Catching up late out here in Kalamazoo (Michigan) to the sad news of
Harry's death.
He was an exemplar of professionalism and a wonderful
person. And always the calm in the midst of storms.
Ott Gangl
To paraphrase Fran Murphey "Go to heaven, Harry." RIP
I was so fortunate to
work with all of the State Desk legends in the '70s - Liggett, Englehart,
Murphey. They were amazing people, and I gleaned all the good stuff I could
from each of them.
Harry and his beloved Helen are together again. RIP
Remembering how he used to sing sometimes as he passed the copy desk.
Very sad to hear of the passing of an ABJ legend, Harry Liggett. A good man who led a good life. He taught me a lot. I'm sure his beloved Helen was waiting to see him on the other side. Sending love to his sons and the entire family.
A true professional.
Larry Froelich
I'll miss you, old friend. We shared common ground during our youth, you in Dennison and me in Dover. We'd reminisce about the old Dover Reporter and the Dennison paper where we lost our journalistic baby teeth. I'm just so sorry I never got up your way during these last couple months to see you. Rest in peace, Harry.
Harry was a great
newsman with a gruff exterior sometimes but once you got to know him, a big
teddy bear with a heart of gold. Deepest sympathy to Harry's family.
John Dunphy
Wow. Working with Englehart and Liggett was the best possible experience a young reporter could hope for. Rest in peace my friend. Best wishes to all the family members during this difficult time.
John Dunphy
Wow. Working with Englehart and Liggett was the best possible experience a young reporter could hope for. Rest in peace my friend. Best wishes to all the family members during this difficult time.
Larry Froelich
I'll miss you, old friend. We shared common ground during our youth, you in Dennison and me in Dover. We'd reminisce about the old Dover Reporter and the Dennison paper where we lost our journalistic baby teeth. I'm just so sorry I never got up your way during these last couple months to see you. Rest in peace, Harry.
Don Roese
Another sad day for journalism.
Harry will be sadly missed by those who admired a story well-written. Harry,
Pat, Ben, JSK, Terry, and a few others, what a "Heavenly Daily" they
could put out.
RIP Harry. -30-
Pam McCarthy
I just learned the sad news reading today's BJ obits and immediately accessed the blog. John's story touched my heart, as did all the other comments written by those who loved him.
I can only add that during my short tenure on the BJ State Desk, it didn't take long for me to discover that, when Harry wasn't growling (which sometimes kind of scared me, I admit), he had the kindest eyes and the sweetest smile of any man I've ever known. I was ever so grateful for his guidance.
Rest in peace, Harry.
Pam McCarthy
I just learned the sad news reading today's BJ obits and immediately accessed the blog. John's story touched my heart, as did all the other comments written by those who loved him.
I can only add that during my short tenure on the BJ State Desk, it didn't take long for me to discover that, when Harry wasn't growling (which sometimes kind of scared me, I admit), he had the kindest eyes and the sweetest smile of any man I've ever known. I was ever so grateful for his guidance.
Rest in peace, Harry.
Sad news. He was one of
the great ones at the ABJ. Rest in peace.
Janis Froelich
Harry was indeed one of the best!
Janis Froelich
Harry was indeed one of the best!
Rest in peace, Harry. My
deepest sympathies to your family.
Love
and prayers for the Liggetts. A great one has left us.
RIP Harry Liggett. An old school newspaperman. A saint and tremendous editor with a dry and wicked sense of humor. He taught me much when I was a spring chicken many moons ago. Forever grateful for him.
Godspeed, Harry. You will
be missed.
A true gentleman and a
great colleague.
Kathy Hagedorn Kortvejesi
Bob, may your dad be at peace and hopefully see his beautiful Helen. Much love and peace to your family on this difficult day.
Kathy Hagedorn Kortvejesi
Bob, may your dad be at peace and hopefully see his beautiful Helen. Much love and peace to your family on this difficult day.
It was good working with Harry's crew back in the early '80s when most of the news sections were laid out overnight, for an afternoon paper. It's easy to see why a lot of people say they learned so much from him, because he was a decisive, no-nonsense news pro. Also, he kept us far-flung alums informed in later years through his blog. Much appreciated.
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