William "Bill" Harkins, 79, of Madisonville passed away on Monday, September 27, 2021, at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville, KY.

He was born on May 17, 1942, in Providence, KY to the late Annie Rose Cullen Harkins and Lonnie Franklin Harkins. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and absolutely loved UK sports.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, James "Buddy" Harkins; and his sisters, Marie Ailes and Cuba Little-Heseman.

Survivors include his wife of fifty-six years, Jane Buchanan Harkins of Madisonville; daughter, Lisa (Merle) Compton of Madisonville; brothers, David (Ann) Harkins and Johnnie Harkins, both of Kuttawa, KY, and Jack (Judy) Harkins of Providence, KY; sisters, Lonnye Rose Dorris of Providence and Roxy (Roger) Allen of Madisonville; grandson, Kyle (Le'Anna Browning) Compton of Madisonville; and several nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, October 1, 2021, in the chapel of Harris Funeral Home in Madisonville.