HARDING, Joseph (b. Dec.14, 1938) died suddenly Jan. 17 from heart failure.

He is survived by sons John (Philippa) of West Kelowna and Jeff (Emily) of Victoria and four grandchildren: Connor, Molly, Katie and Sophia.

Joe was born and raised in Saint John, NB and enjoyed sports as a youngster. He moved to Hamilton, Ont. as a teen and began work in the factories. He married Joan (nee Hind) in the early 1960s and they began a family that moved to Grimsby, Ont. and then to Fort Saskatchewan, AB while Joe worked for Shell Oil. Joe enjoyed watching his sons play hockey and he coached rep teams. He also built a popular backyard rink in Grimsby. Joe moved to Kelowna in 1989 and worked for the City for about a decade, primarily at Memorial Arena. After retiring, Joe lived for a time in Peachland before settling at Fernbrae Manor. No matter where he was, Joe enjoyed watching and followed closely his beloved Blue Jays and Maple Leafs.

The family held a private service.

The family would also like to thank the compassionate professionals at Fernbrae Manor and KGH.

Messages to the family can be emailed to: conmolkat@hotmail.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Joe’s name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

• Thoughts are with you and your family John.
  
  Shirley Pare Jan 24, 2012
• With regrets and fond memories of your Dad at Memorial.
  
  Tony and Marlyn Ryder Jan 24, 2012
• I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.
  
  Sherri Dubbeldam Jan 25, 2012
• I feel honored to have been one of the many nurses to care for Joe at Mountainview and then delighted to get to know him on a social level when he moved to Fernbrae Manor. My husband, myself and most of all my Grandmother Diana will miss him greatly. Thank you for the laughs and the joy of knowing you Joe. May you watch over us always.
  
  To Joe's family we send our most heartfelt condolences. Your dad was a wonderful man.
  
  Cherie, Adam Hiebert and Diana Winch Jan 25, 2012
• We are very sorry for your loss.
  
  The Consiglio Family Jan 28, 2012
• Sincere condolences John & Philipa,
  
  It was always fun cajoling with Joe. Will be missed by many friends.
  
  Bob (PC Doc) Carter Jan 29, 2012
• Harding Family,
  
  I am sorry to hear about your loss. Joe and I worked together for many years at Memorial where we shared many laughs, as well in social life. Joe talked often of his family, he loved you all very much. I will miss Joe.
  
  Gord Phillips Feb 2, 2012

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