Miles B. Harten

Miles Benjamin Harten, 88, of 23 Fairview Road, Bradford, passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2017, at Providence Healthcare in Zeeland, MI.

Born January 23, 1929 in Buffalo, NY he was a son of the late Miles B. and Tryphena (Sinclaire) Harten-Judy.

He was a 1948 graduate of Bradford High School.

Miles served in the United States Marine Corp until 1952 when he was honorably discharged at the rank of Staff Sergeant.

On January 29, 1954 in the Grace Methodist Church in Punxsutawney, he married Demaris “Dee” (Davis) Harten who died June 29, 2007.

Miles worked for Penelec for more than 35 years. He was a lifetime member of Derrick City Volunteer Fire Department, he was a former member of Don Raabe Big 30 Charities Classic, a member of the Marine Corps League and a member of Masonic Lodge #749. He was also active in coaching Derrick City Little League Baseball and Bradford Midget Football and volunteering at the Friendship Table, and at the Bradford Manor.

Miles is survived by two sons: Jeffrey (Ann) Harten of Holland, MI and Gregery (Michele) Harten of Tifton, GA; five grandchildren: Matthew (Kari) Harten, Allyson (Joe) Shelley, Jaclyn Harten, Griffin Harten and Natalie Harten; and two great-grandchildren: Kayleigh and Aayden Harten; and one sister Judy Harten.

Friends will be received on Friday July 21, 2017, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral 372 East Main St., at 7:00pm funeral services will be held with the Rev. Matthew Blake Pastor of the Bradford Area Parish officiating. After the funeral service members of the American Legion Post 108 will conduct Military Honors at the funeral home. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Friendship Table of Bradford or the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

So sorry to hear this news. May you all find strength in fond memories and each other. God Bless!
— Scott Puller

Dear Jeff and Greg and families, It has all been said above and I agree wholeheartedly. A great man who will be missed. He certainly enjoyed life and especially his family. Proud to have known him and call him a friend. My heart is with you at this difficult time.
— Carol McCloud

Jeff. Anne, Greg, Michele and families- Reading all these wonderful comments pays great tribute to your dad, the impact he made on people''s lives are amazing... I saw at a young age his love with Matthew, something I myself will never forget. You were truly blessed with 2 wonderful parents. Mike and I are so so saddened by his passing, you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Love to all
— Mike and Laurie Fuoco Edwards

Dear Jeff and Greg, and all who loved Miles...I am grateful to have known him and offer you my sincere sympathy. His passing is truly the end of an era for our neighborhood and for me personally. Hugs.
— Carolyn Fronapel

One of the great joys of being in ministry, meeting people like Miles, you were a joy to be around, never a boring visit, your testimony will live on in my heart for many years to come. Take car of him Lord, he will be greatly missed
— Pastor Matthew Blake

Jeff, Greg and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. What a wonderful man your father was.
— Jill A Griffin Patton

Jeff, Greg and Family: I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
— Judy Martin

My heartfelt condolences to Judy and the Harten family. Miles was a very caring,loving and dedicated husband, father, brother and friend. His love of his family was shown daily. May you and Dee rest in peace together again
— Diane Rea

My condolences to the Harten family. I actually met Miles through his wonderful wife, Dee. They were such a special couple. And it was always a pleasure to run into him around town and enjoy his smile and sense of humor. Miles, may you rest in peace.
— Nancy M Reynolds

My thoughts and prayers are with Miles family through this diffcult time.. I have known him, Dee and Judy for so many years (many stories were told over the years about our Mothers and how they worked together at Zippo) and Miles sure will be missed but not forgotten..
— Kathy Timblin Anderson

Love and prayers to the family. So wonderful to know heaven is welcoming such a great man into the kingdom. Grateful for all his encouragement during our ministry at Bradford.
— Pastor Chris and Jeanette TerBush

Miles and Dee were a wonderful couple, dear friends and generous supporters of our ministry in Bradford. Miles will be greatly missed but we know that we will see him again.
— Pastor Dave & Deb Souder

My condolences to Miles'' family. He was a good friend of my father at Penelec, and was well-liked by everyone in our family. He was a good man.
— Jim Bennardo

Our sincere condolences go out to the Harten family. Francis worked with Miles for many years at Penelec and enjoyed their working time together. He will be missed.
— Francis Puller and family

Oh that smile could brighten my darkest days and was usually followed by some wise comment or joke. Miles and Dee were my saving grace when I worked at the Manor and our friendship continued on for years, so much that I moved close to Miles. As life happens, I moved and we drifted apart but the occasional run in would pick up as if it were yesterday. My heart goes out to you all.
— Tina Hubbard

o the Harten Family: I had the pleasure of working with Miles at Penelec. He always had a smile on his face and a great sense of humor. I will always remember the love that your Mom and Dad shared. They were an inspiration to all. My condolences to all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
— Ruth Amacher Pehonsky

To family of Miles. Truly a great person. Always enjoyed being around Miles and talking to him, especially sports. He will be greatly missed. May God bless.
— Larry Fox Suzie Fox

Sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Harten. Thank you for your service marine.
— Mike Bond

Mr. Harten came to Hollenbeck-Cahill last year when my father passed away. I had the pleasure of talking to him at that time. My father spoke highly of him and after meeting him I understand why. I would like to express my condolences to his family.
— Mary (Roche) Morgan

Loved Miles very much, he was always encouraging. We are so blessed to have know both him and Dee over the years. Praying for you all during his difficult time.
— Kevin and Terri Niver

Jeff and Greg and families, I am sad to learn about Miles passing. I enjoyed many years of conversations with him. You are in my thoughts and prayers
— Denise and Dave Hale

A true gentleman, you will be missed by everyone at Asbury UMC. RIP my friend
— Tom Leposa

A true gentleman, you will be missed by everyone at Asbury UMC. RIP my friend
— Tom Leposa

Condolences

  • So sorry to hear this news. May you all find strength in fond memories and each other. God Bless!

    — Scott Puller
  • Dear Jeff and Greg and families, It has all been said above and I agree wholeheartedly. A great man who will be missed. He certainly enjoyed life and especially his family. Proud to have known him and call him a friend. My heart is with you at this difficult time.

    — Carol McCloud
  • Jeff. Anne, Greg, Michele and families- Reading all these wonderful comments pays great tribute to your dad, the impact he made on people''s lives are amazing... I saw at a young age his love with Matthew, something I myself will never forget. You were truly blessed with 2 wonderful parents. Mike and I are so so saddened by his passing, you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Love to all

    — Mike and Laurie Fuoco Edwards
  • Dear Jeff and Greg, and all who loved Miles...I am grateful to have known him and offer you my sincere sympathy. His passing is truly the end of an era for our neighborhood and for me personally. Hugs.

    — Carolyn Fronapel
  • One of the great joys of being in ministry, meeting people like Miles, you were a joy to be around, never a boring visit, your testimony will live on in my heart for many years to come. Take car of him Lord, he will be greatly missed

    — Pastor Matthew Blake