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Robert Harken Obituary

Robert Earl Harken, Jr. Atlanta, Ga - Robert Earl Harken, Jr., 70, of Atlanta, GA, formerly of Charleston, SC, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2017 at his home. A Visitation will be held Saturday, January 21, 2017 in J. HENRY STUHR INC., WEST ASHLEY CHAPEL, 3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway, from 12:00 Noon to 2:00 p.m. His Graveside Memorial Service will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, 604 Fort Johnson Rd., Charleston, SC, at 2:30 p.m. Born in Charleston, SC on June 14, 1946, Robert is the son of the late Robert Earl Harken and the late Margaret Keane Harken. He had lived in Atlanta, GA since 1971. Robert worked at Northside Hospital in Atlanta as a registered nurse for many years since receiving his RN Degree from Dekalb College School of Nursing. Robert was a loving friend to many; he was an ardent dog-lover and loved growing flowers and plants. He is survived by his devoted friend and companion, James Wiley of Atlanta; sister, Carol Anne Harken and her son, Ryan C. Harken; a brother, Frederick R. Harken and his sons, William Wyndham, John R. Harken, and Robert P. Harken, all of Charleston. Robert was predeceased by a sister, Peggy Harken. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jan. 19 to Jan. 20, 2017.

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James Wiley

February 2, 2017

I miss you so much, Robert. You are a special friend. I miss your smile and your funny wit. You were one of the most intelligent people I ever met. Our house will never be the same. RIP. jim

Judith Williams

February 2, 2017

It is difficult to think of this special person no longer here. Met him at Charleston Tec, and kept in touch all these years.
Carol, keep in touch
Judi (Hagy) Williams

January 22, 2017

Remembering Robert or Harken as I used to call him as a good friend at BEHS. My condolences to his family and friends.

Linda J, Rodgers

Bob Manning

January 22, 2017

God bless and keep Robert. He was always a kind, quiet and gentle person. I'm remembering him from our days as playmates and classmates at Blessed Sacrament and at Bishop England. Last talked to him about 7 years ago. As always, my thought was "what a nice guy."

Tim Gette

January 22, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with Robert and his family. Our BEHS Class of 1964 is smaller without you.

Betty Cummings

January 22, 2017

So sorry for you're loss. Robert was a classmate at BEHS. Our prayers to the family
Betty and mike Cummings

Tracey and Jeff Davis

January 20, 2017

Thinking of you and sending love and prayers during this difficult time.

Linda Rumph

January 20, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family. Mrs. Harken and my mother Hazell Cameron Ridgeway were good friends back in the days. Robert was in Bishop England at the same time as I was. God bless your family. Linda Ridgeway Rumph

Jane Ellen Lawton

January 20, 2017

My thoughts and prayers to each of you at this time. Our families go way back together. I fondly remember speaking with him at your mother's service.

judy walker hiers

January 19, 2017

Carol and Freddie.I m so sorry to learn of Roberts death.My prayers are with all of you.

Keith, Melissa & Jesse Campbell

January 19, 2017

Carol, Ryan and family
Our deepest sympathy.
Love Keith, Melissa and Jesse

Johnny Harken

January 19, 2017

Carol please call me johnny 8432705421

Carol Harken

January 19, 2017

My big brother,my protector,my friend. Love you and will miss you always

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Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

J. Henry Stuhr Inc., West Ashley Chapel

3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway, Charleston, SC 29414

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21

Service

2:30 p.m.

Holy Cross Cemetery

604 Fort Johnson Road, James Island, SC 29412

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3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway, Charleston, SC 29414

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