It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Ryan W. Harkness, who passed away at his home on June 26, 2024. Born in Philadelphia on August 22, 1983, he is the son of Jim and Sandy Harkness.

A 2002 graduate of Conestoga Valley High School, Ryan went on to attend Millersville University where he obtained a Bachelor of Science. His greatest achievements were the births of his daughters Payden and Harper. Ryan loved being a dad and making memories with his girls. They were the light of his life.

Ryan had a saving faith in Jesus and was an active member of Mission Church in Lancaster, where he volunteered his time with the church's lawn maintenance and food bank, as well as the small group Bible study. In his free time, Ryan enjoyed spending time with family. He loved hiking with his daughters and his dog Boaz. Ryan also enjoyed camping, gardening, skiing, and playing soccer.

Ryan's Godly influence and love will live on in his daughters, parents, siblings: James Harkness Jr. husband of Tina, Kristin Van Lenten, wife of Mark, and Karyn Fillgrove, wife of Jesse, as well as nieces and nephews, Jimmy Harkness, Ben Harkness, Micah Van Lenten, Emma Van Lenten, Samuel Fillgrove, and Joanna Fillgrove.

A service celebrating Ryan will be held at 12 PM on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. A viewing will be held from 10 AM until the service. Interment to follow at Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests those who wish to express sympathy to consider making a donation to the food bank at Mission Church (651 Lampeter Rd., Lancaster, PA 17602) or St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital (501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105).