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Jim Harding Obituary

1941-2015

James Edgar (Jim) Harding, 73, passed away suddenly on March 21, 2015 at his home in Houston, Texas. Originally from Jonesburg, Missouri, he spent most of his adult life in the Houston area and had recently retired. Known for his quick wit, humor, and frugality, Jim blazed his own trail. He is pre-deceased by his parents; Carl and Georgia Harding and survived by the pride and joy of his life: his three children; Kelli Harding Lauletta and husband John, Colonel Scott E. Harding and wife Elizabeth, Colonel Craig A. Harding and wife Wendy; his grandchildren Alex, Claire, Natalie and Isabelle; his sisters Karen and Carla; and his brother John. He is deeply missed by family and friends.

Memorial contributions can be made to the EOD Warrior Foundation at eodwarriorfoundation.org.

His interment will be at the Veteran's Memorial Cemetery in Houston, TX at a date to be determined.

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

Published by The Tomball Potpourri from Mar. 27 to Apr. 9, 2015.

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