He was born in Peoria on September 26, 1953 to Frederick and Beverly (Baxter) Harms. They survive along with one brother Greg (Michelle) Harms ; one sister Victoria (John) Graham; two sons Clay and Casey Richardson; adopted daughter Eden Harms, and several Aunts and Uncles, Cousins, and Nieces and Nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, one brother Frederick Harms, Jr., a nephew Frederick Harms III, and aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Cremation has been accorded. A Memorial Service will be held at 10 AM on Friday, January 27, 2017 at Davison-Fulton Bartonville Chapel. Rev. Jack Thompson will officiate. A visitation will be held for one hour prior to the services at the funeral home. Burial of ashes will be in Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family asks memorials to be made to a church or charity of the donor’s choice. On-line condolences and tributes may be made at www.davison-fulton-bartonvillechapel.com.