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James F. "Jim" Harns

James F. "Jim" Harns obituary, Lansing, MI

James Harns Obituary

James "Jim" F. Harns Lansing Went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at the age of 65 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born June 12, 1945 to James and Shirley (Lapp) Harns in Lansing, MI. Jim was the C.O.O. of Saline Community Hospital. He retired from Eaton Rapids Medical Center where he was the Human Resources Director. Jim was a former member of the Saline Kiwanis Club and the Capital City Toastmasters. Preceding him in death was his father. He is survived by his wife, of 44 years, Diane (Cleveland) Harns; daughter, Dana Harns; son, Daniel (Leila) Harns; granddaughter, October Harns; mother, Shirley; sister, Claudette Holmberg; brothers, Philip, Vern, Jeffery and Allan Harns; as well as several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 7, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. from the Riverview Church at 3585 Willoughby Rd Holt, MI 48842. Family will receive friends Thursday evening from 5-8 p.m at Chapel in the Pines Funeral Home. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to either Eaton Community Hospice or McLaren Visiting Nurse & Hospice in Jim's name. For online condolences please visit www.ChapelinthePinesFuneralHome.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Jan. 6, 2011.

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Bob Royce

June 12, 2024

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! You're misssed

Terri Stevenson

January 6, 2011

I had the pleasure of working with Jim at Eaton Rapids Medical Center. Jim was a very kind and thoughtful person. I feel truly blessed to have had the pleasure of working with him. He often shared stories about his family and I enjoyed his fellowship. He was a great guy.
My deepest sympathy.

Carrie Crothers

January 6, 2011

I'm truly sorry to hear about Jim. I had the pleasure of working with Jim at Eaton Rapids Medical Center and I was really sad when he retired. His family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

vicky symons

January 6, 2011

I'm deeply saddened by the the death of JIm.He was truly one of the nicest men i have ever had the honor of knowing.My thoughts and prayer are with his family.
Vicky Symons

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