Harriett-Runnells-Obituary

Harriett Elizabeth Runnells

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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RUNNELLS - Harriett Elizabeth (Remington) Runnells died peacefully on June 28, 2009 in Hinsdale, IL. For most of her life, she resided in the Grand Rapids area. She was born at Blodgett Hospital on May 18, 1920, the daughter of Ellsworth and Sarah Rooks (Beesley) Remington. She graduated from...

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I'll miss Harriett......she was like a second mom ...Great Lady

Dave: Your mother's death has brought back wonderful memories of her, of you, of your father, and of your grandmother. Our grandmothers were dear friends. I can see your dad walking around Reeds Lake to meet your mom at Gaslight Village for lunch. My OHHS memories are, of course, great. And then there's your mom.. Her warmth, GREAT sense of humor, honesty, strength as a woman. She was a role model for me as one who led the pack with integrity and a smile. I hope that now, you can lean into...

Harriett, you taught me so much more than real estate; you taught me how to conduct myself in a straightforward, honest fashion. You had great strength of character and one always knew where they stood with you. I adored you; I loved working for you. You will be missed. Thanks
for the laughs and the friendship.

Harriett: We all miss that "old gang of ours" at Village Belles. We had such good times working as well as having fun. You and Ruby taught us so much, it was a pleasure to work with and for you. Go MSU! My sympathies to your family. Sincerely, Jane Nelson

As a former Village Belle, I have many fun memories of Harriett. She had a great sence of humor and was a pleasure to work for. My husband and I bought our home from her after I left the company. My sympathy is with the family.

Harriett, I can still see you at the back of the office of Village Belles, waving your arms and laughing that wonderful all out laugh of yours, telling us some funny real estate escapade or precious tale of the latest adventure of your children or grandchildren. You loved them so. Being the baby Belle back in the day and having recently lost my mother, you and Ruby helped me along and I pretty much grew up at Village Belles. I know my graditude is shared with the many women you and Ruby...