James Daniel Harmon

James Daniel Harmon, 63, of Lawrence, Kan., left this life on March 26, 2025, at his home. Jim was born June 21, 1961, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the son of Margaret (Kemerling) and William Harmon.
A long time resident of Lawrence, Jim graduated from Drury University, formerly Drury College, in Springfield, Mo. Jim started his career with the Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services in 1987 and worked for the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) for over thirty-five years, until his death. While at DCF, he was an EES Performance Improvement Program Administrator and Customer and Community Affairs Administrator for the Kansas City Region. He was an exceptional leader and mentor, always providing support and encouragement to everyone. He made a difference to so many lives in a positive way during his time with DCF. He was a beloved colleague by all who had the opportunity to work with him.
Jim was a devoted partner, son, brother and uncle. He served on the board for the Hope Care Center for many years and served as their secretary at the time of his death. Jim enjoyed collecting pottery and ceramics and spent many hours making beautiful flowers grow in his garden. He was a history buff who enjoyed sharing his knowledge of history with others.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Margaret and Bill, and his brother David. Survivors include his spouse, Eduardo Acuna, Lawrence, Kan.; his sister Mary Bayless (Allie), Kansas City, Mo.; sister-in-law Dee Harmon; nieces Kailey Wingo (Erick), Gracie Harmon, and Moira Harmon; nephews Jason Suiter, Soren Harmon, and Dylan Harmon; uncle Alan Kemerling (Jan), and aunt Louise Kemerling; sisters-in-law Sonia Acuna (Franklin), and Kattia Acuna; brother-in-law Randall Acuna (Jess) and niece Karina (Nina) Barquero Acuna, and lifelong friend Marty Hensley (Brady), Lawrence, Kan.
No memorial service is planned at this time. Donations can be made to the Hope Care Center in Kansas City, Mo. hopecarecenter.org