Fred Harter, 69

Fred L. Harter, age 69, of Jones, passed away at Center for Hospice Care in Elkhart on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 surrounded by his family. Fred was born in Fawn River, MI on June 11, 1950. He graduated from Centreville High School in 1968 and went on to serve in the United States Air Force. He retired as a line leader at Sun Valley RV of Howe and Sturgis. He was also the former owner of Ann’s Resale Shop in Constantine. Fred was a member of the Constantine American Legion and loved spending time with his many grandchildren and his dog, Boots.

Fred is survived by his daughters Lesa (David) Dowden of Cassopolis, Cynthia (Ron) Ohner of Lehigh Acres, FL, and Rhonda (Matthew) Cloud of Union; 9 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren; sister Judy Knight of White Pigeon; and half brother John Harter.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and siblings.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday, August 8 at 2:00 PM at Plum Grove Cemetery (69434 Union Rd., Union, MI). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be given to the Elkhart Humane Society.

Arrangements were entrusted to Eley Funeral Home, Constantine. Online messages can be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.