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Andrew Harkless Obituary
Andrew Harkless, 84, of Akron, passed away on June 27, 2014.
He was born in Philipsburg, Pa. on January 4, 1930 to the late Carlisle and Josephine Harkless. He retired from General Tire after over 40 years of service. In his free time, Andy liked fishing, camping, and hunting. When his children were younger, Andy often vacationed in Philipsburg. He could be seen carrying a shepherd's staff with numerous children trailing behind him on their way to Little Dutch swimming hole.
In addition to his parents; he was preceded in death by his sisters, Kathleen Dullen and Janet Hummel; brothers, Charles Harkless and Duane Harkless; and granddaughter, Sara Baer, his beloved Angel. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 64 years, Ruth; daughters, Ruth Ann Baer, Gloria Escajeda, and Mary Jane Beck; son, Andrew L. Harkless; brothers, Donald Harkless and Richard Harkless; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Family and friends may call on Sunday, June 29, 2014 from 2 to 4 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron. Visitation will be held Monday, June 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Beezer Heath Funeral Home, 719 E. Spruce St., Philipsburg, Pa., where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Interment at Philipsburg Cemetery. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAkron.com.
NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 330-784-3334
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Sponsored by Akron Beacon Journal.
July 12, 2014
To the Harkless Family, Bob and I are real sorry to here of Andy's passing. We had great times together and we will deeply miss him.
Bob and Margie Duesenberry
Missy Morrison-Philpot
June 29, 2014
To the entire family......I am so sorry for this tremendous loss. I am sending you all many prayers for comfort, and lots of hugs. My heart breaks for you all. Much love to everyone
Missy Morrison Philpot
Phil & Katy Wallace
June 29, 2014
Ruth, & Family,
So sorry, to hear about Andy. He was a good neighbor. We will be praying, for your family. May God, comfort, & keep you, in his loving care. Heaven awaits, all who trust, in Christ, as their Lord, & Savior.
Barbie Lasser (Langham)
June 28, 2014
Harkless family - I am so sorry to hear about Andy. We've known your family for over 55 years. Can't remember how many years. I now have 45 years with General (now Conti Tire) and I used to see Andy sometimes at work when I would take a walk at lunchtime. He was always the nicest man. Ruth, Ruth Ann, Gloria, Mary Jane and Butch - I am so so sorry for your loss.
Dee beck
June 28, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Patti and Rich Kilbride and Dee Beck.
Melietta Gordon
June 28, 2014
Gloria, just wanted to let you know you're in my thoughts and prayers. You're family has always meant so much to me. I know you loved you're daddy. Glad he's at peace. Lv ya
Jeanne & David Johnson
June 28, 2014
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Andy. You are all in our thoughts and prayers, but his memory will be in your hearts forever. Love ya!
The Staff of Newcomer Funeral Home
June 28, 2014
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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