Dallas Ray HARDER
1996 - 2016
Dallas Ray HARDER
1996 - 2016
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BORN
1996
DIED
2016
Dallas HARDER Obituary
It is with great sadness that the family of Dallas Harder announce his sudden passing on Wednesday, August 3, 2016. Dallas was born May 14, 1996 in Edmonton, the son of Darren and Lisa (Morasse) Harder. He attended Salisbury Composite High School and graduated in 2014.
Dallas was an accomplished photographer and gifted artist. At the age of 15, he started working with local modeling agencies as one of their fashion photographers. He was also able to travel to Toronto and New York for photo shoots. He had thousands of followers on his public Facebook page who admired his artwork and talent.
Dallas is survived by his loving parents, Darren and Lisa Harder; brother, Jayden (Carrie) and niece, Madison; grandparents, Ray and Emily Harder; grandfather, Larry (Michelle) Morasse; great-grandmother, Laura Morasse; uncle, Darcy (Linda) Harder and cousins, Aaron and Josh; auntie, Noelle (Gerry) Kozdroski and cousins, Paulina (Robin), Amanda (Alex), Alycia (Rob), Kendra and Tara; Auntie Valerie (Michael) Morasse and cousin, Sebastian; as well as numerous great aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Dallas was predeceased by his maternal grandmother, Donna Morasse; great-grandfather, Alfred Morasse; great-grandparents, Phyllis (Nana) and Howard McDonald.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Connelly McKinley funeral home, 10011 – 114 Street, Edmonton.
Donations may be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association/Alberta in Dallas Harder's name.
To send condolences please visit: www.connelly-mckinley.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Anonymous
February 22, 2025
I would just like to say that Dallas, even to this day is still not forgotten. I knew him through social media and his following on DeviantArt. And I know I didn´t know him too personally, but I was inspired by him.
He was one of the community. An artist and an online friend. I still pray for him and his soul that he finds rest and peace. The special needs program I run even today has his name in our prayer box and we pray for him and many others every day. So to the family; my deepest condolences, and for your son; may his soul find peace in everlasting life.
OREL ZIPPER
June 26, 2020
To the family:
Like many signing, I never knew Dallas personally. Years ago, I followed him on DeviantArt and ended up finding his Youtube channel.
He brought beauty to others through his work. And through his videos, a glimpse of a bright, charismatic young person who had so much to offer. I know it may mean little from a stranger of the web, but the truth is Dallas inspired many and he managed to ingrain himself and his work into our thoughts.
I pray he has found peace. And my belated condolence. Be well and be blessed with happiness and health.
Joyce Chaplain
May 8, 2019
Just now I was just looking up his name to visit his DeviantArt page. I used to browse his gallery about 8 or 9 years ago. I just recently discovered this when browsing search results. I'm appalled to discover this happened. His art will continue to live on. He was a total inspiration to me and my photography career path. May he rest in paradise.
T Sargent
August 6, 2018
I had the pleasure of seeing his videos on YouTube. I only recently found out about his sudden passing. I just want to say that I am very thankful that he was there for me during a time of my life when I really needed his positivity and joyful videos. His photography was truly beautiful and his smile could brighten any sad emotions I was feeling. Even now I watched his pie throwing video and laugh. If I could speak to him I would tell him how thankful I am to him. I'm so sorry for his family and close friends' loss. He will never be forgotten.
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Dimitri Garcia
December 26, 2016
I'm so shocked to learn this. His photography inspired me so much to continue on. My heart goes out to the family. Much too young to be gone.
Jillian
December 14, 2016
To the parents of Dallas Harder,
When I was 17, I found your son's work online and was immediately blown away and completely inspired. Now, I am 21 and I still remember his work. I went to Google his name to admire his work for the millionth time and found this obituary. I've never met Dallas but I can say I'm heartbroken. Such a terrible loss. I'm sending my love from America. His legacy will go on.
Eric Guitton
November 3, 2016
I just learned the death of your son Dallas Ray Harder. I was a big fan of his work. Receive my most sincere condolences even if these poor words certainly cannot comfort you, I hope that they will ease your pain. I also enclose this text on mourning.
"Go away from this fall , do not cry ,
I 'm not here , I do not sleep .
I am the wind blowing from all walks
I am the diamond that sparkles in the snow
I am the sunlight on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain ,
Morning in the whirlwind of awakening,
I am the light and exhilarating flight of birds,
That rotate slowly in the sky.
I am the stars that shine at night.
Do not sit there at my grave to weep ,
I 'm not here , I 'm not dead . "
Kevin
September 1, 2016
I knew Dallas online for several years. When I heard this news, I was heartbroken. My condolences to the family and friends.
Don Sager
August 12, 2016
Lisa and Darren,
I am very sorry for your loss. Your son sounds like his life left a profound effect on others. You are in my thoughts and prayers , and I send condolences for your family.
Shirley Manchak
August 12, 2016
Darren and Lisa - So sorry for your profound loss. May memories and family and friends help you through this difficult time. Children are so precious and cannot image the hole that has been left.
Karen Atkinson
August 11, 2016
I was greatly saddened to hear of the loss of Dallas. He was an amazing young man. I only had the privilege of knowing him for a very short time through teaching at Lakeland Ridge School. I know he will be remembered for his beauty in his actions, his art, his soul.
Jason & Michele Bobocel & Family
August 11, 2016
Darren, Lisa & Family - Our sincerest condolences to you. May your memories of your son help you get through this difficult time. We're very sorry that we could not attend his service as we just heard of his passing today. May he rest in peace.
Moxley Family
August 10, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Louise Hayes
August 10, 2016
Dear Darren and Lisa - I am so sorry. Words are so inadequate at a time like this but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dallas at Lakeland's Fine Arts Night
Karen Lundin
August 9, 2016
August 9, 2016
Darren, Lisa & family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Charla and the Chatters team.
Joy Sturwold
August 9, 2016
Darren and Lisa - My sincere condolences to you. I hope your fond memories and support from family and friends will help you through this journey of saying goodbye and celebrating Dallas' life.
Jenn O'Neill (Brown)
August 8, 2016
Dear Darren and Lisa,
I had the honor of knowing Dallas while he was at Lakeland and teaching him in junior high science. His heart warming smile and quiet gentle nature comes to mind when I think of him. My science room was often filled with laughter from the back corner where Dallas and his friends would be telling stories of their adventures. He loved his friends so much! I will cherish his hug and high 5... And his smile I received from him on his grade 9 farewell.
Although it doesn't make it any easier, please know that he touched so many lives, including mine and will live in many hearts for years to come
The Kurek Family
August 8, 2016
Words cannot express how sorry we are of your loss of Dallas. He and Natalie spent a lot of time together during the Junior High years, doing photo shoots, making videos, and throwing coconut cream pies at one another in the backyard.:) He was kind and sweet and cared for others. He will be missed!
Karen Lundin
August 8, 2016
Dear Darren and Lisa- my heart is so heavy and I have been thinking so much about your family. Dallas was and will always be one of my very favourite students from LLR school. I loved his sweet nature and art talent. He gave me a large self-portrait photo image that I had displayed in my art room; I was so touched. Know that he made a difference in my classroom.
August 8, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. Dallas was an amazing young man who was in my classes for 3 years at LLR.He and I had great conversations and shared a love of art. He was brave and so kind to the special kids I worked with. I am sending you love and prayers. Toni Mueller (E.A. LLR)
Miranda Simmonds
August 8, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss.Dallas was a sweet , amazing ,awesome young man,and a joy to work with.
Miranda Simmonds
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