The Ritzville Adams County Journal - Eastern Adams County's Only Independent Voice Since 1887

Sept. 22, 1932 – Oct. 11, 2022

William "Bill" George Harder, 90, passed away peacefully at home in Kahlotus, Wash. on Oct. 11, 2022.

He was born Sept. 22, 1932 in Spokane, Wash. to George & Constanze (Bischoff) Harder. Bill grew up on the family ranch in Kahlotus, site of the original Harder Family homestead. He attended Kahlotus School until his senior year when he attended and graduated from Washtucna High School in 1950.

Having lost his father at a young age, Bill took over operation of the family wheat farm and cattle ranch at age 18.

He served in the US Army from 1953 to 1955...