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James Hare Obituary
James Earl Hare Jr., 86, went home to be with his Lord Jesus January 28, 2012. He was born November 7, 1925 in McAlester, Okla. to the late James Earl Hare Sr. and Clemmie Estelle Davenport. He was preceded in death by his loving and devoted wife of 63 ½ years, Norma Jeanne Hare. James is survived by his daughters Sue Fussell and husband Mike of Humble, TX, Pamela Shappell Blair and the late Eddie Blair of Conroe, TX; son James Hare of Sommerville, TX; granddaughters Kim Axtel and husband Jay, Tracy Peck and husband Dave, Michelle Kirby and Mary Gibbins, Wendy Belford and husband Jake and Katy "Scout" Hare; 13 great grandchildren; 1 great great granddaughter; sister Ruby Irene Webb of Rockwall, TX; and brother Gerald Lee Hare and wife Ann of San Angelo, TX.
James was in the Navy and served proudly in WWII. He worked for the Rock Island and Southern Pacific Railroad, where he retired after 45 years as Division Superintendent. He was a member of Louetta Road Baptist Church in Spring, TX.
Visitation will be held from 12:00 P.M. until 8:30 P.M., Monday, January 30, 2012 at Forest Park The Woodlands Funeral Home. Funeral Services are set for 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, January 31, 2012 in the Mausoleum at Forest Park The Woodlands Cemetery. Interment will follow in Forest Park The Woodlands Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Hare
Rick Mangan
January 31, 2012
I had the honor of working for Mr Hare on the Rock Island in the late seventies. He was always kind to me and treated me with respect. He will be missed. God bless you Mr Hare and my best to his family.
Jim Hight
January 30, 2012
I had the opportunity to work with Earl
several times in my SP Career, he was a dedicated employee of the railroad,and a very good man,he will be missed by those who worked with him ,and I am sure he will be missed by his family
January 30, 2012
I was saddened to learn of the passing of an old friend and co-worker. We faced many challanges in our career with Southern Pacific and went through some tough times together. Earl was always there carrying his share of the load and to help any one else carry theirs. I will always remember Earl as a dedicated loyal co-worker. May God bless the family and see them thru the healing process following the loss this fine Christian man. Art Henson, Retired VPT Southern Pacific
Jack Fuller
January 30, 2012
JEH was my Supt. on both SP and Rock Island. A knowledgable and capable railroad man.
Danny Reding
January 30, 2012
I will always remember my Uncle Earl. I can hear his voice, see his broad smile, and feel his enthusiastic handshake even now. He loved his family and friends and was one of the most positive and optimistic people you could ever meet. Our family has been scattered across the country for a long time now but I still treasure the memories of the times when we were together. Sue, Pam and James, may God comfort you and fill your thoughts with memories of a father who left you with a legacy of love.
January 29, 2012
In loving memory of one of the truly nice guys. We will love you and will remember you always.
Dave and Val Hare
Lomira, WI
January 29, 2012
Mr. Hare was a precious child of God, a committed Christian man, a loving husband and father. He was a great testimony to the Lord, even through his last days. We will miss him and his big smile. "Call me Earl, not Mr. Hare!" We thank God for his life. Love, Carlos and Cindy Diaz
January 29, 2012
RIP JEH, ALWAYS REMEMBERED YOU FROM FT WORTH AND OTHER PLACES WE WORKED
GREG V. HERNANDEZ RI WIRE CHIEF
DENNIS L. STOWE
January 29, 2012
JEH SHALL BE REMEMBER DEARLY AND DAILY BY ALL WORK WORKED AND KNEW HIM OH SO WELL OVER ALL THE GREAT YEARS
I SALUTE HIM
DENNIS L. STOWE RETIRED RI DISPR
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