Harlan Downing

Harlan E. Downing, 61, of Colby, died Thursday, July 23, 2020, at Citizens Medical Center, Colby. He was born September 22, 1958, in Colby, to Jerry and Lorraine (Miller) Downing. Harlan graduated from Atwood High School in 1976 and then studied HVAC and electric at the Salina Area Technical College. In 1979 Harlan started farming and did this job proudly until his death. Harlan married Mylinda Larsen on November 27, 1983, in Colby.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Downing; father-in-law, Dean Larsen and good friend Terry Wendell.

Harlan is survived by his wife Mylinda; sons, Michael (Crystal) Downing and Brian (Callie) Downing; grandchildren, Lovan and Abigail Downing; mother, Lorraine Downing; brother, Keith (MaryAnn) Downing; sister, Karren Gatlin and mother-in-law, Patricia Larsen.

Visitation will be 5-7:00 p.m. Monday, July 27, 2020 at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. A private graveside service will take place at Linda Cemetery, Rawlins County, KS. Harlan wanted to have his life celebrated. Due to COVID, the family will hold this celebration at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the organization of your choosing and can be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com