Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
About
FUNERAL HOME
Oral HARRIS Obituary
Age 92, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, born in Manchester, Ohio, on April 1, 1929, he resided in Dayton, OH, for 89 years.
Curly was preceded in death by his father, Oral Harris, Sr.; mother, Gladys McKinley Saum; step-mother, Virgie Harris; step-father, Don Saum; sister, Judy Harris Young; brother, Don Saum; ex-wife, Jackie Burns Harris and many aunts and uncles.
He is survived by his daughters, Debbie Harris of Huber Heights, OH, Donna Harris of Toledo, OH, and Sandy Harris Collins of Sarasota, FL.; a special love of 28 years, Carol Ridings of Newnan, GA; adopted sons, Rob Lowery and Brad Beemer; adopted-daughter, Trish Starr; grandsons, Ryan (Kristin)
Collins of Bradenton, FL, Dan Harris of Huber Heights, OH, Adam Collins of Bradenton, FL, Tyler (Tami) Hart of Findlay, OH, Kevin (Amy) Hart of Oregon, OH; great-grandchildren, Jackie Harris, Noah Harris, Theo Hart, Quinly Collins and Henry Hart; step-sister, Marilyn Saum Strominger of Vandalia, OH, and special niece, Angela Young Horvath of Seaman, OH.
Curly graduated from Kiser High School in 1948. He was selected to the All City Football Team and Honorable Mention All Ohio Team. He was a member of the Thespian Club and band member and inducted into the Kiser High School Hall of Fame in 2019. Curly was inducted in the US Navy Reserve on June 6, 1947 until 1953. He was Past President of the North Dayton Kiwanis Club. Curly loved fishing with his buddy, Odis Thompson. He played racquetball until he was 86 years young. Curly loved Ohio State Football, Cincinnati Reds and
Cincinnati Bengals.
Curly worked all of his life in various sales position and most recently a delivery driver with PIP Printing. He was a faithful friend for over 35 years of Bill W. and member of the Heritage Church, Maumee, OH.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, January 8, 2022, with a visitation starting at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m. at the Newcomer Funeral Home, 4140 Needmore Road, Dayton, OH 45414.
In lieu of flowers, please feel free to support Hospice or Alcoholics Anonymous in Curly's honor.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Oral HARRIS
Sponsored by Newcomer Cremations, Funerals, & Receptions - North Dayton Chapel.
3 Entries
Donna J Burns
March 18, 2022
I've been looking for you, Uncle Curly, and my cousins, Debbie, Donna and Sandy. Sorry I didn't know you were still in Dayton. If the girls see this, please contact me.
Mary Lou Devers Irving, Texas
January 3, 2022
I am also a Kiser Grad class of 49. As I remember Curly he was a Great Athlete & was very personable. It is sad to hear about friends passing. My deepest sympathy to his family. Sincerely: Mary Lou (Benchic) Devers.
Billy Smith
January 3, 2022
I wish I had known Curly our paths probably crossed I also went to Kiser in 1948 and attended all of the sports games. Rest in peace Curly!
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results
Make a Donation
in Oral HARRIS's name
Memorial Events
for Oral HARRIS
Funeral services provided by:
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals, & Receptions - North Dayton Chapel4104 Needmore Rd., Dayton, OH 45424
How to support Oral's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Oral HARRIS's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
