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Ronald Harkness Obituary

Ronald William Harkness (Kreis)

Charlotte

Age 79, died June 3, 2016.  Mr. Harkness was born February 2, 1937 in Lansing, a son of Conrad and Flora "Betty" (Lusk) Kreis. He was a retired master upholsterer. 

Surviving are his wife of 41 years, Katherine; four children, Daniel, Kirk, Ronald and Ronda; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; sister, Carol (John) Pottruff; brother, Richard Kreis; nieces and nephews. 

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 2-5 P.M. Friday, June 10, 2016, at Field & Leik Funeral Home, Dimondale.  Contributions may be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care, 2675 S. Cochran, Charlotte, MI 48813.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Jun. 7, 2016.

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June 15, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear about Ron. Kathy I just got the message from Beth last night June 14. Ron was one of the good guys.again I'm sorry. Bonnie Cervantes Cumberworth

Lillian Cordell (Sisco)

June 9, 2016

May your memories sooth you through the days ahead.

Brandi Reuther

June 8, 2016

My sincerest sympathies to you all. Ron was a great man and I have lots of loving memories of him. It truly broke my heart when I heard the news. Thankful he is at peace though.

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