1942
2013
New Bern, NC
William "Bill" Harlan, USMC (Ret) 71, of New Bern, died November 7, 2013 at home.
He served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps and he was a member of the Korean Baptist Church. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service.
He is survived by his wife, Yong Harlan, one son, Ronald Harlan of Minnesota; two step-sons, Michael Lockhart of Wilmington and George Lockhart of Georgia; one daughter, Roxanna Brown of Anderson, SC; four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Services will be held 7:00 pm Saturday, November 9, 2013 at Cotten Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will be held 2:00 pm Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at Coastal Carolina State Veterans Cemetery, Jacksonville, NC.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Vision To Hear Ministries c/o 2046 Khyber Pass, Snellville, GA 30039.
Online condolences may be made to the Harlan family at www.cottenfuneralhome.com
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November 14, 2013
Roxanna you and your family are in my prayers and I am so sorry for your loss
November 13, 2013
Frank & Julia Eskew
Please know that our prayers are with you and your family.
November 10, 2013
Kathryn Smith
Blessings and Bright Lights to Guide and Comfort you during this Time
Of Transition
November 10, 2013
Tony and Song Jones
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Had we known we would have joined your family at this time of sorrow. God bless Bill and his family and may God comfort all of you at this time. Semper Fi Bill.
November 8, 2013
Denise Love
You are in our prayers. Markie sends her love.
November 8, 2013
Rusty Houston
My condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country. May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
November 8, 2013
Flora Landscapes
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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