David A. Harken
BARTONVILLE -- David A. Harken, age 67, of Bartonville passed away Friday, April 17, 2020, at 8:58 p.m. at his residence.
He was born Jan. 2, 1953, in Peoria to Warner L. and Shirley (Cawley) Harken. He married Valerie Uphoff on Nov. 22, 1975, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Bartonville. She survives along with his mother, Shirley Harken of Peoria, one son, Joshua (Kelly) Harken of Peoria, four grandchildren: Noah, A.J., Mason, Eliza, two brothers: Steve (Sherry) Harken of Peoria, Raymond Harken of Cedar Rapids, IA, two brothers-in-law: Dennis (Nancy) Uphoff of Beason, IL, Doug (Deanna) Uphoff of Champaign, IL, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, three infant children: Dalynn, Kenner, and Bart, his father-in-law and mother-in-law: Kenneth and Catherine Uphoff, and one sister-in-law, Lori Harken.
David graduated from Limestone High School in 1971, then went into the United States Army, where he spent 30 months in Germany. Following his time in the Military he worked for 23 years as an Installation Supervisor for TCI Cablevision, then worked for Advanced Technology Services, then retired from G&D Transport in 2015.
He was a lifelong member of St John's Lutheran Church in Bartonville, member of the Peoria Elks Lodge 20, Bartonville American Legion Post 979, and the Bartonville VFW Post 3883.
David enjoyed bowling, reading, watching the History Channel, and NASCAR. He also loved spending time with his family, friends, and most of all his grandchildren. He never met a stranger and was a friend to all.
Due to the Covid-19 virus, private graveside services will be in St John's Lutheran Church Cemetery. There will be a celebration of David's life at a later date. Davison-Fulton Bartonville Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to St John's Lutheran Church or the St. Jude Bartonville-to-Peoria run.
You may view Davis's obituary online at www.davison-fultonbartonvillechapel.com.

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Published by Peoria Journal Star from Apr. 18 to Apr. 20, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for David Harken

Sponsored by Davison-Fulton/Bartonville Chapel.

15 Entries

JIM MURRAY

April 21, 2020

DAVE AND I WERE FOOTBALL MANAGERS FOR GEORGE KASAP IN 1971. I HAD A GREAT AND FUN TIME WORKING WITH DAVE. THIS IS ONE OF MY BEST MEMORIES AT LIMESTONE. TO THE ENTIRE HARKEN FAMILY YOU HAVE MY SYMPATHYS. THANK YOU DAVE FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY. REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND.

Greg Hamilton

April 21, 2020

Val and family, I remember David well from Limestone. Always a pleasure for me to be around. Wish I could have stayed in touch with him better. My prayers for blessings of good memories and healing. Godspeed Dave.

April 20, 2020

Val, and family. So sorry to hear of your loss. Too many family members dying to cancer in the past 2 years. You have our prayers and condolences.
Pam and Fred Dawson

Conne Bader

April 20, 2020

I am so sorry Val, this really breaks my heart, he was one of our favorite customers here at the bank. He will be greatly missed. Hugs and Prayers to you as you go through this time..

Sue Poston

April 20, 2020

Val, I know it has been many years ago that we've seen each other, but I just wanted to reach out to you. Dave was such a down-to-earth man & such a good guy! I'm sorry for your loss..You and your's are in my thoughts & prayers.

Penny Marsh

April 19, 2020

I am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing, I have so many great memories of all of us together. I know he will be dearly missed. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of those he loved so dearly.

Cheryl and Mike McLuckie

April 19, 2020

Val, Josh and family, We were so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. What a nice man, he always had a smile on his face. Our hearts go out to all of you at this time of sorrow. May God bless you.

Candy Simon

April 19, 2020

Val, Josh and Kelly...Im so sorry to hear of your loss!! My heart is heavy for you and your family. I hope you find comfort and peace as you hold amazing memories close to your hearts. Sincerely, Candy Simon

Donna Gordon

April 19, 2020

Dave was an extremely wonderful, loving person and always had a big smile on his face. He and Val and Josh, Kelly, Noah, A.J., Mason, and Eliza were a uniquely close knit family, and will be forever. Even though Dave has gone to be with the Lord, the family's unique bond will remain. He will be painfully missed by many, but the deep, beautiful memories will continue to fill our hearts. The Lord is gracious and loving and will continue to wrap Val, Josh, Kelly and grandchildren in his warm arms.

Much love to you all, Donna & Rich Gordon

April 19, 2020

Val: We are so sorry to hear the news of Dave's passing. There is sadness in our hearts. He was a great guy and will be missed. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Mike and Jody Quinn

Jane Rosenbohm

April 19, 2020

Josh and Val and family, we are so saddened by David's death. We are holding you up in prayer that God will enfold you in His everlasting arms. Love, John, Jane and Jessica

Sue and Eric Jones

April 19, 2020

We are so saddened to hear of David's passing. Eric and I always enjoy seeing David and his beautiful family at church. His suffering is over, and he is forever in God's loving hands. RIP dear David. God bless Val, Josh, Kelly and his adorable grandkids.

Jody Bontz

April 19, 2020

May God welcome David Harken to his heavenly home.

Robert Weaver

April 19, 2020

sorry to hear,God Bless you all.I worked with Dave,what a great guy. Bob Weaver

Mary Maxwell

April 18, 2020

I was so sorry to see this, Val. My deepest sympathy and prayers for you and all your family. Dave was a great husband, father and grandfather. I know he will be missed very much.

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