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Wade Mickelson
April 9, 2019
Randy was one of the nicest guys I have ever met, and I mean a real nice guy. Not some kind of fake nice but real, with a smile big as the world. I wish that everyone could be as nice as him. Easy to talk to and fun to be around. A genuine good guy that will be missed by all that knew him. Rest in peace Randy.
Bone
April 19, 2017
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to Tina and the kids And to Floyd , Irene, Renee, Jon and their families also. Harv was my best childhood friend growing up We did everything together His folks would bring me along on ski trips, state fair, and alot of their family trips. Floyd gave me my 1st real job that I made actual money! They are family to me and I would like all of them to know how grateful I am for everything. Thank you.
Harv and I drifted apart since 81 when i left on a bike trip and ended up in AZ But whenever i came back somewhere we bump into each other and have a beer and reminise bout old times and laugh alot. He was truly a great guy God bless you Harv.... I love you bro ...
James and Brenda Wright
April 19, 2017
Family of Randy, Our Sincere Sympathy is extended to everyone. Your hearts are aching with the pain of his loss, but his memories will always be within your hearts and will be remembered forever. Jim and Brenda Wright
Phil Tharaldson
April 19, 2017
Lots of memories on the ball field and hanging around after a game, That will be there forever. Many thoughts go out to the family.
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Nick,Jody, Mike & Colson DeCarlo
April 19, 2017
Tina and kids, Floyd and Irene and extended family, we are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our warmest condolences. We are so very thankful that we had Randy as our friend and a great friend he was! We will always cherish the great times we had together. We will miss his smile and his always happy attitude. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of need. Rest in peace Harv!
Alan Holk
April 18, 2017
My deepest sympathy to Tina and the kids, Floyd and Irene, and extended family and friends. Randy was a great friend to me and many others. I too had the pleasure of being in the same class of '80, and had many great memories with Randy. I remember giving him a ride to either the store or home after school many days and shared many of laughs together. In the more recent years, we didn't see as much of each other as I had wished but then we all have our own families and lives going on. I will forever remember Randy by that same smile and laugh of his. Just remember, the body may die but his spirit will live on forever in our hearts. He will be watching from his Heavenly home over all of you! God Bless you all and Rest in Peace my old friend. See you on the other side!
wade mickelson
April 18, 2017
Sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family. I know i will miss that smile.
Sherri Gottsman
April 18, 2017
Tina, Karen, Amanda, and Garrett:
We are so sorry for your loss. We will miss his smile and easy going personality. Our thoughts are with you.
Rod Mackay, Sherri Gottsman and Trai Schmidt
Bonnie Keyes
April 18, 2017
Tina and Kids, Thinking of you and sending love and prayers.
Jodi Gruchow
April 17, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Paul Hetrick
April 17, 2017
Tina our thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids.
Mark VonBank
April 17, 2017
4/17/'17 to Tina and the Harvala Families, my prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Randy was a kind and caring person who had a wonderful and Happy smile. May your memories of him be close to your heart. Go Rest High On That Mountain Randy and Rest In Peace my friend. With Heartfelt Prayers, Mark J.VonBank- Park Rapids, Minnesota.
Missy n Bill Hamblin
April 17, 2017
My condolences to Tina and kids. Randy was a truly amazing nice caring man. I will miss his smiling face at work. He always said hi or morning to me. He will truly be missed. My thoughts n prayers are with you all.
Curtis Lesmeister
April 17, 2017
My condolences to Randy's family and all who knew him. It was with great sorrow I learned of his passing. As a fellow member of the Class of 1980 my main memory of Randy is from Middle School, where my thoughts of him are as being a gentle giant. I'd only talked to him a couple times in the intervening years, but I will always remember him as a great guy. He will be missed.
Jennifer Skaro
April 17, 2017
Tina, Karen, Amanda & Garrett, Very sorry for your loss. I'll always remember Randy's big smile and laugh.
April 15, 2017
First, I my heart goes out to you Tina. I've known you nearly as long as Harv, well before you two got together. I know you love with your whole self and your whole self is hurting so badly right now. There is also so much pain to see your children and grandchildren feel the same loss.
I haven't seen Harv in 25-30 years, but still remember his laughter. How he would make people laugh and more comfortable even in those places where there wasn't much to be happy about. He loved to have fun and brought fun to everyone around him. Our hearts are VERY heavy, but someday not to long for some of us we will hear that infectious laughter again. Continue to make people happy where you are my dear friend, this world will miss you!
Judy Mattson
April 15, 2017
So sorry for your loss Tina and family. Randy will be missed by many! Our deepest condolences! Russ and Judy Mattson
Rhonda Hughes Maaninga
April 14, 2017
Randy "Harv" inadvertently had a huge impact on my life: When I was in 5th grade my mom allowed me to go downhill skiing with her group of friends... Harv patiently stayed on the bunny hill with my sister and I while the rest of the group went off to ski. I recall his great kindness and knowledge, as he watched me ski and gave pointers. Indeed, with his guidance, I learned to love to ski! After Val Chatel closed when I was in the 8th grade, I longed for a skiing partner. A few years after high school, I met such a partner and married him! We even downhill skied on our honeymoon! Today, while saddened by the loss, I ponder a gratitude that we were blessed with Harv on this earth. These photos were pulled from my mom's old box of photos with the hope that his family and friends may enjoy them. I pray that we may find peace and joy in these sweet memories. He was a great guy! God bless.
April 14, 2017
Tina and family:
So very sorry to hear this. Randy was an awesome guy. He will be missed.
God bless
-Em and Roger Fell
Debbie Lempola
April 14, 2017
I'm so sorry, had a blast camping with Randy. Great guy! Our prayers.
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