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COMMANDER JAMES LOUIS HARRE
USN (RET.)
COMMANDER JAMES LOUIS HARRE, USN (Ret.) of Fairfax Station, VA died at Fairfax INOVA Hospital on April 16, 2006 of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. He was 70 years old. He leaves to grieve a family who adored him and many friends who will miss this gentle man. Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Patricia of Fairfax Station; his son, James Jr. of Great Falls; his daughter, Margaret Harre of Napa Valley, CA; his daughter-in-law, Susan; his sister, Patricia Harre of Oakland, CA and three beloved granddaughters, Lauren, Cynthia, and Elizabeth. Commander Harre will be buried with Full Military Honors at Arlington National Cemetery on July 10, 2006. There will be a service at the Old Post Chapel at 9 a.m., preceding the burial. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to "The American Patriot Scholarship" at MOAA Scholarship Fund, Dept. 889, Alexandria, VA 22334-0889. These scholarships are awarded to children whose fathers, or mothers, have lost their lives during military service.
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Bob Fruchterman
July 13, 2006
Condolences from the Fruchterman family to the Harre family. What a remarkable coincidence that our lives would cross again some 40 years after Rota. I will keep your family in my prayers as we recall the fond memories of our fathers. Jim, let's meet for lunch and renew the old friendship.
Susan Harre
July 4, 2006
My father-in-law was an awesome individual...Kind, gentle, dignified.... a perfect grandfather to our daughters...and a perfect example of a life well-lived. My favorite memories are of birthdays, holidays, bike rides on the C and O Canal and at Burke Lake Park....A big hole is left in our lives, yet I hope the memories will live on for us as an example of how to live a life of integrity and honor.
Susan McQuade
July 3, 2006
Mr. Harre was a kind gentleman who occasionally waited with his granddaughters at the school bus stop. He was patient with children and answered my son's many questions about serving in the military. He was the epitome of physical fitness, and an inspiration to many. We are grateful for his service to our country, and our thoughts are with Pat, Jim Jr., Susan, Lauren, Cindy, Lizzie, and Bruin.
Vicki Idlor
June 30, 2006
Jim was a wonderful and inspiring person in every way. He served his country honorably, loved his family dearly and was a special friend to many people. Jay and I were so lucky to be part of his family.
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Ronald and Louise Sawyer
June 28, 2006
Our deepest sympathy during this difficult time.
Charles & Janet Filer
June 28, 2006
Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family. We will have you in our thoughts July l0.
David Potter
June 26, 2006
Jim Harre Sr. served his country long and well, in addition to being a beloved family man. My sincere condolences go out to his family, especially to his wife Pat, Jim Jr., Susan, Lauren, Cindy and Elizabeth.
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