Harry L Burdick

Harry L Burdick (formerly of Marion, Ohio) died on November 1st, 2026 in Hilliard, Ohio. Harry was born on February 27, 1937 in Hudson, Michigan. He graduated from Morenci (Michigan) High School and attended Oklahoma State University. Harry was also a United States Air Force veteran.

Harry served as Fire Chief at Margaretta Township Fire Department in Castalia, Ohio, Washington Township Fire Department in Centerville, Ohio, and Marion Township Fire Department in Marion, Ohio. Harry was the Assistant Fire Chief at Dhahran International Airport, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia as well as the Assistant Fire Chief for Battle Run Fire District, Prospect, Ohio.

Harry served his community as the Marion County Emergency Management Director after retiring from Wyandot Incorporated (Marion, Ohio) where he served as the Director of Safety.

Harry is survived by his two sons Patrick Burdick (Jill) of Hilliard, Ohio and Andrew Burdick of Carmel, Indiana. He is also survived by his two grandchildren Nathan and Anna Burdick of Hilliard, Ohio.

Harry was raised a Master Mason June 14, 1958 with the Morenci Lodge #95 and made a lifetime member in 1998. Harry was also a 32 degree Mason with the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Valley of Toledo.

The Tidd Family Funeral Home, 5265 Norwich St., Hilliard, OH 43026 (614)876-1722, assisted the family.  Please visit www.tiddfuneralservice.com to share your favorite memories and to send your condolences to the family.                                     Per Harry’s request, there will be no services. Friends can make a donation in Harry’s name to the organization that was very close to his heart, Battle Run Fire District 209 Battle St Prospect, Ohio 43342.