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James Frederick "Jim" Harter

James Frederick "Jim" Harter obituary

James Harter Obituary


JAMES "JIM" FREDERICK HARTER
November 17, 1941 ~ November 11, 2017

James Frederick Harter passed away on November 11, 2017 at the age of 75. James is survived by his wife Terri; his son Tim and wife Tracy; daughter Tina and her husband Rob; his four grandsons James, Nic, Zachary and Travis.
After high school Jim served his country as a member of the Unites States Marine Corp until 1967 and ultimately retired as a Longshoreman in 2002.
Jim was a beloved husband and father who was always there for his family. He took a very active role in his children's love of sports, by coaching both of his children in baseball and softball. If Jim wasn't coaching he was umpiring, ensuring that all children had the opportunity to play ball.
Throughout his life, he continued to support his veteran brothers and sisters in many ways. He joined the 40 et 8 and went through the ranks becoming Chef de Gare. He also joined the American Legion, ultimately becoming American Legion Post 14 Commander. As the City of Vancouver's Committee Chairman, Jim was instrumental in bringing the Medal of Honor recipients annual reunion to Vancouver. Several times he was the Chairman of the annual Veterans Day Parade; ensuring local veterans were recognized for their service.
A celebration of his life is being held Friday, November 17, 2017, 2:00 p.m. at the American Legion Post 14, 4607 NE St James Rd, Vancouver, WA 98663. Everyone is welcome to join his family for this celebration. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Friends of Hospice organization.
Please sign James's Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Nov. 15, 2017.
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Teri, Tim, Tina & rest if the family grandkids & spouses I'm so sorry for your loss. I've been offline for a bit & just now read this on Tina's FB page! I'm saddened. My heartfelt prayers are with you. I recently lost my cousin Tim Chandler & lost my mom Judy who I cared for during her grueling cancer battle for five years. Losing a parent is something will all dread. And when it happens even if you're prepared it cuts so deeply when you have a close bond. I'm sorry to say your lives will change now but, hi lies within your hearts & souls for eternity. I left a patriotic image in honor of Him's service to our great Nation!

Theresa Captain

November 29, 2017

Sorry for your loss I new him when I was a kid. His father Roy always went camping with my parents Harry and Dolores Eaton that's how I met him. It sounds like he was a great father.My deepest condolences to you all.

Marcia Lee

November 22, 2017

Tim and family,

Sorry to hear about your loss, thoughts and prayers to you all.

Greg Sollars

November 20, 2017

My Boyfriend Frank Decker went to school with Jim and another friend Jim Martin,

We all are sorry for your loss,

Diane Gatter

November 19, 2017

Tim, we were saddened to hear of the loss of your father and our thoughts and prayers are with you, Tracy, James, Zachary and all family. Love Aunt Sybil and Uncle Ron

November 19, 2017

Tim and Tracy,

We offer our deepest condolences during this sad time. May Jim rest in eternal peace.

Aimee and Saul

Aimee Serna

November 18, 2017

Tim and Tracy and family our condolences and Love Aunt Nett,Pam and family
Love and miss you

November 18, 2017

You will be missed. Always in our thoughts and prayers.

John and Heike Heath

November 17, 2017

I will miss you, a lot.

helen Cochran

November 17, 2017

I remember Jim as a very great man and easy to talk to

Dale Howard

November 17, 2017

My condolences to all the Harter family for your loss. Mr. Harter I can picture in my mind vividly from the days of Alcoa Little League. He certainly left an impression that I never forgotten. May you all find comfort through precious memories that you can always cherish.

Craig Cusick

November 16, 2017

Miss you old friend.

Bill Miles

November 16, 2017

Terri, Tina and Tim, we are saddened to hear that Jim has passed. We know that he is at peace. We hold dear this member of our family.

Linda and Jim Williams

November 15, 2017

To a very special man. He was dearly loved by his family

Jim. Harter,

November 15, 2017

I love you and will miss you greatly. Your guidance and influences made me the man and the Dad I am today.

Tim

November 15, 2017

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal....
Rest In Peace Pops we love and miss you!

Carmen Felkel

November 15, 2017

Jim was one of the good guys! So sorry for you loss, Terri, Tim and Tina. He was always there for his children back in their elementary school days at PSO along with Terri. The staff at PSO was so fortunate to work with such a cool family. I hope the memories of all the good times will give you peace. Love, Jeannie Brust

November 15, 2017

My thoughts are with you all during this most difficult time. He was loved by many & will be remembered always.

Cindy Sutton

November 15, 2017

Tim and Family,
We are sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We wish we could have spent more time with Jim, I still have and use the knife he gave us.

Jeff Bobbitt

November 15, 2017

Tim and Family,
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Although we didn't know your Dad as well as we wanted we did enjoy the little time we got to spend with him. I still have and use the knife he gave me. Again... Sorry for your loss

Jeff & Loretta Bobbitt

November 15, 2017

Becky and I extend our deepest sympathies. While we didn't personally know him, he sounds like a great man that leaves good memories.
Tom and Becky Eisenhut

November 15, 2017

Terri, Tim, and Tina,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Jim was a great man who touched many lives. May you all find comfort in your memories of the great times with him.
Sending love and prayers of comfort to the Harter family from The Hiller Family ♡

Ginger Hiller-Allen

November 15, 2017

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