Bertha "Eloise" Harkins' Obituary
Eloise B. Harkins, 91 of Tavares, FL went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 20, 2018. Eloise was born on November 20, 1927 in Harrisburg, PA to the late Freeman and Alberta Bohanan. She and her husband John moved to Tavares, FL from DeLand, FL in 2009. She was an active member of Epiphany Celebration Anglican Church, of Eustis and enjoyed volunteering in her free time. Eloise Married the love of her life John “Jack” Harkins in 1949 in Williamsport, PA. She is survived by her loving husband of 69 years: John “Jack” Harkins, of Tavares, FL; and Dear Friends: David and Lynne Gray, of Springhill, FL.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Please continue to check this page for any updated information regarding services.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to, Cornerstone Hospice by mail at: 2445 Lane Park Road Tavares, FL 32778. Or to Lake County Humane Society on line at: www.lakehumane.org
Services have been Entrusted to Steverson Hamlin and Hilbish Funerals and Cremations.
Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free,
I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took his hand when I heard his call,
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work, to play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way,
I've found that peace at the close of the day.
If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Ah yes, these things I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow,
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My Life's been full, I savored much,
Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch,
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief,
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me,
God wanted me now, He set me free
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