Deacon Benjamin Harris, Sr. passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at the age of 85. He was born on June 28, 1939 to the late Robert and Elizabeth Golston Harris in Birmingham, AL.

He is survived by his loving wife, Katie Mae Richardson Harris; four sons, Benjamin Harris II, Barry Harris (Patricia), Kenneth Harris, Sr. and Kalvin Harris (Monica); and one daughter Kimberly Frazier (Willie); and a host of other family and friends.

The Homegoing Celebration for Deacon Harris will be held on Friday, February 14, 2025 at Fourth Street Missionary Baptist Church at 10:00 AM with interment being held at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery with military honors. Visitation will be held on Thursday beginning at 2 until 5:00 PM at Progressive.

In lieu of flowers, donate to Fourth Street Baptist Church Scholarship Ministry. (Givelify 4thst.org) (CashApp $fsbc222) Or mail directly to PO Box 1591 Columbus GA.

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Progressive Funeral Home staff is privileged to serve the Family of Deacon Benjamin Harris, Sr.