Photo courtesy of Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel - Hobart
Hobart, Indiana
Mar 31, 1952 – Apr 11, 2023
Gary Allen Harkins, age 71 of Portage, passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2023. He was born on March 31, 1952 in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania to the late George and Thelma Harkins. On June 12, 1976, he married Lynda Kulp in Hobart, Indiana. Gary retired from being a self-employed Carpenter. In his free time, Gary enjoyed being outdoors. He liked to fish and wanted to be outdoors even when it was cold outside. Being from Pennsylvania, he was a huge Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Above all, he loved his family and cherished spending time with his grandkids.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Lynda Harkins (nee Kulp); son, Michael Harkins and his daughter, Paige Harkins; daughter, Kristy Harkins and her sons, Dylan Harkins and Lucas Moore; his siblings, Carol (Noel) Cruz, Danny Harkins, John (Norma) Harkins; and many loving nieces, nephews, family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Thelma Harkins; sister, Patricia Stewart; and brother, Glenn Harkins.
A private Celebration of Gary’s Life will take place at a later date. Cremation was entrusted to Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel, 600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart. For more information, please call (219) 942-2109. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.
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In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Dawn M jones
May 03, 2023 | Mattoon, IL | Family
My condolences to Linda and Michael and Kristy he will be truly missed I had alot of fond memories of gary we had get together me and my family and he was such a loving person to be around love your niece dawn eaton
Dawn Jones
May 03, 2023 | Mattoon, IL | Family
Seen Gary at store one day,and we got to talking about working at Sears together and some other topics next thing we know about half-hour later Gary said he better find Lynda because she was probably done shopping, Gary was a Good Man & he would say if you need anything give me a call, You'll be missed by alot of people, RIP My Friend, Andrew
Andrew Castagna
April 21, 2023 | Portage, IN | Friend
Gary and I worked together for Randy Ralls. We were the same age. I just randomly ran across his obituary. I was saddened to read of his recent passing. Gary was a good man. I am grateful to have known him. I offer my sincere condolences.
Jim Slayton.
Jim Slayton
April 17, 2023 | Friend
I will never forget the kindness you showed me. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ray Nale
April 17, 2023 | Tucson, AZ | Family
In loving memory of a great man, I was lucky to have in my life when I was growing up. Condolences to Lynda, Gary's children, and grandchildren.
Wanda Rosales
April 16, 2023 | Casa Grande, AZ | Family
My sincere condolences. May he rest in peace
Tara Peek
April 14, 2023 | Michigan City, In, IN
I’m going to miss you so much daddy. The boys and I love you so much.❤ Thank you for being an amazing grandpa and taking such good care of us always. You and mom were great parents. I’m lucky to have you as my father. forever
April 14, 2023 | Daughter
You will be missed very much .
Dale Broadway
April 13, 2023 | Portage, IN | Family