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1943
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2014
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Arthur Harden Obituary
Art was born November 27, 1943 in Exeter to Lloyd and Pearl Harden and was raised in Woodlake and Porterville, attending local schools in both Woodlake and Porterville.
Art worked for General Cable for some 27 years before they closed and he last worked for WalMart Distribution Center as a forklift driver. But he will always be remembered by those who knew and loved him, as a cowboy at heart. Art loved all things western and enjoyed being in the outdoors. He enjoyed supporting his grandkids and attendeding their various sports games and enjoyed being with his family. He also loved to ride his bike and rode five miles every day. Art was preceded in death by a daughter Stacy Harden and by a stepson Darren Lacy. He is survived by his wife Ora Lee Harden of Lindsay; his sons Arthur Harden Jr. (Stefanie) of Exeter and John P. Harden (Jennifer) of Tulare; his step daughter Rhonda Tenbroeck of Lindsay; his sisters Jean Steadham of Woodlake and Margie Lewis of Nevada; twelve grandchildren and eight great grandchildren as well as numerous other relatives and friends.Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 6 from 2:00 until 7:00 PM at the funeral home. Webb Sanders Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Arthur Harden
AL and Maria Ray Morgante
November 12, 2014
As the song that Jimmy Dean once sang ,Big John. Art was always a " big, big man" A heart to match his size.
Becky Stever
November 7, 2014
In my thoughts and prayers.
Candi Hunter
November 7, 2014
Art was truly one of a kind - such a great man. He will certainly be missed by many.
Barbara Louise Dotson Plummer
November 7, 2014
I am saddened by the loss but I am joyful in the fact that I know where he is. So many gone before him. Love you and miss you cousin.
November 7, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the family. May God give you strength and peace.
Psalm 29:11
sherri lacy
November 6, 2014
may god hold his hand going to the other side to meet darren and stacey. god bless you mom orelee
Brian South
November 5, 2014
Thank you Art you were like a second father.
Brandi Knott - McElhaney
November 5, 2014
Our condolences are with your family, so many memories of your house and fun. We know you're in a better place and may we see you in eternity. Lots of love and prayers to the family.
Mark Veteto
November 5, 2014
A great man! Many great memories. Best menudo maker I have ever known!! Going to miss you a lot Art.
Julie Summers
November 5, 2014
Very sorry for your loss. I have many great memories of Art. His pranks and sense of humor will live forever.
Mike Burnett
November 5, 2014
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
steve lewis
November 5, 2014
Art you were always fun to be with. Forever I will remember the endless laughfter we had together even in our older age I felt young again when you would stop by and we would tell our stories. I think of you every time I see a brown truck drive by. May you be blessed in heaven .
James & Dana Bain
November 5, 2014
So sorry to lose Art. He and OraLee was a friend for many years. May he rest in Peace.
A great family man
November 4, 2014
So sad at the loss of this unique & wonderful human being..He was loved by many & will be missed by many...My heart goes out to Ora Lee Harden & his family..
Lillian Osejo
November 4, 2014
Thinking of the family at this time. Art (Bubba) will be greatly missed. I will be praying for the family at this time.
Bill Poplin
November 4, 2014
I am so sad for this news of Art passing. I am an old friend of his along with Roy Foster from the High School days. I will be praying for the family to be given peace during this extremely trying times. I love you much Art. God bless you!
Susan "Susie" Hamlin
November 4, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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