James ''Harry'' Henry O'Hara
April 17, 1921 - August 18, 2004
Obituary
James Henry “Harry” O’HARA
Jennifer’s loving husband, died on August 18, 2004.
Harry was born in Renfrew Scotland on April 17, 1921. At the age of five, he and his family moved to Fort McMurray, Alberta. In 1939, he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force and served as a bomber pilot during the war while stationed in England. Following the war, he returned to Canada and eventually moved to Australia in 1958. He married in 1966 and finally moved to Seattle in 1968, where he has primarily resided ever since. Aviation Technology & Resources, the aviation parts business that he founded shortly after his arrival in Seattle, just celebrated its 25th anniversary.
Harry was a very caring and selfless soul who never stopped giving to others. He had an uncanny ability to recite from memory almost any poem he had ever read. From the time he first saw the bush pilots in northern Canada, he developed a love for flying and aircraft. He thereafter remained involved in the aviation business for over sixty years. He told great stories and not always so great jokes. He was exceedingly charming and possessed a deep and beautiful sounding voice. A dinner with Harry usually concluded with a serving of ice cream or pie too large to finish. Harry was handsome and dressed in a jacket and tie nearly every day no matter what the occasion. He brought great joy to his family and friends. He was a true gentlemen by any standard who would still stand when a lady came to the table. Harry would never quit.
He will be sorely missed by all and is survived by his wife Jennifer, his sister Evelyn, his daughter Loree, his son Timothy, his daughter-in-law Donna, his grandchildren Beau, Dylan, Desiree, and young James Thomas and loved nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, August 26, 2004 at 11:00 AM at Bonney-Watson Parker Chapel, 900 SW 146th St. Burien 206 244-2320.
Harry,
Your love, sense of humor and style will be most certainly missed.
Thanks for allowing me to share a smart part in your incredible life.
Love always,
Dean
Jennifer and Tim, We learned a lot about Harry from this short description of his life and now know why he was more than special to all of us who have had the pleasure of being a part of his daily life. We have you all in our thoughts and prayers and Harry’s kindness and generous frienship will always be remembered. May God’s Peace be with you.
Harry will be greatly missed.
He was a great mentor to me in my earlier years of the aviation business. Thanks Harry.
Harry is remembered as a fine man. Sympathy to Jenny, Timothy and Loree
Harry always had a kind and
supportive word.
He was one of kind , and I’m
glad I knew him.
I will forever remember Harry and his way of making you feel like you were always someone special. I loved his visits to Starbucks to see me and his “Simple pleasure” in enjoying coffee and always a treat. I will miss you Harry.
You have forever touched my heart.
Jennifer & Family –
We were blessed to have known Harry. We will miss him. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love – Carrie & David
Dear Jennifer and Family,
I am sending prayers of comfort and sympathy over the loss your husband, Harry.
Thanks for the generous,light -hearted humor and joy he brought into my life when I brought your house so many years ago. God be with you and your son. Marilyn R. Holms
Hello Jennifer and Family,
Ann and I are sorry to hear of Harry’s passing and want to extend our condolences.
I remember many times when Harry helped out our Scout troop and other times where he offered some very good advice.
Ann and I will hold you all in our prayers.
May God bless and keep you all.
I was deeply saddened by Harry’s passing. I remember the first time I met him; I was very intrigued by his stories, his demeanor, his kindest. It reminded me of bieng home in the south, with the slow pace, and how he always wanted to spend time and talk with you. Business is important, but building a good customer relationship seemed to be the first priority. His voice was very recognizable on the phone and he would always forget who I was by name, but he would ask, “Where’s the doll lady?” and I would quickly remind him he was talking to him. Of course we would laugh. I am going to miss him and doing business with him. He really was truly an asset to the aviation business. God bless him and his loved ones.
Dear Jennifer & Family,
We were very saddened to read of Harry’s passing. Our condolences to you and all the family.
I have fond memories of my business dealings with Harry and the lunches we shared. We will be attending a funersl at St. Edward’s Church for another friend at the same time on Thursday.
You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Lou & Theresa DeFranco
I was only 17 when you passed away grandpa till this day i still miss you everyday i think about you most day you are always in my heart and i still have that large teddy bear you gave to me after hoping off the bus in primary school I’m 26 now i believe you are watching out for me and i pray one day i will see you again. i miss you grandpa!!! xxx always in my heart