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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Jenny Lawrence Puckett
August 10, 2011
Diane and Jennifer and Sherry,
Just wanted to let you know that I think of you all daily. I know it has been a difficult year. Remember that smile and laugh that always made you smile with Tom/your dad came into the room. He is always with you daily. He has a special place in each of your hearts that is cherished. I know that as you look around it is hard not to see that smiling face. Please know he is with you daily. The sweet sunshine that warms your spirit and the bright stars at night that shine from heaven is Tom/your dad showing you that he will always be right with you. Remember that memories will be in your heart forever and know that he has made a special place for you all in his. Warm thoughts of a sweet man.
Jenny Lawrence Puckett
December 7, 2010
Diane, Jennifer, Sherry
What a wonderful man came into your life so many years ago. He brought you all so much happiness. You became such a beautiful family. He loved you all so very much. I know that it breaks your heart not having him beside each of you. Memories last forever and they are to be cherished by each of you. He is not suffering any longer. He is at peace. You will see him everyday in your memories. Remember the times you had cutting up, laughing, at the beach and just hanging out. May you know that he loved you all so much. He is always with you just that soft breeze that hits your face. That is him saying he is okay. He wants you to remember the good times and enjoy every minute you have on earth. God has sent him ahead to do some golfing and work in heaven. May you know that I am here if you need to talk. Thinking of you always.
Jane & Chuck Gienger
December 4, 2010
Diane and family,
Chuck and I are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers. May you find peace knowing Tom is made whole with no more illness, and feels the warmest sweetest love being with Jesus. If we can help in anyway, please give us a call. (794-4824) God bless you and be with you always,
Rochelle Wilkins
December 4, 2010
Diane, Jennifer and Sherry we send out deepest condolences in the time of your loss. We will treasure our memories of Tom from the many visits Sirr and I had with him. Even though he is not here with us, he will continue to be in our hearts and memories.
Roe, Marian, and Sirr
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Johanna Trevino
December 3, 2010
I worked with Tom Harris at the IRS for over 25 years. He was a wonderful manager who guided me through out my career. He was cheerful and witty and a joy to work with. He will be missed greatly. Loved to hear him brag about his grandchildren of whom he was very proud! Condolences to his family.
December 2, 2010
Diane -
You and Tom were the best neighbors we ever had and we've had alot! We've enjoyed your friendship through the years and we will sure miss Tom. We will keep you both in our thoughts and prayers.
Janine Snader
December 1, 2010
My deepest sympathy to you, Diane, and your family. I enjoyed Tom so much in our Stephen Ministry group and as a prayer partner. He was such a good guy. It is hard to believe he is gone, but I know he is at home with God. He will be missed.
December 1, 2010
Dear Diane, Sherry, and Jennifer and Family,
Mike and I were very saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Even though we didn't see each other very often we know how special Tom was to you and your family. He was always very nice and pleasant to be with. Tom will always be with you and your family in your hearts and all the wonderful memories you have to cherish.
May God be with you all at this time and help ease your grief. You all are in our prayers.
Michael and Denise Poole
Pam Costilow
November 29, 2010
Diane and Aunt Jean......Even though we did not see each other very often Tommy was always my favorite cousin. I have many fond memories of our times together over the years....You are both in my thoughts and prayers..All my love to both of you.
Pat Kirkbride
November 29, 2010
Please accept my personal condolences in your loss. I knew Tom only for a brief time here at St. Marks. Always greeted me with a smile and a pleasant comment. May God bless each of you.
November 28, 2010
To all the members of the Harris Family we send our deepest condolences.It has been our Joy to be joined to your family by our Son Michael's marriage to Sherry. We will treasure memories of Tom from our joint visits to Vermont and the Wayside Diner to our last visit to Virginia in July. Even though Tom was already very ill he was the gracious host at a special afternoon that will be our lasting memory of him. Our love and prayers for God to get you through this difficult time.
Love
Richard & MaryAnn
Sandy Grau
November 27, 2010
Diane,Sherry and Jennifer, We are so saddened to hear of Tom's passing. He truly was one of the nicest guys-a great man,husband,father and neighbor. He will be missed by many. Sandy Grau and boys
Lori Magnuson
November 25, 2010
Tom was very special tour family! He always put a smile on Stephen's face and led Rick thru his very first srudy of The Word. I can never thank him enough for all that he has given to me and my family! I look forward to the day that we meet again!
Alan and Cathy Mays
November 25, 2010
We will miss Tom's smile and words of encouragement at St. Mark's. He was a positive influence and a joy to know. May the loving memories carry you through this challenging time. Fondly, Cathy and Alan Mays
fred m farabaugh jr
November 25, 2010
To a very dear friend. I was very sad to hear of your loss. Being a neighbor of yours in Midlothian in the 70,s was a special time in our life. I admired your dear husband and loved when he came over to ask if he could play a little ball in the street. He seemed to like to have "PLUG", our son Michael on his side. He was a special friend and we will not forget him ever. Love to you all. Neighbor Fred F.
Andrea Verschaeve
November 25, 2010
Sherry, my thoughts are with you and your family as you all deal with the loss of your father, a good man and I know a major influence on your life.
buck nelson
November 24, 2010
Thanks for your service in Vietnam.
Christy Black
November 24, 2010
Sherry and family sorry for your loss. I will pray for all of you
November 24, 2010
Diane, I am sorry to hear. Tom was one of the good guys. Always cheerful and nice. I know you and your family will miss him dearly as we all will. My prayers are with you all.
Nell Christiansen
Carol Coleman
November 24, 2010
Diane, my prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Tom was one of my first managers at IRS 30+ years ago. He was a compassionate person and tried to treat everyone fairly. He had a good soul. He will be missed.
Monica Robayo
November 24, 2010
Although I did not personally know you, I have had the pleasure of knowing your daughter, Sherry. She is a wonderful person who always puts other people before herself. Those are traits that are learned by example. She has always spoken very highly of you and I wish I had met you, to say thank you.
Gail Dyson
November 24, 2010
To The Harris Family: I was so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was my manager at the IRS for several years; he was always a good guy, who dealt fairly with all and had a great sense of humor. He will be missed by many.
Sherry Gatewood LeMay
November 24, 2010
Thank you for being the best Dad in the entire world. You chose us, not just Mom but Jennifer and me too. You always made sure I had everything I needed, whether it was a backpack larger than me for girl scouts or getting me my first pair of jeans when I went away to college because you said that's what "normal" kids wear. You will be so missed but your legacy will live on in your family and the people you influenced through work, church and the neighborhood. Love, Sherry
November 24, 2010
Diane, I was so sorry to hear of Tom's death. I worked with him for many years at the IRS and always respected the person that he was.
Dottie Karnes
Earlene Lang
November 24, 2010
Diane, my thoughts and prayers are with you as you and your family go through this very difficult time.
David Bonney
November 24, 2010
One of the greatest lovers of God's word I have ever known. Tom, it was a great joy to serve the Lord with you.
Until we meet again....
Rev. David Bonney, Pastor
St. Mark's Church
Carolyn & Wayne Hufner
November 24, 2010
Diane, our thoughts & prayers go out to you & your family. To us it seemed that Tom was such a friendly, loving, caring, gentle man & a great neighbor to our daughter, Lisa & her family. Our hearts go out to you at this time.
Eloise Smith
November 24, 2010
I do not personally know you, but you worked with my Sister at IRS. I just wanted to offer the family a few words of comfort. Jesus' words found at John 11:25 & 26 can bring much comfort to know that your love ones will be resurrected. We must exercise faith in those words. Family continue to trust in God and he will fortify you at this time and will keep hold of each one of you with his right hand of righteousness.
Also,find comfort in knowing that God put no more on us than we can bear, we must trust in him.
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