Condolence: Have known Harriet most of my life, but mainly indirectly through the Raffertys. In the last year, Harriet and I connected directly on Facebook and then in person. Watching her interact with others about Schoolcraft's history was more than a pleasure. She answered any and all questions that came her way, filling in the details, often with great flavor. What I loved especially was her trademark friendliness. It was infectious and we're all better off because of that. A huge loss for friends and family, and Schoolcraft.

Condolence: Harriet will be deeply missed. She was a wonderful lady.

Condolence: So sad to hear of Harriett's passing. She was one of the first to welcome me to Schoolcraft. She pulled up in her car, introduced herself and gave me a short history of my home. What a hoot! I just loved talking with her. She was a mainstay of this little village and will be greatly missed.

Condolence: Harriett will remain in our hearts forever. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence: I was so sad to hear about Harriet. She was a very special lady. Her smile and her laughter lit up a room wherever she went. Her knowledge of the history of the Village of Schoolcraft provided a vital link to the past and the beginnings of this little town. She will be greatly missed. Bill and I will be continuing to pray for the entire family.

Condolence: Nancy and family: It's so sad to hear of Harriet's passing. She was just a wonderful, sweet and loving woman, with a great soul. She will be missed by so many. You are all in my prayers.

Condolence: We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Harriet. She was a wonderful person. She always had a smile and a positive outlook on life. Harriet will be truly missed. Many condolences and blessings to the family.

Condolence: I am so sorry to hear about Harriet. I always will cherish her smile and her laugh. Her passion for teaching and for the village of Schoolcraft including its residents and its history is something I always will remember.

Condolence: Oh, my heart breaks to hear of Harriet's passing. What a wonderful part of life on this earth. Always cheerful, interested and curious about people and things. She made history a daily experience, showing us how a part of the thread of the world story we all are. To say she will be missed is an impossibly weak statement. The world has lost a bit of its spark. I am so fortunate to have known her. She is a part of my life an story, too. -Kristina

Condolence: So sorry to hear about Harriett! What a blessing she was to our town and the people that live here.

Condolence: So sorry to hear about Harriet. I didn't know her well but always enjoyed chatting with her and loved sharing old house stories with her! (we live in an old house too, though not as old as hers). I will be praying for your family as you walk this difficult road.

Condolence: I taught with Harriett at Milwood Ele for numerous years. I was the “new kid” on the block and she was the seasoned teacher that everyone loved and all the kids wanted! She used humor, kindness, enthusiasm and integrity in her daily walk with kids. She turned them on to reading by picking out the good novels like “ Charlotte’s Web! She always had fun with the kids and was very creative. I never heard Harriett say and unkind thing about anyone. She was always positive and kind. I remember she would compliment me on a teaching technique and I’m thinking.... “Wow, what an honor.... the pro is taking time to give an accolade to a rookie! “. That was Harriett.... always positive.... always supportive. I remember when she first retired she came on the opening day of school with Barb Spigemyer and they were sitting on their lawn chairs, sipping a pop, reading a magazine and waving “ hello” as all of us poor working staff entered the buildings. I thought it was hilarious. She will be missed by all. I will never forget her kindness and lovely spirit!

Condolence: As one of the Villages true historians, she will be missed. Condolences to her family.

Condolence: I had the Honor of taking care of Harriett's lawn for quite a few years. She ALWAYS invited me to "Come on in and have a seat" and would ask me what was "New and exciting in my life?" She was Bubbly, Knowledgeable, Interesting, and had such a Sweet personality. No matter where she was going or what she was doing she always seemed Happy, I would hear her humming to herself. I Miss You Greatly Harriett! Thank You for your friendship!

Condolence: Thinking of Harriett and her entire family at this very sad time.

Condolence: Very sorry to hear of Harriett's passing. I have enjoyed seeing her share comments back and forth on fb helping us to remember things or know a certain person on our SHS Memories Site. A lovely Lady indeed with a wealth of knowledge. I will have very fond memories of Harriett. Sending prayer to her Families. Nancy (Cole-Speece) Miller