Gregg Michael Harder

GREGG MICHAEL HARDER Gregg was born in Portland, Oregon on January 3, 1955 to James and Charlotte Harder. Surviving Gregg are his sons, Bradley Harder and Ryan Wolfe of Vancouver, WA. Gregg leaves behind his brother and sister-in-law, Steve and Cindy Harder; his sister and brother-in-law, Lori and Les Cooper; his sister, Karen Mefferd; his brother and sister-in-law John and Michele Rudi; as well as three nieces and five nephews. Gregg is also survived by his former wife, Jonita Harder of Vancouver and his companion, Susan Wilson of Woodland, WA. Gregg graduated from Lincoln High School in 1973 and immediately joined the Harder Companies. He retired from Thompson Metal Fab in 2004. After retiring Gregg enjoyed traveling as well as spending time at his home in Surfside, Washington. Gregg loved the beach, finding any opportunity to spend time on or near the water. This past year, Gregg became an owner of The Coast Bar & Grille in Long Beach, WA. This last summer was spent traveling with his sons; they visited Alaska, Southern Oregon and the Washington Coast. Gregg's heart gave out on Thursday, December 15, 2005. Up until that day, he lived life fully, meeting new people and experiencing fantastic adventures. You knew you could always count on Gregg for a joke or a laugh. He will always be remembered for his big-hearted spirit and generosity. A memorial service is planned for Wednesday, December 21, 2005 at the Lewis River Golf Course in Woodland, Washington at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Gregg would want remembrances to go to The Providence Cancer Center in Portland, Oregon.