Fred Richard Harms, 66

Fred Richard Harms, 66, passed away at his home in Coeur d’Alene on Friday, May 4, 2012.

Fred was born in San Diego, Calif., on Nov. 7, 1945, to Fred H. and Blanche (Conley) Harms.

Fred enlisted in the United States Air Force and spent two tours in Vietnam, from 1963 to 1965.

Fred married Roberta Ann Compton on Dec. 14, 1974, in Reno, Nev.

In 1992, Fred and Roberta moved from Ukiah, Calif., to Coeur d’Alene. He worked as a plumbing contractor for many years. In his free time he enjoyed hunting and fishing with his best friends Dave Ivie and Tom Davis, and ocean fishing on the Wapaho with Richard.

He is survived by his wife, Roberta A. Harms of Coeur d’Alene; daughter Kim Blanchett of Redwood Valley, Calif.; son Fred Nathan Harms of Coeur d’Alene; grandsons, Nicholas Blanchett of Redwood Valley and Billy Harms of Coeur d’Alene; granddaughter Abigail Harms of Coeur d’Alene; sisters, Jeri Jason and Wendy Harms, both of Colorado Springs, Colo.; as well as many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and one great-great-nephew.

Fred was preceded in death by his son, Hap Harms.

Memorial contributions may be made in Fred’s name to Hospice of North Idaho at 9493 N. Government Way, Hayden, ID 83835.

English Funeral Chapel, Coeur d’Alene, has been entrusted to handle the final arrangements. Please visit Fred’s online memorial at www.englishfuneralchapel.com.