W.-Harper-Obituary

W. James Harper

Columbus, Ohio

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Harper W. James Harper, 91, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2014 at the Friendship Village of Dublin Health Center near his home in Columbus, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his first wife Eloise Harper and his two brothers, Claude Jr and Bob. He is survived by his second wife, Helen Harper;...

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Remembering Jim as Christmas arrives Downunder where he and his wife would arrive from northern Winter to southern Summer about this time every year, visiting friends in Australia en route to New Zealand for ongoing research work and endless garden experiences. We miss Jim so much but are glad of all the good years. Apart from considerable mentoring in agricultural science, Jim taught us to live life to the maximum, to keep a sense of humour and to enjoy Nature in all its beauty.
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Jim Harper changed my path in life. He taught, challenged and encouraged like no other and he will be missed.

I had the great fortune to be "adopted" by Jim and Eloise shortly after they arrived in Palmerston North. Jim was very generous with his time and his knowledge and he nurtured my love of orchids and of the environment they grew in. My condolences to Helen, Ginny, Kenn, Scott and all the grand- and great grandchildren. A mighty Totara has fallen.

I had the privilege of working with Jim over 4 New Zealand summers at Fonterra Research Centre (NZDRI) in Palmerston North. I first met him in 1982. His energy and enthusiasm were outstanding. It is sad to hear of his passing and I send sincere condolences to Helen and his family from

I was a grad student of Dr. Harper's in the late 70s and have to say that he was the best instructor I have had throughout my educational pursuits. I remember the first time I met him, he was running up the steps, two at a time, in a hurry for "something", but still had the time to say "hello". I don't remember the number of the course, but there was one where he would merely state a problem from his experience in working with industry, and the students would have to ask questions and find...

My heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Helen Harper, Kenn, Scott, Virginia and families. I was Doc Harper's graduate student in the late 60's and also spent many weekends at his home with him and Mrs. Eloise Harper, enjoying their hospitality and the lovely views of Hoover Reservoir. He was blessed with a long life and a distinguished career and I was fortunate to have met him one last time last year just before his 90th birthday in his office at the Parker Food Science building. A photo taken that...

Jim was a wonder person. An amazing gardener. A fascinating man. A friend. He will be missed. Our thoughts are with his family.

To Dr Harper's Family and Friends, Our deepest sympathies go out to you. May God, and the many good memories, sustain you; now and also in the future..Jim was a very dynamic, yet humble, individual. Our thoughts and prayers are for you and your families. Sincere condolences from the Art Beerys, Smithville, Ohio (BSinDT'68,MS'71)[email protected]

What a privilege to have had Dr. Harper as my teacher and friend. My condolences and prayers, I extend to Jim's family.