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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved husband and father Henry August Harju, 83 years who passed away peacefully on October 31, 2014 surrounded by the love of his family. His life was a blessing and his marriage a love story. He will be truly missed by his wife of 61 years, Shirley (King) Harju and by his four children Michael (Janice), Wendy Eddy (Jim), Jody Harju and Cori Coutu (Min). Cherished “Poppa” to his nine grandchildren; Jennifer (Scott), Bill (Monique), James, Tina (Dave), Robert, Taylor, Morgan, Chelsey, Hailey and great grandsons Owen, Evan and Noah. Beloved son of Hilma and Matti Harju (both predeceased) and loving brother to Harvey, Hap, Harry and Helvi (all predeceased). Henry worked for INCO for many years, retiring in 1991 as a general foreman. He was a member of the Masonic Order, a long time member of Bethel Lodge in Sudbury and served as a past Worshipful Master. He was a member of Scottish Rite Masonry and a Charter member of the Sudbury and District Lodge of Perfection. Henry was a family man, a kind and gentle soul. He loved sports and the outdoors. The family would like to thank the staff of the ICU department of HSN for their compassionate care. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke or The Northern Cancer Foundation would be greatly appreciated.  A celebration of Henry's life will be held at the Idylwylde Golf and Country Club, 400 Walford Road on Saturday November 22nd.  Celebration of Life Tribute Service from 12:00 - 12:30 and Celebration Gathering from 12:30 – 3:00 pm.  All are welcome to attend both.  Arrangements entrusted to the JACKSON AND BARNARD FUNERAL HOME. To light a memorial candle, flowers, donations or messages of condolences available on-line at www.lougheed.org

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