Jim is survived by JoAnn, his beloved wife of 40 years, his brother Bruce Harte (JoAnn), children James “Jim” Edwin Harte Jr., (Cindy), Kimberly Lee Zernicke, step-children Robin Ann Mauger, Eric Remington Wier, Kimberly Diane Davidson (Michael), 10 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren, all of whom he adored. He was predeceased by parents Edwin and Olga Harte, sons Charles Montgomery Harte and Austin Remington Harte.
He loved his family and friends well. He enjoyed traveling, especially to Cannon Beach Christian Conference Center in Oregon. He enjoyed gardening, cooking, camping, hiking, watching grandchildren’s sports, going to the symphony and high school and college drama productions.
He pursued and served his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He lived out his faith by loving others, seeking truth, and by continually studying God's Word. He had the gift of giving, teaching and mentoring others. Jim brought the best out in others. He was always an encourager and leader. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed.