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Johan Philip Harless was born in 1716 in Germany and died in Virginia in the spring of 1772. He married Anna Margarette Price, daughter of David Price and Agnes Hoffman, 17 February 1738 in Offenbach, Landau, Rheinland Pfalz, Germany.

Children of Johan Philip Harless and Anna Margarette Price

Martin Harless+ b. 25 Jul 1738, d. 1820
Mary Dorothy Harless b. bt 1738 – 1742
Philip Harless+ b. 30 Nov 1743, d. 1822
David Harless+ b. 5 Jan 1745, d. 1817
Margarette Harless+ b. 1750, d. 1822
Henry Harless+ b. 1752, d. 1815
Emanuel Edmund Harless+ b. a 1751, d. 1796

 

Patrick Harless, Last Will and Testament

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Patrick Harless

The State of Ohio, Darke County ss.

Be it remembered that on the twenty ninth day of August, in the year of our Lord eighteen hundred and fifty three, before the Probate Court of said county a writing was produced purporting to be the last will and testament of Patrick Harless late of said County dec’d and Riley Gard and Seth Gard the subscribing witnesses to said will appeared in open court and on oath testified to the due execution and attestation of said will, and said testimony reduced to writing and by said witnesses subscribed is annexed to and filed with said will. And it appearing to the court that said will was duly attested and executed, and at the time of the execution thereof the said testator was of full age, of sound mind and memory, and not under any restraint, the court admit said will to probate, and order the same together with the said testimony to be recorded, and the same is in the words and figures following to wit

I, Patrick Harless, of the County of Darke in the State of Ohio, do make and publish this my last will and testament, in manner and form following that is to say:-

First, it is my will that my funeral expenses and all my just debts be fully paid.

Second, it is my will after all is settled up for my wife Catharine Harless to have all that is left, that is now in my possession, and is now owned by me.

And lastly, I hereby constitute and appoint my said wife Catharine Harless, and Samuel Deniston to be the executors for this my last will and testament, and satisfying and confirming this and no other to be my last will and testament.

In testimony whereof I have hereunto set my hand and seal this 19th day of April 1853.

Patrick x Harless
his mark

Signed published and declared by the above named Patrick Harless for his last will and testament in presence of us, at his request have signed as witnesses to the same.

Riley Gard
Seth Gard

The State of Ohio, Darke County ss.

In Probate Court, August 29th AD 1853, Personally came into open court, Riley Gard & Seth Gard subscribing witnesses to the last will and testament of Patrick Harless late of said county deceased who being duly sworn depose and say that they were present at the execution of the will – that they saw the testator sign, and heard him acknowledge the same as his last will and testament, and that at the time of the execution thereof the said testator was of full age, of sound mind and memory and not under any apparent restraint.

Riley Gard
Seth Gard

Sworn to and subscribed in open court the day and year first above written.

John Wharry
Probate Judge

And afterwards on the fifth day of October in the year aforesaid, before the court aforesaid came Catharine Harless widow of the said testator, and the court having explained to her the provisions of said will, and her rights under it, and also her rights by law in the event of her refusing to take under said will, whereupon she made her election in open court to take the provision made for her in the said last will and testament.

And now at this day to wit on the day and year last aforesaid before the court aforesaid came Catharine Harless one of the Executors named in said will and renounced said trust, and Samuel Deniston the remaining executor named therein accepted said trust and gave bond in the sum of ten hundred dollars with Benjamin Wilson and London Arnold his sureties conditioned according to law which is accepted and approved by the Court, whereupon it is ordered that letters testamentary on the said last will and testament issue to the said Samuel Deniston as the Executor thereof.

John Wharry
Probate Judge

Patrick Harless

Born: circa 1818.
Died: before 29 August 1853.
Parents: Paul Harless.
Spouse: Catharine Deniston.
Known Children: Belinda Harless, David Harless, Nancy Ann Harless, Powell Harless, Almira Harless, Mary M. Harless, Catharine Harless, Chrissey E. Harless, Lovina Harless.
Relationship to Johan Philip Harless: 2nd great-grandson.

  1. Johan Philip Harless.
  2. Martin Harless.
  3. Ferdinand Harless.
  4. Paul Harless.
  5. Patrick Harless.

Billy Lee Harless Obituary

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Harless, Billy L.; age 85; of Alma; passed away Thursday, March 31, 2016 at his home. Funeral Services for Billy will be Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 11 a.m. at the Church of the Nazarene on 335 E. Elizabeth St. in Alma with Pastor Darryl Harless officiating. There will be Visitation on Monday, April 4, 2016 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Berry Funeral Home in Shepherd. Billy was born February 11, 1931 in Sod, West Virginia the son of Chester and Emma (Tyler) Harless. He served in the Army and was stationed in Japan following W.W.II. Upon returning home Billy married Nona Phillips on December 23, 1950. He worked for Total as a pipe fitter for over 30 years when he and Nona retired together in 1993. Billy was a member at the Church of the Nazarene. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a great family man. Billy had a wonderful sense of humor and was the spiritual patriarch of the family. Billy is survived by his wife, Nona; his 5 children, Patricia (William) Brunson Jr. of Austin, Texas, William Lee (Kathy) Harless of Alma, Boyd (Vicky) Harless of Ithaca, Darryl (Elaine) Harless of Bad Axe, and Mark (Jodi) Harless of Ithaca; 17 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; and his sister, Annie (Richard) Lumbert of Mt. Pleasant. Billy is preceded in death by both his parents; his sister, Sybil Flegel; and his 2 brothers, Boyd and James Harless. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Heartland Hospice.

Published in Morning Sun on Apr. 2, 2016.

Billy Lee Harless

Born: 11 February 1931.
Died: 31 March 2016.
Parents: Chester Boyd Harless and Emma Susan Tyler.
Spouse: Nona A. Phillips.
Known Children: William Lee Harless, Mark Harless, Patricia Lynne Harless, Boyd Rodney Harless, Darryl Eugene Harless.
Relationship to Johan Philip Harless: 5th great-grandson.

  1. Johan Philip Harless.
  2. Martin Harless.
  3. Philip Harless.
  4. William A. Harless.
  5. James Harrison Harless.
  6. Walter Winton Harless.
  7. Chester Boyd Harless.
  8. Billy Lee Harless.

Herbert Ward Harless Obituary

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Obituary for Herbert Ward Harless

Herbert Ward Harless, 85, of Shawsville, went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 28, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Zannie and Lelia Harless.

Surviving is his loving wife of 58 years, Ann Trump Harless; son, Gary L. and wife, Tamara Harless; grandsons, Chris and Cody Harless; granddaughters, Hannah and Halle Harless; sister, Lorene Tolley; brothers, Edwin and Russell Harless; numerous nieces and nephews.

He was employed at General Electric for 35 years. He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War.
A special thanks to the Oncology and Infusion Center at Lewis Gale Clinic.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Shawsville Rescue Squad, P. O. Box 14, Shawsville, VA 24162.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m. on Friday, April 1, 2016 at Lotz Salem Chapel with Pastor Mark Tolley officiating.

Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 31, 2016 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lotz Funeral Home Salem.

Herbert Ward Harless

Born: 2 December 1930.
Died: 28 March 2016.
Parents: Zannie Walter Ward Harless and Lelia Gertrude Vaught.
Spouse: Geneva Ann Trump.
Known Children: Garry Lynn Harless.
Relationship to Johan Philip Harless:double 5th great-grandson.

  1. Johan Philip Harless.
  2. Martin Harless.
  3. Michael Harless.
  4. Clara Harless.
  5. George Jackson Harless.
  6. Everett Ward Harless.
  7. Zannie Walter Ward Harless.
  8. Herbert Ward Harless.
  1. Johan Philip Harless.
  2. Martin Harless.
  3. Joseph Kirk and Martha Harless.
  4. William Vaught and Margaret Kirk.
  5. William R. Vaught.
  6. Walter T. Vaught.
  7. Lelia Gertrude Vaught.
  8. Herbert Ward Harless.

Adelee Lyle Harless Obituary

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In Memory of
Adelee Lyle Harless
January 12, 1923 – February 22, 2016

Adelee Lyle Harless, 93, of Lynchburg, passed away on Monday, February 22, 2016 at his residence. He was the loving husband of Ivan Moore Harless for 67 years.

Born on January 12, 1923 in Boissevain, VA, he was the son of the late Thomas Cheatwood Harless and Catherine Litchford Harless. He was the last family member of 10 children by Thomas and Catherine.

Adelee worked as a self-employed surveyor for 48 years. One of his favorite hobbies was antique automobiles. Adelee was a member of North Bedford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

In addition to his wife, Adelee is survived by his son, Thomas Adelee Harless and fiancée Phyllis Bolton; daughter, Juanita Sims and husband Ed; grandchildren, Joshua and April Sims; great granddaughters, Madison and Allison Sims; special brother-in-law, Roger B. Moore; and very special friends, Catherine Arthur, Wallace Arthur, and Wanda Golding.

A funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Friday, February 26, 2016 at Whitten Timberlake Chapel. Interment will follow at Moore Family Cemetery in Appomattox.

The family will be receiving friends anytime at the residence.

For those wishing to make memorial contributions, the family would like you to consider, North Bedford Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

Adelee Lyle Harless

Born: 12 January 1923.
Died: 22 February 2016.
Parents: Thomas Cheatwood Harless and Catherine Elizabeth Litchford.
Spouse: Ivan Moore.
Known Children: Tomas Adelee Harless, Juanita Rose Harless.
Relationship to Johan Philip Harless: 5th great-grandson and 6th great-grandson.

  1. Johan Philip Harless.
  2. Martin Harless.
  3. Ferdinand Harless.
  4. Anthony Harless.
  5. William Harless and Harriet H. Epling.
  6. Anthony D. Harless.
  7. Thomas Cheatwood Harless.
  8. Adelee Lyle Harless.
  1. Johan Philip Harless.
  2. Martin Harless.
  3. Ferdinand Harless.
  4. Elizabeth B. Harless and Paul Epling.
  5. Jacob Epling.
  6. Harriet H. Epling and William Harless.
  7. Anthony D. Harless.
  8. Thomas Cheatwood Harless.
  9. Adelee Lyle Harless.

Larry Templeton Harless Obituary

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Larry T. Harless, 68, Roanoke, passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2016. He was a very loving husband, father and grandfather who never met a stranger. He was predeceased by his parents, Arnold and Beatrice Harless.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Harless, son, Timothy Harless (Angela), grandsons, Alex Harless, Andrew Harless; his brother Jackie Harless (Cheryl); his sisters, Gladys Wright (Kenny), Brenda Shockley (Kemp) and Glenda Harless. He is also survived by the two joys of his life Abigail Rose Bailey and Hannah Michelle Harless.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 4, 2016 at Oakey’s North Chapel from 6 to 9 pm with funeral services on Friday, February 5, 2016 at noon from Oakey’s North Chapel with Rev. L. W. Carter officiating and interment to follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.

Larry Templeton Harless

      • Born: 18 July 1947.
      • Died: 2 February 2016.
      • Parents: Arnold Huff Harless and Beatrice Bell Davis.
      • Spouse: Betty Dianne Bailey.
      • Known Children: Timothy Brian Harless.
      • Relationship to Johan Philip Harless: 5th great-grandson and 6th great-grandson.
  1. Johan Philip Harless.
  2. Philip Harless.
  3. Daniel Harless.
  4. Henry Harless.
  5. James Thomas Harless.
  6. Templeton Huff Harless and Stella Catherine Graves.
  7. Arnold Huff Harless.
  8. Larry Templeton Harless.
  1. Johan Philip Harless.
  2. Philip Harless.
  3. Daniel Harless.
  4. Henry Harless.
  5. Mahulda Catherine Harless and George William Graves.
  6. Joseph Willard Graves.
  7. Stella Catherine Graves and Templeton Huff Harless.
  8. Arnold Huff Harless.
  9. Larry Templeton Harless.