John B. Harbaugh ’66

John B. Harbaugh ’66 died at home in Indialantic, Florida, on September 3, 2018, from pancreatic cancer, which he had fought for two years. An educator, athlete, world traveler, and musician, John taught for 48 years—first in Brooklyn, then German and English at Satellite High School in Florida and German at Eastern Florida State College and Florida Tech. He learned his love of German from his father and learned to love music from his mother, a violist. He studied viola at the Aspen Music Festival and later played with the Brevard Symphony Orchestra. He frequently played guitar for his students and cherished the memory of his discussion with Bob Dylan one early morning in N.Y.C.’s West Village. John also wrote poetry and short stories. His collection, To the Corner and Back, details his wholesome childhood in Toledo, Ohio, where he attained Eagle Scout status at age 12. A lifelong athlete, he rowed for Dartmouth, coached the Space Coast Crew, and played golf, hiked, rode, ran, and skied. John supported causes for the environment and education and was an active member of the Cocoa Beach Community Church. He is remembered also for his bright smile, soft-spoken demeanor, positive support of others, and being a champion for peace and justice. He is survived by his wife, Pam, daughters Jessica and Brooke, and brothers Bryce and Ross. Donations may be made in his name to the Cocoa Beach Community Church, the Brevard Symphony Orchestra, or the Melbourne Chamber Music Society.