William Emmett Harkness, 73, died Thursday June 7, 2012 in Memphis, Tennessee. He is survived by his Wife: Wilma J. Harkness, Sons & Daughters-in-Law: Mike (Stephanie) & William (Michele) Harkness, Daughters & Sons-in-Law: Lavonda (Richard Edwards & Melinda (Neil) Morrow, 8 grandchildren & 3 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00pm on Sunday June 10, 2012 at Northridge Woodhaven Funeral Home in Millington, TN A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00am on Monday June 11, 2012 at the funeral home. Interment will be at Northridge Woodhaven Cemetery. Northridge Woodhaven Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.