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Robert James Harding

Whitefish Bay - January 23, 2021, age 74. Son of the late Robert and Luella Harding. Survived by sister Barbara Koch. Preceded in death by sisters Judy Beckett and Nancy Harding. Husband of Julie Harding. Father of Rory Harding, Kelsey Harding, Casey Harding and Mikki (Kelly) Yuen. Best friend to Joe and Virginia Lucas, and Linda, Laura and Rick. Loved by niece Alex and special friend and neighbor Kathy. Bob is also loved and remembered by nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Bob was a lifelong Milwaukee resident who loved the Packers and Brewers. He taught in MPS for 32 years and will be missed by many colleagues. He taught Church School at United Methodist Church of Whitefish Bay for over 25 years alongside his partner and friend John Douglas.

Bob was a dedicated and honored member of the Milwaukee Elks Club for many years.

Sincere thanks to caregivers at Harbor Chase in Shorewood, especially Kathy, for their love and kindness.

Loved by many, friend to all, remembered always.

If you so desire, memorials can be sent to the United Methodist Church of Whitefish Bay, 819 E. Silver Spring Rd., Whitefish Bay, WI, 53217.

Services to be held when safe.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Jan. 29 to Jan. 31, 2021.

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Roy and Diane Salmela

February 17, 2021

Julie and kids,
We are saddened by the news of Bob´s passing and so very sorry for your huge loss. Bob was a larger than life character and will be sorely missed.

Nathan M. Schmidt

February 2, 2021

Will always remember Bob making everything fun when I was a kid. Bob took us to Brewers games, The Arcade and the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame! I will forever be grateful to have had him in my life.

Jackie Turkal

February 1, 2021

Julie and family, I was so sorry to hear about Bob's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

John Douglass

January 31, 2021

Bob was an amazing person always teaching and giving to others. I´ll remember the happy times. Please email me so I can share pictures of your wonderful Dad/husband. Loved Bob a blessing to friends with such a great guy!

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