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Trooper Walter Kenneth Harsey
1933 - 2022
Trooper Walter Kenneth Harsey
1933 - 2022
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BORN
1933
DIED
2022
Trooper Walter Harsey Obituary
Trooper Ken Harsey, 89, of Blountstown, FL passed away Saturday, August 20, 2022. Ken was born on July 21, 1933 in Wildwood, FL to Clifton Walter and Kelsia Catherine Harsey.
Ken retired from the Florida Highway Patrol after 40 1/2 years of service. He was a member of the Lynn Haven Methodist Church. Ken coached youth baseball, football, and volunteered.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifton W. and Kelsia C. Harsey; daughter, Carol Parrish; and sister, Ruth Carrol.
Ken was survived by his three sons, Walt Harsey of Bristol, FL, Larkin Harsey of Sunny Hills, FL, and Hud Harsey of Altha, FL; two sisters: Martha Capelluto of Tallahassee, FL and Linda Thomas of Atlanta, GA; son-in-law, Richard Parrish of Blountstown, FL; three grandchildren: Lt. Wes Harsey of Marianna, FL, Jordan Harsey of Blountstown, FL, and Triston Harsey of Panama City, FL; and five great-grandchildren, Jacob Wade, Hunter Harsey, Joanna Wade, Jackson Harsey, and Blakely Williams.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at Southerland Family Funeral Home with Rev. Chris Goodman officiating. Interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery in Wildwood, FL at a later date.
The family will receive friends from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. prior to the service.
For those who cannot attend the funeral service, it can be viewed online at www.southerlandfamily.com beginning at 9:50 a.m.
20 Entries
Letitia LeBlanc Clark
October 9, 2022
My thoughts and Prayers go out to his sons.Mr.Harsey was a great Man and Fathers.He lived his children.
Michael H. Sarra
September 1, 2022
Offering our sincere condolences during this time of deep sorrow. May God be with the family during this time of deep sorrow.
Mayo(Chase) Johnston
August 30, 2022
Dear family
So sorry for yr loss Ken was a fine man. I knew him both professionally And personally for many years.
John Zappone
August 24, 2022
Rest in Peace sir. It was a pleasure knowing you.
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Cody Vestal
August 24, 2022
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Mark McLeod
August 23, 2022
I will always remember Trooper Ken Harsey as a hero. He served our state and communities as a legend in law enforcement. He also served our community helping develop so many through sports. I remember he and my Dad on a hot July day flipping burgers while fundraising for our youth programs. I am thankful for this fine man. We need so many more Ken Harsey's.
Rufus Blanton
August 23, 2022
Ken was the greatest man I have ever known. He attended my wedding in April of 1967 in Wildwood Baptist Church. Our SGT. Told him he could not take off to attend my wedding. At the Ken was assigned to Lake County and the wedding was in Sumter Co. When I went to the back of the church I saw a FHP car. When I entered the church I saw Ken. He had a smile on his face and said you didn’t think he was going to stop me from attending your wedding. Ken was a very strong and a real man. I will alway remember Ken being a true friend. I loved this man.
Pam Page
August 23, 2022
Rest in Peace to the Legend, remembered by us all with wonderful stories! Retired Deputy Marvin Page & Pam Page
Donna Gayle Still
August 23, 2022
You were a Trooper in more ways than one to me. You were my “Uncle Bubber” who always picked at me and loved me. You kept me out of trouble and protected me. You were a Highway Trooper to be proud of. You will never be forgotten.
Wanda Corbin
August 23, 2022
Watched the service online. Wes, you did a great job! You honored Ken & paid a great tribute. God bless you.
Michele Ribarts
August 23, 2022
Harsey is the reason my husband got into law enforcement. He was a wonderful man and will be truly missed. Rest in peace. Much love Harsey.
Rebekah White
August 23, 2022
He was such a good friend to my grandfather. Such an honorable man. He will be greatly missed.
Sherry Reid
August 23, 2022
One of my fondest memories of Ken was of him carrying a small child into the FHP station when the parent had been arrested for DUI. He was a caring human being and a champion for children ALWAYS. He was not just my co-worker, he was my friend and will be greatly missed. Rest in peace, my friend.
Johnny Baker
August 22, 2022
You were a good friend and I will miss you my brother. Rest in peace.
Skip Carroll
August 22, 2022
Legendary Officer on the FHP, father, grandfather and uncle. You will be missed Uncle Kenneth (Bubba) but we will meet again.
Skip
Ryan Sandlin
August 21, 2022
A super baseball coach and no nonsense man of honor.
August 21, 2022
I am very sorry for your loss. My condolences to your family.
Rick Sylvester
Douglas Bastendorf
August 21, 2022
I will always remember you my friend, thank you for your service. Many lighthearted moments in law enforcement and lessons learned.
Sherry Bruening
August 20, 2022
The stories about Trooper Harsey are legend! One hell of a man and one hell of a Law Enforcement Officer that all of the young troops strived to be like! He loved his children and always stood for right versus wrong! The world lost a Great Man the day he passed!
Billy Harris
August 20, 2022
He was one of a kind.
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