The Green Bay Packers community continues to honor the legacy of former team president and chief executive Bob Harlan following his recent passing. The organization has now announced the arrangements for a memorial service that will celebrate the life of one of the most influential figures in franchise history.
A public celebration of life for Harlan is scheduled for March 16 in Green Bay, where family members, former players, team officials and fans are expected to gather. The event will give the community an opportunity to reflect on Harlan’s decades of leadership and the lasting impact he had on the organization.
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Green Bay Packers president and CEO Ed Policy on the field during Green Bay Packers Family Night on Aug. 2, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.
Harlan served as Packers president from 1989 until his retirement in 2007, guiding the franchise through one of the most transformative periods in its history. During his tenure the team returned to national prominence while maintaining its unique community ownership structure.
One of the most pivotal decisions of Harlan’s leadership came when he hired Ron Wolf as general manager in the early 1990s. That move helped reshape the roster and ultimately led to the arrival of quarterback Brett Favre, setting the stage for a Super Bowl championship during the 1996 season.
Green Bay Packers Release Update About Bob Harlan’s Funeral
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The franchise has released an update about the former CEO and president’s funeral. This is detailed more in a report posted by the team’s official website.
Arrangements have been announced for the late Bob Harlan and will take place on Monday, March 16.
St. Francis Xavier Cathedral in Green Bay will host a visitation from 11 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., to be followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 2 p.m.
Beyond the success on the field, Harlan played a major role in modernizing Lambeau Field and strengthening the financial stability of the franchise. His work helped ensure the team remained competitive while preserving the traditions that define football in Green Bay.
As plans for the memorial service move forward, the Packers community continues reflecting on Harlan’s remarkable contributions. The upcoming celebration of life will serve as a final tribute to a leader whose vision helped guide the franchise into a new era of success.
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