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William HARDER Obituary

HARDER, William Grady Jr. The graveside Service of Remembrance for Mr. William Grady Harder Jr., 82, of Inverness, FL who died Sunday, July 19, 2020 in Inverness, FL will be Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 11 am at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Inverness with the Rev. David H. Beckman officiating. Online condolences may be sent to the family at HooperFuneralHome.com. Mr. Harder, known to most as Grady, was born December 4, 1937 in Dallas, TX and he was the son of the late William Grady and Bonnie (Easdon) Harder Sr. He is preceded in death by his three sisters, Sally Walker, Margie Jones, and Anna Lee Weyer; and brother, Tom Harder. He was the owner of Electro Lab II, Inc. in Oldsmar, FL since 1977. He was a member of the Cracker Boys Bass Club and loved fishing, fishing, fishing, and his family. Mr. Harder is survived by his wife of 63 years, Patricia Anne Harder; his daughter, De De Waddell of Valdosta, GA; his two sons, William G. "Buddy" Harder III and his wife, Lisa of Oldsmar, FL and Lonnie W. Harder and his wife, Rachel of Brooksville, FL. He is also survived by his brother, Rick Harder of Grandbury, TX and his sister, Tonja Knobel of Dunedin, FL along with six grandsons, Kyle, Tyler, Hayden, Jacob, Isaiah, and Caleb and the apple of his eye, his great-grand-daughter, Kinsley. The Inverness Chapel of Hooper Funeral Homes and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times from Jul. 23 to Jul. 26, 2020.

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Meredith Cappel - Kane

July 25, 2020

When a sister ( Tonja) makes you feel the warmth and enormity of a relationship ... the overwhelming loss is apparent . Heaven got sweeter and stronger - for sure .

Simone Taylor

July 24, 2020

No one can prepare you for a loss; it comes like a swift wind. However, take comfort in knowing God is with you and your family lean on him in your time of need. Please accept my most heartfelt condolences.

Joe and Debbie Cook

July 23, 2020

Our deepest sympathy to the Harder family for the loss of your loved one.

JW/JKH

July 23, 2020

My deepest sympathy to the Harder Family for the loss of your loved one, William Grady, Jr., and pray God gives you comfort, peace and strength.

Ralph and Patti Giordano

July 23, 2020

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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Lynn Harder

July 22, 2020

I will miss this sweet man! May you rest in peace. We know you will be watching over us! It's been an honor to be your sister-in-law for 38 years! I will never forget all the great trips to Florida. Thanks for spending my 50th birthday with me on our cruise! Great memories. Until we meet again! Love always

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11:00 a.m.

Oak Ridge Cemetery

Inverness , FL 34450

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