Paul D. Harkless passed away on February 16, 2022 at Cedar Ridge Center in Sissonville, WV. He was born on February 13, 1957, the son of the late Lester R. Harkless and Virginia Boggs Harkless. He is formerly of New Kent County, VA, where he worked as a heavy equipment operator, and a painter for the City of Richmond. He is survived by his sisters, Brenda Harkless, and Kathy Jarvis, both of Ravenswood, WV, Barbara Kohn of Charleston, WV, and Helen (Susie) Starkey of Akron, OH; many nieces, nephews, and grandnieces and grandnephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Alonzo Harkless. As per his request, there will be no viewing or service. He will be missed by his family and friends in both Virginia and West Virginia. Thank you to Roush Funeral Home in Ravenswood for their kindness during this time.