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Jeffrey Harper Obituary
JEFFREY J.
Age 40, of Bethel Park, on Monday, July 21, 2003, beloved husband of Kathleen A. (Zewe); son of Gayle (Bill) Houser and the late Larry Harper; grandson of Blanche Burwell and Dorothy Harper; step-brother of Charles and Kurt Houser. Jeff worked for Development Dimensions International for over 15 years. Funeral Arrangements by BEINHAUERS, Friends welcome at BEINHAUER-CONNELL, 5120 West Library Ave., Bethel Park, (412) 835-7940 on Thursday 2-9 p.m. where service will be held Friday, at 11 a.m. Interment Jefferson Memorial Park.
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Karen Harper
July 29, 2003
I will always keep Jeff close to my heart. We had a very special bond. I will take with me all of the holidays spent on O'Neil Drive. One of the best memories was when Aunt Gayle and Uncle Larry told all the cousins one Christmas Eve that Santa was on the roof and she hid and rang bells to be sure we believed that the reindeer were indeed outside. Jeff was older than the rest of us but never gave Aunt Gayle's secrets of Christmas away. I will truly miss Jeff and I will also miss his love for his cats. Jeff, I love you and will never forget you.
Denise Rogan
July 27, 2003
It has taken me awhile, to truly realize that our "Jeffery Zewe Harper" is gone. I think I more than any other, "forced" jeff into conversation longer than a few words--i do have that gift of gab. Jeffs quiet way, will always be remembered and i will always see him, with his shaded glasses, and mustached smile. Kathy-know that he loved you--and keep in your heart all the happy times. If there is anything I (we) can do for you during this time, please call--we are here for you. love always, aunt denise
Joe Kanonik
July 27, 2003
Our Hearts and Prayers go out to Kath & the Harper Family.
Steven, Linda, Adam & Clarke Harper
July 27, 2003
Kathy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jeff was more than just a cousin to me, he was my big brother and I will always miss him.
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Jeanne Parsons
July 26, 2003
To Kathy and all of Jeff's family and friends,
Although I did not know Jeff personally, I knew of him through his brother in law Mark .. He was on my prayer list that I sent out to my list.. When the end came I felt as though I had lost a friend. Mark was so wonderful about keeping me informed on how Jeff was doing . My heart goes out to all that knew and loved him..I pray for all of you that you know he is no longer in pain.. I feel that God needed someone special for a special job that needed to be done and he chose Jeff for that knowning he is the best man for the job.. Hopefully you will all find comfort in knowing he is in a much better place then we are..He will be gratly missed.
My deepest sympathy to you all..
Jeanne
Mark Pastirak
July 26, 2003
Goodbye Friend
The rain came today and pushed the sun away,
everything has now changed.
Melancholy feelings deeper than deep.
Waves of uncertainty from my head to my feet.
I lost a friend today, he went away.
Heaven is a better place I'm sure,
the second he strolled through the door.
The world got dim with his leaving,
It won't be the same,
It was a better place with him in it,
Now, It won't ever be the same.
Time heals all wounds,
so they say,
This wounds too deep to go away,
everything's changed.
I lost, a friend today, he went away.
I console myself with the belief
that I'll see you soon,
we''ll play the back nine with Moses
or fish in God's lagoon.
Goodbye Friend,
I'll see you soon.
MAP 7-21-03
Freda Nieman
July 25, 2003
We extend our deepest sympathy to the Houser and Harper families in the loss of Jeff.
Freda Nieman & Frances Reichman
(Friends of Dorothy Harper)
Michael & Drew Mende
July 24, 2003
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. As Drew and I work on the house I cant help but think how much better Jeff would have done it. I am lucky to have had the chance to get to know him.
Mike and Drew
Gina Santilli
July 24, 2003
Kathy
I was very shocked to hear about your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. My family will keep you in our prayers.
lisa,sean mcguire
July 24, 2003
our deepest sympathy to kath and jeff's family
Mike & Cat Mient
July 24, 2003
Take comfort not only in knowing how much he loved you, but also in that he knew how much he, in turn, was loved by you. He went to his peace holding that in his heart. Please let us know any little thing we can do to make this even a little easier for you.
Our love,
Mike & Cat
Megan Ward
July 24, 2003
Nobody on O'Neill Drive was cooler than Jeff Harper. When I think of Jeff, these are all memories of childhood that wouldn't have been the same without him: fireworks, a gaggle of Card Club Kids jammed in a station wagon to go to the movies, neighborhood parties, games of Grey Ghost that lasted LONG after the streetlights came on, weenie roasts, skateboards and broken arms, go-karts, run-down, Marco Polo, sparklers in the birdbath, 1980 pennies, Halloween tricks and "Say what Jeffy says". Grey Ghost everybody – Jeff made it home!
Bill & Patty Landon
July 24, 2003
I've worked with Jeff for 18 years, he was my partner and friend.
You will be missed!
Bill
Aunt Audrey
July 24, 2003
WE ARE ONLY AUNTS-IN-LAW
We are only aunts-in-law,
Yet we feel so awfully sad …
We are only aunts-by-law,
But the hurt is truly bad.
God wanted Him an angel,
So He looked from up above,
And He spotted Him a tired heart,
One that was still so full of love.
Then He took you with Him,
He took you away,
Straight up to Heaven,
On that mid-July day.
Yes, we are only aunts by marriage,
This much is true,
We may be only aunts-in-law,
But Jeffrey … WE LOVE YOU!
bobbie patton
July 24, 2003
Dear Gayle and Family,
Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of Jeff. May your many friend's prayers be of comfort to you. You are in my prayers.
Judy Zewe
July 23, 2003
Kathleen:
I know the last couple of weeks were hard, but let the good memories that you have fill your thoughts. Love, Mom
Bob Kanonik
July 23, 2003
Kathy,
My deepest sympathies at your loss. Please remember that your loved one is in the loving arms of God.
"I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die."
Debra Squires
July 23, 2003
As you are laid to rest, may your soul be forever with us through that eternal internet connection in the sky that we call Heaven. God Bless.
Susan Rotz
July 23, 2003
Kathy,
You have my deepest sympathy on the death of your husband, Jeff. He was taken at a very young age, but he's at peace now. Cherish the memories you two have created through the years.
Susan
Kurt Houser
July 23, 2003
In memory of a brother and friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kurt and Lisa
Leslie Ireland
July 23, 2003
I just wanted to say, you have my deepest sympathy. You have my thoughts and prayers.
Audrey Stephenson
July 23, 2003
You were a very special nephew. I will miss your quiet, loving ways.
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