William E. Harkleroad, 68, of Batavia, died at his home July 9.

Harkleroad was a retired Duke Energy employee who founded Harkie’s Hoedowners and enjoyed teaching, judging and competing in clogging events across the country.

He is survived by his wife Patricia Harkleroad, his children William (Patty) Harkleroad Jr., Greg (Brandi) Harkleroad and Amy (Butch) Bradburn, his grandchildren Trisha, Jake, Drew, Alex, A.J., Lydia, Keaton, Kaden and Kole, and his great-grandson Jaxson.

Services 5:30 p.m. July 13 at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, 177 West Main Street, Amelia. Memorials to Hospice of Cincinnati.