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Michael C. Harrod, 68, of Quincy, passed away at 5:39 p.m. Wednesday, March 22, 2017, at Mary Rutan Hospital, Bellefontaine.
He was born in Lima on Feb. 11, 1949, to the late Donald Raymond and Imogene Rupert Harrod.
On Nov. 21, 1992, Michael married the former Gloria Setters and she survives, along with their three children, Dawn Skeen of West Mansfield, Tammy (Glen) Higginbotham of Bellefontaine and Michael D. (Shawna) Harrod of Spencerville; two stepchildren, Rachel Freistahler of Botkins and Jamie (Tim) Kittle of Celina; 14 grandchildren, Roger Skeen, Brendon Skeen, Kelsey White, Joel White, Courtney Harrod, Emily Harrod, Cameron Harrod, Isaiah Freisthaler, Alexia Morris, Kylie Beers, Tyler Priest, Ethan Priest, Angel Kittle and Cheyenne Kittle; two great-grandchildren, Landon White and McKenzie Gibson; a sister, Sharon (Jim) Morris of Tennessee; two brothers, Dennis (Sandy) Harrod of Florida and Rick (Betty) Harrod of Mississippi; and several nieces and nephews.
A U.S. Navy Vietnam veteran, Michael was a skilled tool and die maker and electrician. He unselfishly volunteered countless hours as a firefighter with St. Johns Fire Department and as an EMT with both DeGraff and Quincy rescue squads. During his treatments, he volunteered to participate in clinical trials at The James Cancer Hospital in an effort to help other cancer patients. Michael enjoyed hunting, camping, woodworking, riding motorcycles, country music and most especially, spending time with his children and grandchildren.
The family would like to express their gratitude to all of the Mary Rutan Hospital employees for going above and beyond for the Harrod family.
Calling is from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 28, at the Daring & Sanford Funeral Home, 210 W. Hayes St., DeGraff. A funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. with Pastor Lester Cox officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Logan County Cancer Society, c/o Mary Rutan Foundation, 205 Palmer Ave., Bellefontaine, OH 43311.
Condolences may be expressed at www.edsfh.com