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Passed peacefully away in the presence of his loving family at the Health Sciences Centre on May 7, 2018, age 85. Predeceased by his son Paul (March, 2017). Left with fond and loving memories his wife of 63 years Emma (nee Raymond), daughters Christine Young (Charlie) and Michelle Maher (Larry), son David (Heather), grandchildren Jeffrey (Sara) and Jana Young; Caitlin and Melanie Maher, Ryan Harnett, two great-grandchildren Joshua and Rachel Young; sister Mercedes Critch and many other relatives and friends. An exceptional business leader, active community partner and opportunity seeker; Mr. Harnett retired in the mid-1990s. Throughout his career, Mr. Harnett was an active member of several boards, including the R.C. School Board, Newfoundland and Labrador Development Corporation, ACOA and APEC. Committed to community service Mr. Harnett was President of the Chamber of Commerce and Kinsmen Club, a Corner Brook City Councillor and President of the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Municipalities for two terms. He also served on the Royal Commission on Municipal Government for Newfoundland. In 2008, Mr. Harnett was inducted into the Business Hall of Fame. Cremation has taken place. Relatives and friends may visit the family at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Thursday, May 17 from 4-9 pm. Funeral service will be held at the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Friday, May 18 at 2 pm. A reception will follow at Tiffany Village, 50 Tiffany Court. Donations in his memory may be made to the Health Care Foundation or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. To send a message of condolence, please visit www.carnells.com.