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Obituary

Marion E. Harder was born in Parlier, Ca. on November 10, 1931 to parents, John and Helena Thiessen.  She attended Reedley High School and graduated in 1950.  Shortly after, she married her life-long love, Ray Harder, on August 15, 1950.  The couple were married at Reedley First Mennonite Church nearly 70 years ago.  Marion was always so active in church; she was a kind woman, quick to help.  Her career included teaching children and helping prepare meals at schools.  Mom loved sewing and baking especially during the holidays (and if there wasn't a holiday she'd bake anyway).  She enjoyed nature and traveling, and always looked forward to trips along the coast or up to the mountains.  When home Marion loved spending lots of time in her flower garden. 

Marion is survived by her husband, Ray Harder; daughters, Dorthy Richardson and Debra Moore; grandchildren, Adam and Herlinda Watt, Raymond and Elaina Dorito, Rashelle Moore and Randy, Jennifer and Ben Thompson, 11 great- grandchildren, and 10 great, great-grandchildren.