William “Bill” Frances Harmon, Sr.

1945 - 2026

William “Bill” Frances Harmon, Sr., 81, of Plainville, Kansas, passed away on March 4, 2026, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville.

He was born on January 27, 1945, in Oberlin, Kansas, to Paul Meredith and Frances Lenore (Case) Harmon. Bill grew up in Oberlin and graduated from Oberlin High School in 1965. He later continued his education, earning an associate’s degree. On February 11, 1968, he married Pamela Sue Dennis in Oberlin.

Bill proudly served in the United States Army. He was a member of the Red Line Cruisers and the Hays Ham Radio Club. In his free time, Bill enjoyed woodworking, fishing, and spending time on his ham radio. He found great satisfaction in working with his hands, being outdoors, and connecting with others through his hobbies. Survivors include his wife, Pam; children, Terri (Dante) Nickel, Bill (Lindley) Harmon and Trevor (Beth) Harmon; seven grandchildren, Will Harmon, Jordyn (Cody) Swanson, Brittney (Kagen Fell) Harmon, Kasey Nickel, Chloe (Daniel) Harmon, Riley Nickel, Toby Harmon; and three great-grandchildren, Maddox Swanson, Ronan Swanson, Zoey Bowman.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Frances Harmon; sister, Paula Brunson; and brothers- in-law, Jim Hammerschmidt and Larren Dennis.

A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date and will be held in June.

Memorials are suggested to the Rooks County Health Center Nursing and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd, Plainville, KS 67663.