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Obituary For Walter Harris Jr.
Mr. Walter Harris, Jr. (Master Sergeant, Retired) transitioned home peacefully Tuesday at his residence. He was 93 years of age.
The son of the late Walter, Sr. and Maggie Fesby Harris, Master Sergeant Harris was born in Canton, MS and was a United States Army Veteran of 27 years who served during the Vietnam Conflict and the Korean War. He was a faithful member of the Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church where he served diligently as a Deacon, with the Brotherhood Ministry, was former Church Treasurer and Sunday School Teacher, and worked with Vacation Bible School. He obtained an Associates degree from Columbus Technical College and was also a member of the Controller Civic and Social Club. He was a Prince Hall Mason.
Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, James T. Harris, and four siblings, Floyd Harris, Henry Harris, Marie Johnson and Dorothy Davis. Surviving his departure with cherished memories, include: his wife of 73 years, Mrs. Jessie M. Reed Harris; six children, Kathryn Harris Skinner (Willie), Walter J. Harris (Sandra); Freddie Harris (Theresa), Barbara J. Tyler (James), Charles Harris, and Kimberly R. Allen (Ralph); a sister, Ruby Grant; a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and friends.
There will be a Private Interment Ceremony for Master Sergeant Harris.
The Staff of Progressive Funeral Home is honored to support the family with End of Life Services.
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Add A CondolenceThose we love leave us gifts in the form of memories that no one can take away.Wisdom that we can still recall. These are the things that we will cherish forever.May the family continue to look to Almighty God for comfort during this most stressful time since "He is close to the brokenhearted.He saves those who are crushed in spirit." Psalm 34:18. My condolences to you
To The Harris Family, How sad I was to hear of your our loss. God hears and answer prayers and know that we are praying for all of you.May God continue to strengthen all of you. Love Pearson- Bennett Family
I want to offer my condolences to Mrs. Harris and the entire family. My heart goes out to each of you. May you experience the joy of knowing that soon all tears, pain, sickness, and death will be no more. We look forward to a new heaven and a new earth when all things will be made new.
Blessings be with the Harris family during these stressful times. Our thoughts and prayers are with all and please know that Walter was well thought of by the Dandys. Know that God is in control and He has plans for Bro Harris. We will remember the good times we've shared. Love you and may God continue to bless the Harris family
A might man of God! One of my childhood father. My thought and prayers are with you Kathryn, Walter (neckbone), Freddie, Barbara, Charles, and Kimberly. God is with you always during time like these. God Bless!
Sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Harris. We offer our condolences to the Harris family. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Blessings!!! Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Moffett
We send our prayers, love and condolences to the Harris family. Tiffany
My Condolences and Prayers to the entire Harris family. Love you all. Sheliza
Thinking of you in your sorrow and hoping these words may be a comfort to you now. In Deepest Sympathy SFC/RET JImmie L. FInch SR. & Sherial L. FInch Rachel E. Finch Jimmie L. Finch JR.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Blessed are they who mourn for they will be comforted Matthew 5:4
Extending Condolences to the Harris Family. In times like these, we want you to know we care and we are lifting you up in prayer. Much Love to ALL of you. The Lakes Sisters Stine,Florine,Judy
My condolences to our forever family, neighbor and friends.The entire Harris Family may the Love, Peace and Comfort of our Lord surround you at this time. We will keep you in our prayers.
Blessings,
To the family of Walter Harris, I would just like to express my sincere condolences to your family. I am so sorry for your loss, you are all just like family. My family and I thank God for the opportunity of us being raised up together. We all love you so very much we are sorry that we will not be able to attend. We prayed that God's peace healing and comfort be with you all as you go through this time, please let Mrs. Harris know how sorry we are and how much we truly do love and miss her beautiful smile. May God-Bless you all. Love ya from the children of the late Lola Williams.
