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Arvid A. Harklau

April 29, 1933 - November 8, 2022
Visitation
St. Matthew Lutheran Church
Monday 11/14, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Service
St. Matthew Lutheran Church
Monday 11/14, 12:00 pm

Chaplain Arvid A. Harklau age 89, of Lima passed away Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022 at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born April 29, 1933 in Fort Dodge, Iowa, to the late Albert and Helen (Barta) Harklau. He married Elaine Schroeder September 1, 1956 and she survives in Lima.
Arvid received a Master of Divinity from Luther Seminary, served as Chaplain at Iowa State Hospital and a year at St. Luke’s Methodist Hospital in Cedar Rapids. He had 16 years parish experience, 19 years as a chaplain mostly at Lima Correctional Institute and then 8 years as interim pastor at various congregations. He was a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Cridersville.
Additional survivors include a son Peter (Tracey) Harklau of Lima, daughters Stephanie (Jason) Shamroski of Rockledge, FL and Michelle Harklau of Columbus; 3 grandchildren: Diana, Kevin and Samantha and a brother Lanny (Sharon) Harklau of Stillwater, MN.
The family will receive friends 10 to 12 Monday, November 14 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church. Funeral service will follow at noon with Pastors Sam Payne and Robert ‘Bob’ Gibson officiating.
Memorial contributions may be given to St. Matthew Lutheran Church

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Visitation
St. Matthew Lutheran Church
Monday 11/14, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Service
St. Matthew Lutheran Church
Monday 11/14, 12:00 pm

Chaplain Arvid A. Harklau age 89, of Lima passed away Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022 at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born April 29, 1933 in Fort Dodge, Iowa, to the late Albert and Helen (Barta) Harklau. He married Elaine Schroeder September 1, 1956 and she survives in Lima. Arvid received a Master of DivinityContinue Reading

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Pastor Julianne Smith left a message on November 14, 2022:
I always enjoyed Arvid's comments at our Lima area text studies when I was in Ada. He offered me advice when I had a parishioner in prison as well. God's blessings be with you as your grieve.
Jennifer Alkire left a message on November 13, 2022:
I remember him growing up with his daughter Michelle. He taught me about spirituality and to follow my own path. Plus had fun with the clown play we got to do. He shall be greatly missed and hope he will be with the family in their hearts and minds. Blessings to you.
Marilyn & Joseph Garcia left a message on November 12, 2022:
Our sincere condolences go out to Elaine & all family members of Arvid. He truly was a loving and caring man which we came to know from our membership with St Matthew Lutheran Church, Cridersville. May he truly rest in peace. Marilyn/Joe Garcia, Cridersville 11/12/22
Curtis and Sara Chapman Jr. left a message on November 12, 2022:
Thinking of you and your family,
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Rev. Randall A Swanson left a message on November 12, 2022:
Sorry for your loss. Arvid was a very good friend to Randy and me while in Ohio. I am sure he will be missed. Sandy & Randy Swanson
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James and Denise Schroeder and family left a message on November 12, 2022:
May the light of Gods love shine in the window of your hearts. We send our love and prayers as you celebrate Arvid
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Holly Loraine Conner left a message on November 11, 2022:
One great man has passed. He was very insightful on everything and then some!
Bayliff & Son Funeral Home, Inc. left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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