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Harrison Witham Obituary

WITHAM, Harrison E. Sept. 17, age 88, of Herrick Rd., Boxford. Beloved husband of Josephine "Keni" (Liston) Witham. Born in Danvers, he was the son of the late Everett & Lillian (Dempsey) Witham. He was raised & educated in Danvers & was a graduate of the former Holten High School. An honorably discharged veteran, he served his country as a member of the United States Army during WW II. He was a long time dedicated employee of Kodak, Eastman-Gelatine Corporation in Peabody. A loving husband, Mr. Witham was a forty year resident of the Town of Boxford & prior to that he had resided in Peabody. He was a dedicated husband and will surely be missed. In addition to his loving wife of over sixty two years, Harrison is survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family & friends. He was also the brother of late Bill Witham & Everett Witham. His funeral service was held in the Peterson-O'Donnell Funeral Home, 167 Maple St., (Rte 62) DANVERS, on Saturday. Burial was in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Peabody. On line guestbook at www.legacy.com. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Harrison's memory to the Merrimack Valley Hospice, 360 Merrimack St., BLDG 9, Lawrence, MA 01843. O'Donnell Funeral Service Danvers & Salem 978-774-6600

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 21, 2008.

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AMS Clinic

September 25, 2008

Mrs Witham,
So Sorry to hear about Mr Witham, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

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All of Us at the Coumadin Clinic

Mike Casey

September 23, 2008

Mr. Witham,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the U.S. Army during WW II and for being a member of the Greatest Generation. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

In Honor of Our Veterans

September 18, 2008

Mr. Witham, thank you for your service to our country, and God Bless America.

winnie Swanton

September 18, 2008

Aunt Keni, Know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. You will always have the memories made over the years with Uncle Harry. We hope they bring comfort to you. All the good times of home, camp and family gatherings. Though we are 1500 miles away, we'll be with you. Love,
Winnie and George

John & Linda Shea

September 18, 2008

Aunt Keni, we were sad to hear of the loss of Uncle Harry, we will always remember him in our happy childhood memories.Please except our sincere sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love John & Linda

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