Ernest D. Harshman, 75, of Payne died Saturday, December 1, 2012 at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne, IN.
\nHe was born March 3, 1937 in Payne, the son of David W. and Bertha (Miller) Harshman. He was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church, Payne; Eagles #2405, Paulding, and Moose of Van Wert. He retired in 2002 from Payne Equity Exchange Company and was previously employed by Homier\u2019s Implements.
\nHe is survived by his stepdaughter, Fran (Jim) Litzenberg; granddaughter, Rachelle Litzenberg; and great-grandson, Samuel Lucas Litzenberg, all of Indialantic, FL; a sister, Joyce Barrand of Payne; and many nieces and nephews.
\nHe is preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Mary M. Pickford.; two brothers: Paul E. Harshman and Harold Harshman; a sister, Kathryn Bruns; and a great grandson, David Lee Litzenberg-Loftin.
\nFuneral services were conducted December 7, 2012 at St. Paul United Methodist, Payne, OH. Burial followed in Lehman Cemetery, Payne. Visitation was December 6, 2012 at Den Herder Funeral Home, Paulding, and prior to services at the church.
\nDonations may be made to St. Paul United Methodist Church or a charity of the donor\u2019s choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.denherderfh.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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