Daniel J Harkins, Jr.

Daniel J. Harkins, Jr., 88, of Fleming Island, FL passed away on November 1, 2020. Daniel was born on January 18, 1932 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Mary and Daniel Harkins. He later moved to Orange Park in 1966. He is a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Green Cove Springs. His hobbies include woodworking, gardening, family genealogy, and stamp collecting. After 23 years of honorable service in the United States Air Force, Daniel retired with his highest rank being senior master sergeant. His duty stations include AK, MN, Vietnam, Iran, and Jacksonville Naval Air Station. Daniel also worked for the United States Postal Service for 22 years. Some of Daniel’s interests include his friends at the Jacksonville Public Library, the Clay County Council of the Blind, Knights of Columbus, contributing to many organizations.

Above all, Daniel is a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He enjoyed taking his family on annual family cruises.

He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters Mary, Laura, and Rose; and brother Bill. He is survived by his sons Daniel Harkins III (Jamie) and Larry Harkins; daughters Terri Sparks and Diane Thornton (Paul); 5 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Community Hospice at: https://www.communityhospice.com/give/