James V. "Butch" Harrison Jr.

James V. "Butch" Harrison Jr. obituary, Richmond, VA

James V. "Butch" Harrison Jr.

James Harrison Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Dec. 14 to Dec. 15, 2009.
HARRISON, James V. "Butch" Jr., 62, of Aylett, Va., died peacefully, surrounded by his loving family December 12, 2009. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Mary. He was born in Northumberland County, moved to Mechanicsville where he founded his company, Specialty's Our Name. Then later, he resided in Aylett. He was very active in many community services. He was preceded in death by his father, James V. Harrison Sr.; and brother, Orie Harrison. Additional survivors are his mother, Katherine Harrison; children, Utley and wife, Traci, Kevin and wife, Kristi, Brandon and fianc‚e, Jessica Erby; sisters, Kathi Luper and Dawn Fisher; grandchildren, Kalli, Ross, and April; as well as many other friends and family. The family will receive friends at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home Tuesday, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., and where memorial services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to King William Rescue Squad.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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December 18, 2009

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December 17, 2009

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December 17, 2009

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Donna Farmer

December 18, 2009

To the Harrison Family,

We were so sorry to hear of Butch's passing. He will be remembered for his beautiful smile and the way he always calmed Will down during HIAPBA meetings, his hard work at Fall Festival time, and his good nature. He will be missed.

December 17, 2009

Utley, Kevin and Brandon, please know that the Lord walks with you through this difficult time and please find comfort in knowing that your father now waits for you in the Lord's arms.

Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jimmy & Rae Weatherford

December 17, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family during this difficult time. Hard to believe how fast time flies. Brandon was my ring bearer in my wedding and now he is engaged. (Debbie Creech Chandler)

Steven Hodges

December 16, 2009

Brandon and Family, i'm so sorry to hear about Butch's death. He was such a wonderful person and always had a smile on his face. There are so many good memories from down at the river. My thoughts and prayers are with ya'll.
Steven Hodges

Nancy Ferrell

December 15, 2009

I'm so sorry for the pain your family is going through. I worked with Butch with the Air Park Business Association where he served for many, dedicated years; 4 of which he served as President. Butch was one of the most thoughtful, caring, generous individuals I have ever had the pleasure of working with and knowing as a friend. I hope you find some comfort in knowing that so many treasured this warm, thoughtful, gracious man.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Sandy Foglesong

December 15, 2009

Dawn, Nanna, Mary and all of the family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of loss. May the knowledge that Butch in in God's arms now comfort you in this hard time. What a wonderful gift God gave to you all in your loved one's life and the time you were able to spend with him before he passed. love to you all.

meg,amanda &kelley clennan

December 15, 2009

Kevin & family,
I know its hard to lose a loved one, but he no longer in pain and that we have to be thankful for & rememeber the memories you have with him and cherish them forever.....if there is any thing we can do please call us....You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during these hard times.

December 15, 2009

Mary and Family, I am sorry to hear of Butch's passing. I know that this is a very difficult time and will keep each of you in my heart and prayers. Butch was loved and loved his family so much that i know sweet memories will bring your much comfort! Sincerely, Patricia Reed

Mark Wilson

December 15, 2009

Sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. God bless each and everyone who knew Butch and he will be missed.

Mill Run Ave.

SHIRLEY HAYNIE

December 15, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sandy Revere Newcomb

December 14, 2009

Kevin and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort. God Bless you all!

Sonny & Joanie Stone

December 14, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Beverly Sweeney

December 14, 2009

Mary and family, I am so sorry to hear of Butch's passing. I will keep each of you in my prayers. God Bless each of you!

Donna Phelps

December 14, 2009

May God Bless You And Keep You. May His Guiding Light Shine Upon You. Soar high above the clouds for you are now one of God's Angels. Watch over the one's you left behind, guide and direct them as you know you can. You will be missed Butch, by everyone that loves you.

Donna Phelps, Glen Allen, VA

Donna Phelps

December 14, 2009

May God Bless You And Keep You. May His Guiding Light Shine Upon You. Soar high above the clouds for you are now one of God's Angels. Watch over the one's you left behind, guide and direct them as you know you can. You will be missed Butch, by everyone that loves you.

December 14, 2009

To the Harrison family,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of Butch. He always had a smile on his face when I would see him at the river. I pray God will comfort you all in his loving arms to ease the pain. God Bless All of you!

Deborah Seal Taylor

Judy Wilson

December 14, 2009

Brandon, So sorry to hear about your father's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God bless you and your family.

Judy & Jim Wilson

December 14, 2009

We are so sorry to hear about your lost. We will miss Butch very much. Mary you know we are a shout away if you need us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

John, Jennifer, Jewel and Jordan Mitchell

December 14, 2009

Mary and family
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you if there is anything I can do for you all let me know. Jane Berbaum Richmond, Va

Chris Wilson

December 14, 2009

To the Harrison Family, I give my condolences. While we have lost a very great man. Our Father who art in heaven has added an angle to his flock. My God continue to bless us with the great memories of Butch.

Rhonda Swingle

December 14, 2009

Harrison Family,

I am so sorry for your loss, I have great memories while growing up of Butch he and my father Julian Reynolds worked together for many years at Marine Development and when my dad passed away in 1995 he was there for my family. If there is anything we can do please let us know. We will be keeping your family in our prayers.

Rhonda & Louis Swingle

Jennifer Wood

December 14, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the Harrison Family. Butch was very special to me and helped me out during some difficult times I was having. He was such a fun, loving, warm hearted person and I will miss him very much. I think about all the wonderful memories I shared with him and his family and they are ones I will never forget. God Bless.

Glenda Mooney

December 14, 2009

Brandon & Family,

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Your family is in our thoughts & prayers. If you need anything just let us know.

Glenda & Eric
Mill Run Ave

Michael Jett

December 14, 2009

Mary, Utly, Kevin, and Brandon,
It saddens me greatly to lose such a fine man, co-worker, cousin, and most of all, friend. The many memories I have of Butch, Mitch, and me growing up together soften the blow somewhat but the void is still there. I'm sure they are scheming while waiting for me. I hope the memories that you and your families have will also help you get through this very tough time. You are in Nancy's and our thoughts and prayers. Please remember we are here if/when you need us.

Fred Ryan

December 14, 2009

Utley, Tracie and Family, sorry to hear about Butch's death, our thoughts and Prayers are with you during these sadden times. We will sure miss seeing him down at the river. May GOD continue to Bless you and the Family forever.

Phyllis & Freddie Ryan

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