ohio passed away on Wednesday September 16, 2026, at his home. He was born March 4, 1938, in London, KY to the late Archilles and Nancy (McFadden) Harkleroad. Jesse was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. He was the President of Hamilton Monkeys and was very proud of that accomplishment. Jesse loved fishing and traveled all over to fish in different areas and enjoyed bowling in the Monkeys bowling league for many years. Jesse is survived by his wife of 52 years Sonia (Halcomb) Harkleroad; his children Rick (Connie) Baker, Rock (Debbie) Baker and Dave (Martha) Baker; 10 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 6 great great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Jesse was also preceded in death by his 3 brothers; 7 sisters and his granddaughter Natalie Marquis. Visitation on Tuesday September 22, 2026, at The Webster Funeral Home, 3080 Homeward Way at Route 4, Fairfield from 12:00pm until the time of the funeral service at 1:00pm with Pastor Vince Marquis officiating. Burial to follow at Butler County Memorial Park, Trenton, Ohio. Online condolences can be made at www.websterfuneralhomes.com.