Harold Ray Herd

By From JT Staff Reports

Harold Ray Herd, 85, passed away on Nov. 10, 2021.
Harold was born on Dec. 26, 1935 in Raymond to the late Ralph and Rietta (Dillon) Herd. He is also preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Sonja (Martin) Herd.
He grew up on the family farm in Liberty Township. He graduated from Northwestern High S...

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