Photo courtesy of Varner Funeral Home - Sligo
Feb 24, 1940 - Jan 6, 2026 (Age 85)
True to the family values, Duane was always honest and his work was top notch. He will be missed by family and friends and held in high regard by all who knew him. Rest in peace, cousin!
Sylvia
January 11, 2026 | Family
Thinking of you!! What a great man!!!! I will miss him coming into Perkins and always smiling xoxo
Jodi Jack
January 10, 2026 | Sligo, PA | Friend
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Tom Radaker
January 09, 2026 | Friend
Lana, Dan and I were so sorry to hear of Duane’s passing. We are praying for God’s comfort for all of his family now and in the days ahead until we are all together again. There is no doubt that the gates of heaven opened wide for his arrival. He is surrounded by so many loved ones!
Dan and Kim Overly
January 08, 2026 | Karns City, PA | Family
We are so sorry to read of Duane's passing. Duane always treated us well when he repaired our vehicles. A gentle giant with a friendly smile. Your healing is complete. You will be missed by family, friends, and the community.
Rita and Loren Logue
January 07, 2026 | Other
James Duane Harriger, 85 of Sligo, left us peacefully and joined his family in heaven on January 6, 2026.
He was born February 24, 1940, on the family farm and was the son of Rudell G. and Sara A. (Shook) Harriger.
Duane graduated from Clarion HS and Vale Technical Institute. Soon after graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army Reserves for two years and was then called for active duty. He was stationed at Fort McClellan in Alabama, with the 323 Chemical Unit. After his years of service, Duane worked for Erie Insurance, and was the proud co-owner of Harriger Autobody.
He was also the tax collector for over 40 years for Monroe Township.
Duane married the love of his life, Lana Beabout Harriger on September 14, 1996 and she survives.
He was a member of the former Lions Club in Sligo. He was also an Elder in his past churches that he attended.
In his spare time he enjoyed traveling, going to flea markets, tractor/car shows, as with visiting with neighbors, friends, and family, especially his grandchildren. He had a deep appreciation for his family history and sharing stories with all.
Family meant everything to Duane, and was lovingly known as the Drut and Pa.
He is survived by his wife, a daughter, Leeann Whitaker of Baltimore, MD., his son, Michael L. Harriger and wife, Becky of Sligo, a grandson, Justin Whitaker and wife Emily of Baltimore MD., a granddaughter, Allison L. Baker and husband Eric of Sligo, a sister Gloria Campbell, of Salem, MA., a sister in law, Maxine Harriger of Sligo, and several nephews and nieces.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Gary R. Harriger, a sister, Carolyn Williams, as with two nephews, Steve and Bradley Harriger, a niece, Tammy Zacherl, and his son in law, Jay Whitaker.
The family would like to give a special thank you to his caregiver Deb Corle and Clarion VNA/Hospice, for their excellent care, companionship, and compassion.
Duane’s family will receive friends from 2-4PMand 6-9PM on Friday, January 9, 2026 at Varner Funeral Home in Sligo. Additional viewing will be held from 10 AM to 11 AM on Saturday January 10, 2026 at the Sligo Presbyterian Church. The funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM with Pastor Ray Eichler, officiating.
Military Honors will be accorded by Ceremonial Squads with the American Legion Post 454 and the VFW Post 7132 of Rimersburg.
Interment will take place at Churchville Cemetery.
The family suggests memorial donations be made to Clarion VA/Hospice, 271 Perkins Road, Clarion, PA 16214.
Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting http://www.Varnerfuneralhome.com
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