James L. Harkins, 74 of Dawson passed away at 4:41 AM Thursday, February 23, 2023 in the Scottdale Manor & Rehabilitation Center, East Huntingdon Township. Jim was born April 24, 1948 in Mount Pleasant, a son of the late Harry L. and Dorothy (born Newell) Harkins.

Jim was retired from US Steel where he was employed for over 40 years and was a veteran serving in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He was a longtime and faithful member of Bryan United Methodist Church in Lower Tyrone Township and enjoyed golfing and playing cards!

Jim will be sadly missed by his loving family; his sister, Nancy Heisterman; his brother, Kenneth Harkins and his wife Vicki; his niece, Kathy Harclerode and husband Travis; his three nephews, Art Heisterman Jr., Garrett Harkins, and Eric Harkins and wife McKenzie; his great niece, Beth Ann Harcleroad; and is great nephew, Tyler Harcleroad

Personalized arrangements are under the professional supervision of the RALPH GALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 501 RAILROAD STREET, DAWSON ( www.fergusonfunerals.com ). At Jim's request there will be no viewing. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at 11 AM on Saturday, March 11. 2023 in the Bryan United Methodist Church with Pastor Jim Myers officiating. Graveside committal service and inurnment will follow in Cochran Cemetery with full military honors bestowed by the Scottdale-Everson Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Bryan United Methodist Church. Love Lasts Forever!