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George HARRIS Obituary
He leaves to cherish his memory all those whose lives he touched during his 74 years. His beloved wife of 34 years, Patricia Rollins Harris, has lost her best friend today. Also sadly missing him are his 11 Heaven sent Papillon Dogs, his toy poodle, Token, and his bed-partner for many years, Rudy the cat.
George is survived by his five sons, George D. (Jamie), John E. (Linda), Thomas J., Ronald A. (Meg), and Raymond J. (Terry). George will also have eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren to carry on his name. He is also survived by his brother-in-law and best friend, Jimmy Rollins; his stepfather, Frank Talan; his sister, Beverly Greene (Levi); and niece, Lisa Levine.
His many friends were also considered his family and were there for him when the good times weren't. Loyal and loving care from J. C. Holloway, SAM Shannon, RN, Inez Hill, Sharon Potter, Pearl & Bobby Tignor, Pat and Snookie White, Shirley Hardee, Karen King, Rita Mosser, Syd Holloway, Marsha Zanks, Sharon Hopkins, Lynn Arnold, Sherwood Emerson, and all the members of the Langley Kennel Club were appreciated and will long be remembered.
A celebration of George's life will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, May 6, 2010, at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home by the Rev. George T. Insley, followed by full military honors. Immediately following services will be a short gathering of friends and family at the funeral home. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Poquoson Rescue Squad, 830 Poquoson Ave., Poquoson, VA 23662, where George served as a volunteer Emergency Medical Technician for 10 years, would be greatly appreciated. Special thanks to Dr. Michael Joynes for his compassion and understanding during our time of need.
Online condolences to www.claytorrollins.com. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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for George HARRIS
Sheila McClung
May 9, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathy. My husband and I were traveling when George passed away and I only found out yesterday when I called Jim to see how he was feeling after his surgery. I know that George was a well loved man and he had the best of care from you, Jim and his other caregivers. May he rest in peace.
Ted & Carol Pendleton
May 6, 2010
Dear Pat, We were so saddened to read of George's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Les Parnacott
May 6, 2010
Pat,
Gimmy and I were saddened to hear about George's passing. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Rosemary Johnston
May 6, 2010
Pat and Family,
Dave, Matt, and I send our deepest sympathies to you and your family. George was a very, very special person and he will be sorely missed. Eternal rest grant unto him, and may God continue to keep you all in his loving care.
ray & nancy munn
May 5, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Brenda Boesel
May 5, 2010
Dear Pat,
I will always have fond memories of George and all the work he did for Merrimac. The picnics you put on were always great. We also have George to thank for helping out so much with our training building.
You are in my thoughts.
Linda Cousins-Sheppard
May 5, 2010
Dear Pat,
I have the fondest memories of coming to Virginia in 1994 with my little girls and having you and George providing the warmest of welcomes. What a wonderful way to begin a new life in a new state! George's profound love of people and pets is a legacy you will see in all of the people who's lives he touched. What a honor to have known him. God has wonderful plans for him.
Sandi Patrick
May 5, 2010
Pat, my heart is aching for you and I want you to know that I am only a phone call or an e-mail away. I'd love to help in any way I can.
Scott Brown
May 5, 2010
My condolences to the Harris family during the passing of George. George was my first Supervisor while working at Naval Weapons Station back in 1988 for several years. May God bless you during this difficult time.
Valerie Benn & Basenji Kids
May 5, 2010
Pat Harris & Family,
I'm deeply saddened to hear of George's passing. May your many years of fond memories bring you comfort and peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Anne & Leon Binford
May 5, 2010
Pat our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sadness. George was a good man and loved by all that knew him. Love
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