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Heather L. Harris

Heather Harris Obituary

Harris, Heather L.
Aug 20, 1969 - Jan 9, 2012

Omaha. 6th grade teacher at Avery Elementary School. Survived by husband, Steven; son, Matthew; parents, Jerry D. and Pam Ledford, Danville, KY, mother-in-law and father-in-law, Carolyn and Tom Harris, Bellevue; brother
Jerry K. and wife Sarah Ledford, Danville, KY; sister , Anne Ledford, Washington DC; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Tom and Lisa Harris, Bellevue, John & Rhonda Harris, Bellevue; many nieces and nephews.
FUNERAL SERVICE Friday - Jan 13 - 2:00 pmat Lifespring Church, 13904 South 36th St., Bellevue. VISITATION Family will receive friends one hour prior to service. PRIVATE INTERMENT. Memorials directed to Matthew's Educational Fund. BELLEVUE MEMORIAL CHAPEL
Heafey-Heafey-Hoffmann
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2202 Hancock St Bellevue 402-291-5000

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Published by Omaha World-Herald from Jan. 11 to Jan. 12, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Heather Harris

67 Entries

Jacki Rose

January 5, 2021

It´s hard to believe it´s been 9 years. My son was in Mrs. Harris class at Avery and he really enjoyed having her as a teacher. He tended to get in trouble with many teachers as he lacked focus and was a bit of a class clown. Mrs. Harris was understanding and allowed him some freedom in this area and it really seemed to help him and even dare I say enjoy school. She was only a part of our lives for a few short months and in that time she made a big impact. The world lost a beautiful soul that day.

Sandi Yaggie

February 9, 2012

Our thoughts are with Matthew and his family as they mourn the loss of a wonderful person and teacher. My son had her as a teacher and was a classmate of Matthew's as well at CTC. Our condolences from our family to yours.......

Jennifer Brown

February 9, 2012

Steven and Matthew,
We were so sad to hear the news of Heather's passing. As I read the responses,I saw she has left such a legacy with the way she taught and touched young people. You are in our prayers.
Jennifer, Riley, Ramsey, Ragan Brown

Joanna Potter

February 8, 2012

Just today I learned of Heather's passing through a coworker. You may not remember me but I taught with Heather at East North Street Academy in Greenville, SC and was Matthew's first grade teacher. I have fond memories of Heather and Matthew and I have thought of you all over the years. My heart goes out to you; I know that Heather was a Christian and is now safe with Jesus, but that does not diminish the sadness felt by those left here on earth. My prayers will be with you all.

Pegge Harris

January 31, 2012

Pastor Steven and Matthew, I was so sad and sorry to hear of the passing of Ms. Harris. My son Rick Cotton loved her so much. She was the best teacher he ever had. She had a way of bring out the best in him. I will be forever grateful for the love she showed him.
Words will not be able to ease the pain you must be feeling but know that the Lord has His arms around you and He will get you though this time. Rick and I will keep you both in our prayer. What a blessing to have a chance to know Ms. Harris
Peggy Harris, Bracey, VA

Kay Dobbins

January 21, 2012

Steven and Matthew,
Heather was such a loving, fun young lady when we knew you all at Berea. As she's continued her career as a teacher, I'm sure she's touched the lives of many young people. What a blessing!! We've thought of you all often through the years with many fond memories and are glad you passed our way. Thank you! May God bless you with peace & comfort.

Love, Kay & Bob Dobbins

Jeff

January 20, 2012

In Heather's life, kindness and elegance are forever present and forever inseparable...

Becky

January 18, 2012

Thank you Heather for the memories. You are forever in my heart. Thank you Lord for sharing her with us for such a short time. She will be greatly missed. Steve, Matthew, Jerry, Pam, Keith, and Anne, you are in my prayers. Love you all.

Leighanne Ramsey

January 15, 2012

Praying for you and your family.

Leighanne and Mackenzie New York

Deb Brookhouser

January 14, 2012

Matthew and Steven

My deepest sympathies!

Heather was such a vibrant person. Always so kind and friendly on our 3rd floor at SWG. I remember walking our dogs together and the wonderful conversations with lots of laughter.

We will truly miss her, Mattthew and Steven.

Deb & Sadie

My big sis, my rockstar, my cheerleader. I wish I could have been your tribute. Rest assured, Matthew and Steven will be taken care of.

Annie Ledford

January 14, 2012

Hebrews 11:1
Steven and Matthew,
Your Henderson family shares your sorrow today. I have faith that God will give you both strength, comfort and peace in the days ahead. You will remain in my prayers.
Debbie Ramsey
Henderson, NC

Deb Ragone

January 13, 2012

Heather always greeted me with a smile and her warmth welcomed all who came near her. Her students had only good stories and memories of her. She will be missed greatly, but she left a lasting impression on us all. One of her students said, "She was the best teacher I ever had. She knew me." My condolences to her family.

Jesse Sohl and Shannon Goode

January 13, 2012

Pastor Steven and Matthew,

We were so saddened to hear about Heather's passing. We know she is in heaven, but our earthly response is to still feel the loss. We have been thinking about you both since we heard the news. Our entire families are praying for your strength during this time and the time to come. We look forward to seeing Heather again someday! We would love to visit with you both soon, too. In Christian Love -

Evelyn and Robin Fletcher

January 13, 2012

We are saddened and shocked to hear of Heather's homegoing. We can survive the leaving of our loved ones, only because this is not the end. Your family is precious to us.

Betty Garvin

January 13, 2012

Steven--I was saddened and shocked to hear about Heather. She was a lovely and remarkable person that always blessed
me. My prayers have been and will contine to be with you and the family.
May you feel God's love surrounding you--giving you comfort and peace. May you
rest in the promise of eternal life.

Randy Millson

January 13, 2012

Steven, May God bless you and your family in this time. Rejoice that Heather is with The Father. I was telling my wife about Heather and you in the skits you used to do for BSU. May God grant you peace.

Eric Jacobson

January 13, 2012

I am horrified, shocked and still can't believe that Heather has passed. My heart is crushed. Being of same age, friends aren't “supposed” to die until we reach 80-90 years old. She started to greatly impacted the core of my life when she was 15 years old. Her smile, discipline, grace, will, love, beauty, elegance, genuine care and Godliness were apparent even then. (Galatians 5:22-23) All of this, evidence of her parents training. I pray that God will continue to wrap His generous loving arms around the Ledford and Harris families. To lift you up and comfort you. May we honor her by studying God's word daily.

Greg Eklund

January 13, 2012

Steven, words can not express how sorry we all are to hear of your loss. I haven seen you since college but you are still a brother. I grieve with you my friend, I pray that peace finds you, and hold you and your family in my prayers.

Mechelle, Scott, Leah and Lauren Blackwell

January 13, 2012

Steven and Matthew, our prayers are with you both in the midst of your loss. You, Heather and Matthew will always hold a very special place in our hearts. Heather's impact that she had while on this earth will greatly be rewarded in Heaven. Anyone that knew Heather certainly had their heart and life touched in a very special way. May God give you strength and peace. What a blessing your family was to Greenville, SC!

Billy H

January 13, 2012

Steven and Matthew, our prayers are with you as our hearts are heavy. May God give you strength. We in BSU will always treasure that time spent with you and Heather. What a TRUE BLESSING you and Heather are. Heather is one of the most "real" persons I have ever met. Heather's sweet smile, genuine love of Christ and others and beautiful example of His love have deeply impacted all of us. Steven, we continue to pray for your healing.

January 13, 2012

Scott Wilson

January 12, 2012

Pastor Steven and Matthew, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember the impact you and your wife made on my life. My prayers are with you, Matthew, and your extended family and hope you will find peace and comfort in the midst of all this. My thoughts will always be with you and Matthew. Thank you for ministering and reaching out to me in my time of need.

Amy Ledford Ettelson

January 12, 2012

I remember playing with Heather on one of our visits. We drank knee-high juice and it made us so silly. We laughed and rode ponies. I will miss my cousin and I'm sorry we did not keep in touch.

Heather Ledford Dahl

January 12, 2012

Prayers and hugs to Uncle Dennis and Aunt Pam , I am honored to be named after Heather I love you guys so much RIP Heather God Must have needed you We will see you again in heaven

rick an kathy ledford

January 12, 2012

even though we live far away we will miss you an love you.my prayers are with you uncle dennis an aunt pam an the rest of the family. so sorry for your lost.love ya

Mike, Becky, Haley and Michael Dean

January 12, 2012

Steven and Matthew, our prayers are with you both and your extended family. We consider it our great privilege to have shared your friendship during your time in Greenville, SC. Those were exciting and challenging times and God was always good! Heather was always an inspiration to us. She was a good wife, a great mom and a dear friend. She will be greatly missed. It is our prayer that you will find peace and rest in God's great love!

January 12, 2012

Steven and Matthew, we are thinking of y'all and have each one of your family in our prayers. Love ya Tim Dawn Brittany & Zack Williams

Joyce Eastburn

January 12, 2012

Steven and Matthew, my prayers are with you. All of you meant so much to jade, Annie and me. May you find Peace and comfort as you reflect on the many beautiful memories you have of Heather. RIP beautiful Heather.

Mitch Esters

January 12, 2012

May the family have peace knowing Heather was a beautiful person with a great sense of humor and an honest love for all children. I will miss you and am sorry we did not have the opportunity to get to know each other more. Mitch Esters

Janie Cook

January 12, 2012

We are praying for God to strength you during this time. Dennis, while I missed out on your visit in July, David remembers Heather as having a good sense of humor.
Our love to you.

kaciee swierenga

January 12, 2012

I was one of the students of Mrs.Harris. The school is really diffrent with out her.

Becky Woodruff

January 12, 2012

Steven and Matthew and family:

I am so sorry to hear about Heather. Prayers are with you.

January 12, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I haven't seen Heather since she left East North Street Academy in Greenville, SC. She was a wonderful person and a fantastic teacher. I will cherish my memories of Heather.
Mary Masse, Greenville, South Carolina

brandy harwell broussard

January 12, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray that God will give you His peace and comfort through this time until you see her again.

James Bishop

January 12, 2012

my sympathy to you in your time of grief.__James Grady "Jimmy" Bishop

Joseph Ratliff

January 12, 2012

To The Rev. Steven Harris and Family:

The Ministers of the Ministers' Community Partnership in Henderson, N.C. join me in extending our deepest sympathy. We are sorry for your loss but know that God will comfort you and be with you always.

Joseph Ratliff, Chairman
Ministers' Community Partnership

Charlene Smith

January 12, 2012

Sending prayers for strength and peace to you all. While we may mourn, I am sure Heaven is rejoicing in Heather's homecoming. With deepest sympathy, Charlene and
Jared

Camille Pryor (Cami Richter)

January 12, 2012

I haven't seen Steve or Heather since high school, but wanted to express my heartfelt sympathy to the Harris family. My prayers are with you.

Doug Addington

January 12, 2012

I just heard the heartbreaking news this afternoon, Steven. I want you, Matthew, and the rest of the family to know that many here in Henderson are praying for you. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Laura Stroud-McLean

January 12, 2012

My prayers go out to the whole Harris Family during this time. Steve may God surround you with his angels and strengthen you. I am so sorry for your loss.

Mike, Margaret, Meg and Cam Hunter

January 12, 2012

Steven and Matthew, God will sustain and hold you in the days ahead. You are in our prayers.

Deborah Dupree

January 12, 2012

Heather Harris was one of the most genuine, loving, and Christ-honoring women that I have been privileged to know. Her loving smile is forever etched in my mind. Although I only knew her for three years, she had a tremendous impact on my family, as did Pastor Steven and Matthew. Their witness is still ministering to us even though we are many miles away. I am so thankful for them. There is not a day that goes by that we don't think about Steven, Matthew and Heather. The Harris family is a testimony to the almighty power of God and what true being a Christ-follower really looks like. I can only thank God for the opportunity that He has given me to witness the God-honoring sacrificial love, faithfulness and commitment of Heather Harris, one of God's jewels. Pastor Steven and Matthew, you are loved and are in my heart. I pray that God will give you strength and courage in the days ahead.

Traci B

January 12, 2012

Steven, Heather, and Matthew were like family. Heather was a terrific person and will be extremely missed. My prayers are with you and your family.

Princess Mia

Mia

January 12, 2012

Our deepest sympathy goes out to Steven, Matthew and your extended family. We share your grief and pray that God will sustain you through this difficult time.

Heather was a wonderful person and one we valued greatly.

Dan and Wanda

January 12, 2012

We would like to extend our sincere sympathy to Steven, Matthew, Carolyn and Tom, we are so sorry for your loss. We met as customers in my shop several years ago and now we consider you great friends. You are all very special people. Heather was a great person. Our prayers are with all of you.
Tom & Jolene Tomanek

January 12, 2012

Dear Matthew and Steven,

I am saddened to hear the news of Heather's passing. My prayers go out to you and your family. Keisha B.

George Whitehurst

January 12, 2012

What can be said at a time like this? All of us who knew Heather are shocked and heartbroken. She was a fine Christian and a good friend.

To Steven, Matthew and all of Heather's family - We are praying for you. May the Good Lord bless you and comfort you. Please let us know if we can be of any help.

Terry & Pam Blundell

January 11, 2012

Steve, Heather, & Matthew were our family away from home while we were in Norfolk, NE 1999-2001. They were so good to us. We miss them dearly and pray the Lord pour out His grace, mercy, and peace on Steve & Matthew. Heather was a wonderful friend and we look forward to seeing her again soon in the presence of the Lord.

Steve - we are praying for the Lord to provide healing for you every day. We love you.

January 11, 2012

Heather touched so many of our lives in the short time that we knew her. She was such a talented teacher that loved her students and only expected the best from them. She lived her faith. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cecil and Nicole Smith

Pat and Leann Weich

January 11, 2012

Pastor Steve and Matthew, Several years ago I met you and Heather when you were in the ministry at Northern Heights Baptist Church in Norfolk, Ne. I remember Heather always full of life with that big smile of hers lighting up the room. Amazing in the only word I can use to express her. Please accept our sincere sympathy and Prayers in your time of loss. I don't know if you remember the banner that was hanging over the aisle at Northern Heights at that time, but I do and I would like you to cling to the verse that was on that banner. It was Hebrews 4:16. "Come now therefore BOLDLY before the throne of Grace that you may obtain Grace and Mercy in your time of need." We are Praying for you and your family at this time of loss.

Randy McInnis

January 11, 2012

I'm shocked and deeply saddened to hear of this tragic loss. Steven, our prayers are with you and your family. The Citadel Class of 1991 are also praying for you.

Whit, Lisa & Hanna Williams

January 11, 2012

We meet the Harris family 5 years ago and God certainly puts the people in your life you need. I worked with Heather and our family attended the church Steven lead. We were truly blessed to have known and spent so much time with their family. Heather was an amazing person and you could see her love for God shine within her. She will be missed by so many who loved her. Steven amd Matthew our prayers are with you as you go through your time of grief. We love you both.

Robin Hankins McInnis

January 11, 2012

Steven, Matthew and Family;

I am saddened by the news of Heather. The time we had with her at BSU was very short but everyone knew how precious she was. I have been blessed with many wonderful friendships here on earth and take great comfort knowing they continue in our heavenly home!

I have stayed up to date on you and your family through George and have continued praying for your health. Randy and I continue to pray for your healing and strength to move forward without Heather.

Diana Rice

January 11, 2012

Dear Harris Family, My daughter was a student in Mrs. Harris' class and she loved Mrs Harris very much. She was always very respectful, interested in our children's lives and an excellent example for young people. I was honored that she was my daughters' teacher for I felt she could easily have taught a college level class. We are comforted knowing she is in God's memory....she will long be in ours.

Lisa Pope

January 11, 2012

Steve, Matthew, and family, I was horrified and saddened to hear of Heather's loss. George has been keeping me updated on your health situation and we have been praying very hard for that, but never imagined anything would happen to Heater. I pray that God will give y'all the courage, strength, and peace you will need to get through this time and face life without her.

January 11, 2012

Steven, Rod and I are so very sorry for the loss of Heather. We are praying for you all and cannot imagine your pain. We love you and are here if you need us.Christa Friedner Elledge (Louisville, KY)

January 11, 2012

Dear Steve,
I am so sorry to hear about Heather. I still have wonderful memories of 'Swing Low.' God's Own Fool,and her incredible dramas that shared such poignant messages. Please know of my prayer for you and for Matthew. May you know of God's presence with you and His peace that passeth all understanding.
Love,
Cindy Alford Vestal

Jason and Jessica Jelinek

January 11, 2012

Mrs. Harris was my sons 6th grade teacher and she will be missed by the teachers and parents but most of all by her students. She was my sons favorite teacher and we will never forget how nice and caring she was. We are so sorry for her family's loss and our thoughts and prayers are with them.

The Emorys- Doug, Linda, Gena & David

January 11, 2012

Steven,
We are so saddened to hear about Heather. We are praying for you and Matthew. May our God of all comfort be felt in a mighty way by you and Matthew in these upcoming days.

Laura Hall

January 11, 2012

Mrs. Harris was such an amazing woman. She has made such a difference in my sons life in such a short time. We all loved her and she will be missed by soooo many. Thoughts and prayers go out to her husband and son!!!

Steven Stutts

January 11, 2012

I have not seen Heather since college, but I did talk to her on occasion throughout the years. She was the closest thing I had to a sister. I will miss her here on Earth but know I will see her in heaven. Steven, you and Matthew and the rest of your family will be in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this time of grief. God bless you and your family,

Melissa Wright

January 11, 2012

"I personally got to see how wonderful a teacher Mrs. Harris was when I worked with her during my student teaching. Most of our conversations were about how proud she was of her son and his accomplishments in school. All of her students truly thought she was the best teacher they have had. She will be missed by so many."

jacki burgess

January 11, 2012

Mrs. Harris was a caring and compassionate teacher. In just one semester she was able to make such a positive impact in my step-sons life. What a blessing she has been to our family. We will miss her so much. She touched so many lives and her memory will live on in the hearts of her students.

Sally Kruse

January 11, 2012

Although I only worked with Heather for one semester, she greatly impacted my life. She was such a fantastic teacher, mother, wife and friend. She will be greatly missed.

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