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Jeff Harker Obituary
Jeff Harker
Resident of San Jose
1956 - 2010
Passed away at home unexpectedly on Dec 3rd. San Jose Native. Survived by his wife of 28 years, Francine, his daughters Tiffany (Ronnie) and Melissa, as well as five grandchildren. Graduated from Leland High School class of 1974 and attended SJSU. Worked for 30 years in Silicon Valley. Was known for his love of military history as well as his sense of humor. He will be missed dearly. Please join us for his memorial service Tuesday Dec 14th at the Hilton 4949 Great America Pkway in Santa Clara from 6-9pm.
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Bill Ford
December 17, 2010
Jeff, very young and full of enthusiasm, came to work for us at the beginning of HMS. Jeff's patriotism was anchored in his interest and knowledge of US history, which he often shared with us. The country is the poorer for his loss.
Bill Ford
Rita Smith-Fleshman
December 13, 2010
Dear Francine, I'm sorry for your loss. It has been years since we have talked. You are in my thoughts.
Nancy Arrouzet
December 13, 2010
My husband and I both worked with Jeff for several years at WJ. Jeff was a genuine soul, compassionate, dedicated and full of heart. We are deeply saddened by his passing. Our best thoughts are with you in this time of such great sorrow.
Ray Milano
December 11, 2010
Jeff and I worked together during the short time that AmpTech was in business. His sense of humor and great dedication to doing a good job were most appreciated, especially while we were bringing the fab on line. I will miss him.
Francine, Melissa, and Tiffany, my deepest condolences on your loss.
Carmen Meza
December 11, 2010
Francine,Tiffany and Melissa.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Jeff at WJ for many years. He was always very nice, understanding and polite. He had a great sense of humor, he made me laugh a lot.He will be missed. My prayers with you.
Imad Yousef
December 11, 2010
I worked with Jeff for a short time at WJ back in 2003 but it left long lasting memories of joy and friendship. I remember how we used to exchange ideas on how to win bids on eBay for historical memorabilia. Jeff was on a mission to make those around him happy. He will be missed.
My deepest condolences to the family.
jay stevens
December 10, 2010
I knew jeff back from the '70's when he worked at frontier village- even 2-3 years ago he could still recite the train speech. He had a keen mind which he used to absorb military info and a dry sense of humor. You enjoyed him for a long time-he's just making others happy now. Sincere thoughts to your family at this time.
Randy Gluck
December 9, 2010
I worked with Jeff while at Harris during the 80's. I always loved his dry sense of humor; he will be missed. To the family, I hope some of the comments we make will ease some of the pain. To know he was loved by all will help.
Kris Sahlstrom
December 9, 2010
I worked with Jeff for quite a few years at Harris in the '80s and early '90s. I have great memories of his good nature and wonderful sense of humor; he was a good man! My condolensces to the family in this time of loss.
Debbie Horvath
December 9, 2010
Tiffany and family,
My heart goes out to you and your family during this time. Will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
With sympathy, Shannon Harrigan's Mom
Mona Perez
December 8, 2010
Francine, Tiffany and Melissa: I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Jeff at WJ and he always brought a smile to my face with his great sense of humor. He will be greatly missed. My sincere sympathy to the family.
December 8, 2010
Tiffany and family, I know no words can take away the pain. But I hope you can take comfort in all of your fondest memories. Your in our thoughts. Much love- Faith H
Steve Ricketts
December 8, 2010
I worked with jeff about 10 years ago at Watkins Johnson, and WJ Communications. I remember Jeff being extremely patient as he described how several of the complex systems that he was working on operated, and helping me understand what he did. He was always generous with his time, and took the time to make friends with the people he worked with.
Newton -|-
December 8, 2010
To the Harker family, sorry for your loss, may GOD give you his LOVE, PEACE, and STRENGTH in this time of sorrow. A sudden death is hard to take although i don't know that a knowing death is any easier. You have ?'s that don't get answered and never will get answered. You just take one day at a time and allow yourself to heal. And one day you will be able to say his name, say his jokes, see foods he liked with out falling apart. And it's ok to fall apart just don't stay there let family and friends help you get through your sorrow cause we can't do it by ourselves. May he R.I.P :)
Barbara Snider
December 8, 2010
Francine, Tiffany & Melissa, please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. I worked with Jeff at Harris Microwave, Samsung, WJ, he was amazing man!
My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Warm Regards,
Barbara Snider
December 8, 2010
Francine, Tiffany & Melissa, please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Warm Regards,
John Santoro
December 8, 2010
Francine, Tiffany & Melissa. My deepest condolences.
Jeff was a great friend.
Peggy McKay
December 8, 2010
My sympathy to Francine and family. I had the pleasure of working with Jeff for many years at Harris Semi and will always remember how he could make me smile.
Elaine Kulm
December 8, 2010
Very sorry for your loss. My sincere sympathy to the family.
Erin Sullivan
December 8, 2010
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Shannon Harrigan
December 8, 2010
Tiffany and Melissa: You have been in our thoughts and prayers every day this week. Feel at peace knowing you dad has passed knowing his daughters have made, and are continuing to make, something wonderful of themselves. Our Love to your Family, Brian, Shannon and David Harrigan
December 8, 2010
Chuck Flores, co-worker of Jeff and friend, from where he worked, it was a real pleasure knowing Jeff, and working with him daily we use to talk a lot about Ebay and his purchasing of historical memorabilia. My deepest sympathy goes out to his wife and family.
December 8, 2010
Aurea and Jeff Krebsbach Sister and Brother in Law send our deepest condolences to Francine, Tiffany, and Melissa.
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