David Harvey Harkness
David Harvey Harkness, 81, of Western Springs passed away Friday, November 10, 2023 at Mercy One Hospital in Clinton, Iowa. Born to Harvey and Hazel Harkness on April 22, 1942 in Savannah, IL, David touched the lives of everyone who knew him. We celebrate that David is in the presence of the Lord, while we grieve the massive hole he leaves behind. He was an amazing man who exuded the love and joy of Jesus.
As a devoted husband, father, brother, and uncle, surviving him are his wife, Barbara Harkness of Western Springs; son, Timothy (Jonna) Harkness of Morton; two grandchildren, Megan (Mac) Holt and Elissa (Grant) Hodel; three great-grandsons, Everett, Oliver, and Valor. He was a loving brother to his four siblings; Sue (Don) Williams, Duane (Pat) Harkness, Sandy (Steve) Barnaby, and Doug (Wanda) Harkness. He was also a caring and compassionate uncle to his nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by, and now joyfully reunited with, his parents, Harvey and Hazel Harkness, as well as his daughter, Stephanie Harkness. David’s family will forever cherish the memories and impact he had on their lives.
David’s commitment to His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ guided him and his family through life. David attended Moody Bible Institute where he met his wife of 60 years, Barbara. Becoming father to two children, Timothy and Stephanie, David then worked as a teacher for a few years in the Chicago suburbs. He approached his work with integrity and passion. He then moved into working in insurance until retiring in 2008. In retirement, he continued to enjoy hunting with his family at their family farm in Hanover, IL, golfing with beloved friends, and serving as a faithful member and elder of La Grange Bible Church in La Grange, Illinois. Friends and family will both cherish and miss the integrity, kindness, humility, and joy that he brought to life.
The family invites you to honor David’s life through services at La Grange Bible Church, 850 7th Ave., La Grange. The visitation will be held on Friday, November 17th from 4:00pm – 7:00pm. The funeral service will be held at La Grange Bible Church on Saturday, November 18th at 11:00am. To view the livestream, please click here.
Memorial donations in David’s name to La Grange Bible Church are greatly appreciated (https://lagrangebible.church/).
“Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” Psalm 23:6
Sorry for your loss
We will miss you greatly brother but rejoice that you are now with your Lord and Stephanie and mom and dad. See you some day in the future. Love from your sister.
So sad to read of your family losing your father Tim. Many sweet memories of both your mom y dad, your family.
Looking forward to being together with you all someday, with Jesus our Lord.
Much love,
fern
thoughts and prayers to the whole family…. his picture of his smile says it all! god speed!
Though I can not be with you guys at this time know that I am praying that God will give you wisdom, comfort and strength at this time. Please know you are loved and being prayed for daily.
“Another Saint has gone home”. We miss you and always will. Your huge smile and kind words are a blessing and encouragement to many. Our prayers are with the family.
Barb and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Dave was such a nice person and wonderful neighbor. We will miss his big waves and cheerful greetings.
Your neighbors,
Dave & Tina Rounds
Very sorry to hear of David’s passing! Loved visiting when we saw him in or around Hanover. Much Love to his family, Rita & Stephen Brown( Mae Harkness granddaughter)
I am so sorry for your loss, I feel so blessed to have had him in my life, he was such a wonderful man and I will deeply miss Him coming in for a haircut haircut every 4 weeks and all the great laughs that we had. See you in heaven Dave❤
I only met Dave and Barb at LaGrange Bible Church a few months ago and will remember him till we meet in heaven. As
a new person to the church, he and Barb gave me incite as to the church with great understanding. love of Christ and such warmth as to give me confidence this church is where God led me. My deepest sympathies to Barb and family,