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Seth Harding Obituary
Seth Harding
May 20, 1952- May 26, 2021
DAVENPORT-Seth Harding, 69, of Davenport, died unexpectedly Wednesday, May 26, 2021 doing what he loved, camping. Keeping with his wishes, cremation rites have taken place. Later this summer there will be a celebration of life with a memorial ride, destinations to be announced at a later date.
Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
David Seth Harding was born on May 20, 1952 in Wilmer, Minnesota, a son of Patricia (Carter) and Russell Harding. He served our county in the Navy during the Vietnam War where he was a hull tech and firefighter. He retired from ALCOA working in the Ingot Plant. Prior to ALCOA he worked for Caterpillar and had taught welding classes at Scott Community College.
Seth loved to ride his Indian and Harley Davidson motorcycles. He was a talented metal fabricator and would help anyone in need of assistance with a project. Seth was a history buff and was not shy to share his opinion with you, especially regarding politics.
Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Kimberly "Charlie" and Travis "Fester" Turner, Davenport; brother, Steve Harding, Wilmer, Minnesota; nephews, Christopher and Michael Harding, and grand dog, Landfill.Online condolences may be expressed at www.hmdfuneralhome.com.
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Spiff and Jayne Bremer
June 1, 2021
Calm seas and fair winds....One of our favorite humans EVER....
Kirby Graff
May 30, 2021
Deeply sad my fellow shipmate.. May you find peace and love in our Lord and May your seas always be calm...
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