CHRISTIAN STANDARD obituaries

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Ralph Rhoads Harter, 81, died May 14 at Canton (OH) Christian Home. He was born Dec. 4,1924, in
Pittsburgh, PA, the son of Ralph Sr. and Louise Harter. He demonstrated skill early on In producing a
newsletter for his Clinton (OH) community. He committed his life to Christ in 1935 and graduated from
Cincinnati Bible Seminary in 1946. He departed for mission service in India and remained involved in
mission work in Kanpur, India, for nearly 50 years. He spoke Hindi fluently, authored several books, and
founded and operated a Christian bookstore. He also wrote for numerous publications. His evangelistic
efforts resulted in the founding of several churches. His mission, under the auspices of his home
congregation, HighPoint Christian Church, Clinton, OH, continues under the leadership of Amarjeet
Singh. Mr. Harter was known for his unique sense of humor, love of opera, and humble spirit. He is
survived by one sister, Phyllis Barber of Sevierville, TN. Funeral services were conducted in Canal Fulton,
with Norman Maynard officiating, and Lee Turner, Ron (wanusa, and Diane Koons participating. Burial
was at the family plot in Clinton. Memorials may be made to the HighPoint Christian Church and
designated for the India Mission.