1958 ~ 2012
Mary Elizabeth Kocherhans Harris passed into our loving Heavenly Fathers arms Sunday morning May 6, 2012 from a 14 year battle with cancer. Liz was born December 24, 1958 in Provo, Utah to Mary Kathryn Sharp and Lavor Perry Kocherhans. As a child she enjoyed singing with her sisters in a trio with her mother accompanying them. She followed her love of music to college and studied vocal performance at the University of Utah where she met her eternal companion Kenneth Alton Harris. Ken and Liz were married September 22, 1984. They were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple October 4, 1985. They have four children who were the joy of Liz's life. They moved to Nashville in 1994 to pursue their dream of music. They moved back to Utah in 2003 to be closer to family. Liz then went to Utah Career College and received her degree in Graphic Design in 2007. She always had a love for sewing and quilting and was a member of her local quilting guild.
Liz is survived by her husband Kenneth Harris; children Andalin and Russell Richards, Vincent Harris, Megan and Thomas Terry, and Nolan Harris; grandchild Jack Terry; grandmother Elda Sharp; mother Kathryn Kocherhans; sisters Kathryn Dunn and Shauna Kocherhans.
Liz was preceded by her father Lavor Kocherhans.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 am Saturday May 12, 2012 at the LDS chapel at 315 E Chelemes Way (2200 S) Clearfield, UT. She will be laid to rest at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Salt Lake City at 1342 E. 500 S. following the funeral services. There will be a viewing Friday May 11, 2012 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Russon Brothers Mortuary 1941 North Main Farmington, UT and from 9:45 to 10:45 am at the church prior to services. Online guest book at www.russonmortuary.com
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Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Liz was a kind, sweet, and thoughtful person. I will miss seeing her happy smile and sweet countenance at work. She will not be forgotten.
Rachel Parker
May 23, 2012
Aunt Katherine and Family: I've just read all the lovely posts about Liz. My cousin who I hardly knew. She must have been a great woman. Of course, she had a wonderful mother and father who taught her the gospel. We are so blessed to have the knowledge of God's great plan for us. Even with that knowledge death of a loved one is not easy. My you be blessed with the comfort that the Holy Ghost brings. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Love, Sherry Liston
May 22, 2012
Liz and I will always have a very special shared bond of Love, in that we both played the role of Eliana in the Rose Canyon Stake's production of the "Ten Virgins". Love and comfort to all who will miss her presence here on Earth - What a joyous reunion we will have in the future!!!
Sylvia Sanford
May 13, 2012
We love you Liz! Ken and family, our hearts are with you.
Michelle Willis
May 13, 2012
Dear Andalin & Russ,
Though I never met your Mother, I'm inspired by hearing about her. I know she is a courageous, positive lady with a lot of love for her children. I see that in you Andalin!
You are in our prayers & thoughts.
Love, Susan & Dave Muecke
May 13, 2012
Ken and family,
My deepest sympathies for you and your family. I was so sad to hear that she had lost the battle she had fought so valiantly. I send my love, support and wish for you strength in this most difficult time.
Loralee Novosel
May 13, 2012
Dear Megan, Thomas, & Jack:
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers. I'm sure you will continue to see her positive qualities expressed in yourselves.
Megan. I miss you tons. I miss our midnight-mamma's club. Hope to see you soon!
Love, Michelle Luker
May 12, 2012
Dear Ken and Family,
Liz was a great lady and a good friend. We will miss her very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love, The Stauffers
May 11, 2012
We wish to express our love to the family of Elizabeth, and we are so sorry for the loss. May god be with you at this time.
Chester, Gregory, Nathan and Shirley Kocherhans
May 11, 2012
I am Grateful I had the priviledge of knowing Liz she was a awesome Lady. She fought a valient Battle and I had so much respect for her. What an example of kindness and love.
Sharon Larsen
May 11, 2012
I want to send all my love and support to Ken and his family at this challaging time. My husband and I were around when they met and saw the sparks fly. What a loving couple, and family. So much talent. She was so caring , kind, an angel. A cherished freind. I will miss her dearly. Thankyou Liz for being such an important part of my life. Love forever....
lynda pedersen
May 10, 2012
Liz was a special lady. She had a wonderful spirit about her and she will be missed. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
mary angilau
May 10, 2012
Dear Harris family,
We send our love to you at this time. Liz was an angel here on earth, and her strength and faith were a light to so many. (She helped me at a very difficult time, and I will always remember the encouragement she gave me in dealing with adversity - she gave me strength to endure a very hard time. I will always love her for that.) She will be ever present, sending her love from the other world, and we know that she is safe in the arms of our dear Father and His Son. She lived her life as a true disciple of Christ. She will be with you again. Families are forever!
We love you! The Dewsnup family :)
Melanie Dewsnup
May 9, 2012
Harris Family -- we wanted to send our love to you at this sad and challenging time. We love Liz (along with the rest of the family) and are keeping all of you in our prayers. Thank goodness for the gospel and the comfort that it brings -- just know that we love you all.
Mark & Jan Mason
May 9, 2012
Liz was a very exceptional lady. She always made you feel special. We will miss her very much!
Sue Miller
May 9, 2012
I remember the first time I saw Liz...I didn't know about her illness & thought she was so unique & Bohemian going to Church with a pretty scarf wrapped around her head!...I'm glad I had the chance to get to know her. She was so sweet & inspiring! My heart goes out to her family and friends. Bless you all!
May 9, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Robert Spiars of Cephalon Security
Robert Spiars
May 9, 2012
Liz touched the lives of many with her sweet spirit and beautiful voice..She truly knew the meaning of service. I enjoyed serving in the Relief Society with her. She was a shining example to us all. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Shirley Brown
May 9, 2012
Ken, Andalin, Vincent, Megan and Nolan, My prayers and thoughts are with you. I will never be able to express, just what Liz's love and friendship meant to me. It goes deeper, than words can express. She was and still is a great lady! May you find comfort in peace in your memories throughout the coming days.
Love to all of you.
Denice Fort
May 9, 2012
I will always feel blessed that I got the chance to know such a wonderful and dear woman. I will miss the conversations that I had with her. She was such an inspiration to me. Thank you to Liz, Ken, and the whole Harris family for being so good to my son Russell, that married their daughter, Andalin. I hold your family dear to my heart and will always keep a place there for Liz. May the Lord help your family through this time. You are all in my thoughts and Prayers.
Susan Demory
May 9, 2012
My heart goes out to you, Ken and family. I am indebted to Liz for her kindness and great example of a beautiful, faithful woman. May you have peace from the Lord until you meet her with radiance.
Sonja Simmons
May 9, 2012
I and many others at Cephalon were blessed to know Liz. Through her actions, deeds and thoughts, she enriched our lives every time we came into contact. Liz was a kind, outgoing person with a gentle attitude and a contagious smile. She lived her life in a manner that we all should strive to emulate. I truly will remember her as a lady of grace.
John Russell
May 9, 2012
I have read what everyone has written. I have listened to what everyone has said. It is wonderful that everyone saw her in the same light. She was no different to anyone, always sweet and kind. I will miss her very much she was a great joy in the daily conversations we would have at work.
Lacey Loop
May 9, 2012
I and many others at Cephalon were blessed to know Liz. Through her actions, deeds and thoughts, she enriched our lives every time we came into contact. Liz was a kind, outgoing person with a gentle attitude and a contagious smile. She lived her life in a manner that we all should strive to emulate. I truly will remember her as a lady of grace.
John Russell
May 9, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Harris family at this difficult time. I loved Liz! She was one of the sweetest women that I know. She was such a great example to us all. Love to you all.
Bonnie Jones
May 9, 2012
Liz would lite up your day as soon you saw her. She was such a gentle spirit and will be greatly missed.
Julie Steck
May 9, 2012
Liz was an amazing woman and a wonderful person to be around. Her kind hearted nature & positive spirit was truly inspiring. I, along with many others, will miss her dearly. My deepest condolences to her family & loved ones.
Dinh Tran
May 9, 2012
Liz is an example of love, faith, & courage. Valiant to the end, she brought so much strength to everyone she knew. We love you Ken and Liz.
Dewayne & Linda Smith
May 9, 2012
Liz was one of the nicest people I have ever met. She was an importent part of our lives and she will be missed greatly.
Brian Pedersen
May 9, 2012
There could never be an ill-spoken word about Liz. I can honestly say that she was one of the most inspiring, kindest people I have ever been blessed to know. I am a better person for having known her. She will be greatly missed by many.
Mickensi Taylor
May 9, 2012
I enjoyed the time spend with Liz and will miss her. She had a very kind, sunny, and optimistic outlook on life. My sincere sympathies to the many that love her.
Gina Johns
May 9, 2012
Liz has always been such an amazing person, so kind, gentle and always willing to help anyone, anyway she could.
I know she touched my life with her wonderful spirit and she will be greatly missed by all of us, her friends here at Cephalon.
Matt Carlson
May 9, 2012
Liz had a sweet spirit. She had choir practice at her home where I enjoyed hearing beautiful music. She was always kind, and will be missed.
annette clegg
May 9, 2012
Liz is a wonderful woman, full of love and charity. She has always been someone I admire. She has raised wonderful, happy children. I love you all, Ken. I am so sorry for your loss. Your family has been through a lot. You are in our prayers.
Sara DeWitt
May 9, 2012
I didnt know her but she raised an amazing man for a son. Vincent Harris specifically
Omat Bramwell
May 9, 2012
I knew Liz from working together at Cephalon. She was a very special lady, very kind and considerate to all she encountered. She approached her work the same way she approached people, in a very open and ready to support way. She was so very proud of her children, and all of her family. She will be missed.
Phil Burns
May 8, 2012
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