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Posted by: Azya Thornton on Dec 9, 2024

Memphis attorney Ronald Maury Harkavy died Dec. 6 at age 90. Other than attending Vanderbilt University for his undergraduate and law school degrees, Harkavy spent his entire life and career in Memphis. He was involved in various professional and community organizations, including serving on the board of directors of the Memphis Bar Association and a hearing committee for the state disciplinary board. He also served in leadership roles with a variety of community organizations including Anshei Sphard Beth El Emeth Synagogue, the Memphis Jewish Community Center, the Memphis Jewish Federation and the Jewish Foundation of Memphis, which he founded. In his law practice, Harkavy focused on business and financing transactions, real estate, land use planning and zoning matters. A funeral was held Dec. 8 at Anshei Sphard. Donations may be made to the Memphis Jewish Federation or a charity of the donor's choice.