Book of Memories for Horace H. Harned, Jr.

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Wed, 24 Jun 2020 17:21:29 EDT

Horace H. Harned, Jr. was a hateful racist and staunch segregationist whose cruelty left deep wounds in his community and his nation. He was a member of the Mississippi State Sovereignty Commission, a state-sanctioned terrorist organization that opposed fairness and equality. Harned's role in violence, oppression, imprisonment, and murder of peaceful civil rights workers was never punished during his lifetime, but history will remember him for his crimes against humanity. The world became a meaner and more unjust place because of Horace H. Harned, Jr., and his death gives survivors a reminder of the evil we face as we strive for peace and justice.

Condolence From Jamie & Jerry Inmon

Thu, 06 Jul 2017 23:18:32 EDT

Dear members of the Harned family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you feel the Lord's blessings during this time. We are so sorry for your loss.

Condolence From David & Linda Sanders

Thu, 06 Jul 2017 09:01:47 EDT

David and I send our love, sympathy and prayers to y'all. What a wonderful man Mr. Horace was; and how blessed you are that he leaves such a legacy! With love, Linda and David Sanders

Condolence From sammie j young

Tue, 04 Jul 2017 19:56:33 EDT

I am so very sorry for your, our great Family's, loss! He and his family were the only ones I was familiar with because of first his visits to my grandfather, his cousin, Mr. Matthew Rice Sr. and eventually I would be with my grandfather when he would visit Mr. Horace at that great house of his! You are in my prayers and the prayers of our family! Mr. Horace will sorely be missed!!

Condolence From Suzanne Simmons Dressel

Tue, 04 Jul 2017 17:05:32 EDT

I always looked up to and respected Mr. Harned very much while growing up on the MSU campus. His legacy of community service speaks volumes about hiis life and devotion to God, country and family. Deepest sympathy to the Harned family.

Condolence From Roger Clifford Clapp

Tue, 04 Jul 2017 13:52:14 EDT

My brother Bob and I were blessed to be Mississippi State College campus brats, but the bonus blessing was living on the edge of the campus next to the "new" laundry just three or four doors from Dr. Horace H. Harned and his remarkable wife and wonderful children! Winky was Bob's age and became close friend of both of us, but we knew Horace and Arthur and I recall a talented sister, all highly intellectual and interesting. We know Dr. Harned as a revered professor and Mrs. Harned as a marvelous mother, a sharp political voice, and a valuable member of The Episcopal Church of the Resurrection. We benefitted greatly from their gracious neighborly welcome, which allowed us to catch and ride horses on the adjacent acreage, but the lasting gift of the Harned family has been keen interest in and active contributions to the political and educational strengths of our great state. Thanks, Horace, for your part in that.

Condolence From Toni Graves

Tue, 04 Jul 2017 09:16:29 EDT

Margaret Ann and Will: Through the decades, I always enjoyed reading in the newspaper about whatever project Mr. Harned was going to do next. It is citizens like your dad that make Starkville such a wonderful place to live. You are in my thoughts. Toni Graves

Condolence From Kathy Buckner Shoalmire

Mon, 03 Jul 2017 20:28:10 EDT

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you as you gather to celebrate a life well-lived. Both he and your mom, along with you 4 children, will forever hold s special place in my heart and childhood memories. Mr. Horace was an outstanding citizen and always true to his principles. I can still hear him talking.

Condolence From Jack Kean

Mon, 03 Jul 2017 19:29:42 EDT

It is difficult to put into words how much Mr. Harned has meant to Oktibbeha County. Few people will contribute as much to their community. Oktoc has lost one of its pioneers. He will be missed by many. Our prayers are with the family.

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Mon, 03 Jul 2017 04:27:38 EDT