Robert (Bob) Harder

Robert (Bob) Harder

Nov. 15,1934 - Jan. 17, 2024

Robert (Bob) Harder died in Spokane, Wash. on Jan. 17, 2024 at the age of 89. Bob is survived by his wife, Josephine of Spokane; children, Carlee Harder-Brown (Rich) of Los Gatos, CA; Shanny Harder Ronald of Felton, CA; Mark Harder (Margaret) of Bothell, WA; Chris Harder (Kelly) of Huntington Beach, CA; Amy Blackburn of Tacoma, WA; Maggie Erickson of Tacoma, WA and Kevin Harder of Spokane, WA.

Bob was a cattle rancher for 50 years in the Ritzville, Wash. area. In his leisure time, Bob became a black belt in judo. This true passion defined Bob as he was a central figure in the judo community, known as Sensei Harder. Bob still was teaching judo months before his death. Judo took him around the world and into many experiences and life-long friendships.

Bob was a true animal lover, having many dogs and horses throughout his life, including Cobalt, Fung, Big Daddy and Peppy Right.

A memorial service will be held in Spokane, Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 1:00, Pacific Dojo 2302 N Waterworks St, Spokane, Wash.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to SpokAnimal, as they promote the human-companion animal bond. (https://spokanimal.org)