Pauline Vivian Harns


Pauline Vivian Harns of Eaton Rapids, went home to be with her Lord on September 6, 2024, at the age of 81. Pauline was born in Boyne Falls, Michigan on July 14, 1943, the daughter of the late James and Laura (Kempf) Crego. She loved Jesus very much. Pauline was known for always singing hymns and often surprised her children when she knew all the words. Her family held a special place in her heart and she doted on her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Pauline liked to garden with her daughter Colleen and enjoyed spending time out in the yard. Every week she looked forward to lunch with her friend, Nancy Woodman. They would go to Las Flores to eat and visit with Addie. Pauline was a great friend. She was a light in her family’s life and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Pauline is survived by her children, Brian (Wendy) Harns of Lansing, Colleen Harns, Deborah Harns, Renee Harns, Otto Harns all of Eaton Rapids, Jason (Nicole Argue) Harns of Swartz Creek; grandchildren, Karsten (Emily) Harns, Elizabeth (Matthew) Toy, Ariel (Kevin) Cook, Emily (Ryan Demas) Harns, Julia Harns, Paighton Argue, Parker Argue; great grandchildren, Gilead, Eliana, Caleb, William, Luke. She was preceded in death by her husband, Franz Harns in 1996; daughter, Sarah Lea Harns; parents, James and Laura Crego; siblings, Sharon Crego, Theron Crego, Iva Lapp, Perreeza Davis, Reveinna Harns, James Crego.

A memorial service was held at the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Samaritan’s Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607, in loving memory of Pauline Vivian Harns. To leave condolences for the family, visit our website www.millsfuneral.com.