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Matthew Harter Obituary
55, passed through death into eternal life on Nov. 22, 2013 after a year- long battle with cancer and infections. Born in Mesa, AZ to Raymond and Jeanne Harter on Dec. 16, 1957, he was raised in Chandler, AZ and attended Chandler Public Schools. Notably, along with being a top student, he was a starter his senior year on Chandler High's state championship basketball team. Matthew earned a BS degree in chemical engineering from Rose Hulman Inst. of Technology in Terra Haute, IN and began a life-long career in the oil and gas industry. From his first job in Iraan, TX, he worked throughout the world and made a home for the past 22 years in Jakarta, Indonesia. Along with his highly successful career as a petroleum engineer, he became an avid and competent golfer, participating in and organizing golf tournaments throughout SE Asia. He is survived by his mother and sister, Carrie Rice, both of Marble Falls, TX, a brother and sister-in-law, Pete and Candace Harter, of Durango, CO, and 6 nieces and nephews. Appropriate memorials are being planned.
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January 10, 2014
Dear Jean and family,
What a shock to read of Matts passing.I'D lost track of the Harter family. I feel your pain, I'd guess Matt and Russ are sharing stories now of their boyhood days. My deepest sympathy to all. Nancy McLaren
January 6, 2014
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May your memories of the past bring you comfort today and in the days ahead. God bless, Jan Vance/Friedman
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January 5, 2014
Our hearts and prayers go out to your family at this time of loss! We still remember your friendship and what wonderful neighbors you were..Your family will always hold a very special place in our hearts..Im sure Matt will be missed greatly..
January 5, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Harter family.
Pam Kanaga Barney
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