Harl Leon Hargett

Harl Leon Hargett, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, and servant of Christ, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, in Lakewood, Colorado. He was born on September 1, 1952, in Muleshoe, Texas.

Harl was preceded in death by his grandparents Harl and Hazel Reeder, siblings Justin, Leona Marie, Robert Glenn and Darvey, His father, George Parker, his step father, Robert Hargett, his nephew Samuel Addison Stewart, and his mother, MaryJo Reeder. All of his beloved pets will be meeting him there as well.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn, his daughter, Brittany, his son, Collin and his grandsons, Tyler, Tristen and Peyton. He is also survived by his sister Joette and his brother Aaron along with his nieces, April, and Becca and his nephews, Zachary, Joshua, Josiah, Jared and Jacob. He also is survived by his great nephew, Preston.

Harl entered military service before eventually settling in Colorado, where he met the love of his life, Carolyn. The two were married on June 29, 1973, and together they built a life rooted in love and purpose. They welcomed their daughter in July 1975 and their son in April 1978, creating a family that Harl cherished deeply.

From 1980 onward, Harl served as the executive director of Lost and Found, a ministry focused on helping young men and their families heal from addiction, sexual trauma, family trauma, and other deeply rooted struggles. He later transitioned into private practice, continuing his mission of healing and support for all people until his retirement in 2025. His entire life was dedicated to serving Christ by serving others. Harl’s work was marked by deep compassion, unwavering empathy, and a heart that judged no one.

A man of deep faith and ministry, Harl was known for his sincere love for people and his ability to extend grace and forgiveness, reflecting the love of Christ in all he did. He never gave up on anyone, and those who knew him were touched by his warmth, sincerity, and enduring support.

When asked about his proudest achievements, Harl would often speak of his nearly 53-year marriage to Carolyn, his beloved wife and partner in life. He was also proud of his children and grandsons, whom he loved with an unshakable and passionate devotion.

Harl was also a collector at heart—drawn to the quirky and the unique. He had a fondness for elephants, stamps, coins, comic books, and a variety of whimsical gadgets and doodads. His great joy was trading trinkets with his grandsons

Above all, Harl’s greatest gift was his ability to love. He loved as Christ loved: completely, faithfully, and with open arms.

He will be deeply missed, remembered always for his faithful heart, his enduring kindness, and the legacy of love he leaves behind.

In Lieu of Flowers we are asking for donations to the below ministries:

Dry Bones

In honor of Harl Hargett’s lifelong commitment to serving young people experiencing homelessness, his family invites you to donate to Dry Bones Denver in lieu of flowers. Dry Bones continues this mission by walking alongside unhoused and street-connected teens and young adults—offering community, support, and tangible resources as they journey toward stability and hope. Rooted in the ways of Jesus, Dry Bones meets physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, helping young people reconnect to their worth and imagine a brighter future. To donate, please visit www.drybonesdenver.org/donate. Or Hands of the Carpenter

Hands of The Carpenter (Hands) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering working single mothers by removing barriers to transportation that stand in the way of their stability and success. Hands provides essential vehicle maintenance, repairs, and placements when a car is no longer reliable. By keeping families on the road, Hands helps to ensure that moms can get to work, care for their children, and move forward with confidence. https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/HandsofTheCarpenter/donate.html