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Jane Harrison Obituary

In Salem, April 3, age 69. Loving wife for 44 years of Ronald Harrison; daughter of the late Philip and Edith (Blaney) Blanchard; also survived by two children Whitney Goodhue and her husband Mark, and Bradford Harrison: five grandchildren Hannah, Emily and John Goodhue, and Grace and Jonah Harrison. Funeral Tues., April 8, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. in the Tabernacle Church, 50 Washington St., Salem, MA. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Mon. from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 P.M. in the Murphy Funeral Home, 85 Federal St., (cor of Rte 114, exit 25A from Rte 128) SALEM. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center, 55 Fruit St., Boston, MA 02114. For online guest book or additional information please visit www.MurphyFuneralHome.com or call 978-744-0497.

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 5 to Apr. 6, 2008.

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Lewis & Carole Ann Thompson

April 14, 2008

Ron and all the Harrison Family,

We just became aware of your loss of wife and mother, Jane. We have fond memories of the times we shared as couples in the North Shore. Our Prayers are with you all.

Carole Ann & Lew Thompson
"Time takes all but Memories"

Grant Von Letkemann

April 14, 2008

Though I had not seen Jane for around 50 years, I will always remember her and her parents fondly. My condolences to Ron and the rest of the family.

Ross Braver

April 7, 2008

I will always have fond memories of Jane's sense of humor, her outlook on life and her care for others. She was always a ray of sunshine and will live on in the hearts of those who knew her. My deepest sympathy to Ron, Whitney, Brad and all others who feel the loss.

Corinne Lord

April 6, 2008

Ron, Whitney, and Brad,
We think of Jane as a woman who loved her family, friends, teaching, quilting, and her church. Her humor was amazing and she always looked toward the bright side. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We will miss her and her great personality.
Love, Lefty and Corinne Lord

Dotty and Richard Gnauck

April 5, 2008

Richard and I are thinking of you, Ron, and we're thankful you have your children near to console you. Jane was a wonderful woman. We'll never forget her great sense of humor. Our thoughts are with you. Love, Dotty and Richard Gnauck

the Canniffe Family

April 5, 2008

We are so sorry to hear about Jane. What a funny lady! All the Canniffes have fond memories of that very special lady.

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