Orville Harris Obituary

Orville Harris VIRGINIA BEACH - Orville Harris, a native of Port-of-Spain, Trinidad, and former resident of Virginia Beach, ascended to his glory Oct. 20, 2010. He was the son of the late Cyril and Louise Harris. He was also predeceased by his brother, Jemmott Harris. He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife of 40 years, Josephine Harris; daughters, Kimberly Murphy (Mark) and Janelle; grandchildren, Mark K. Murphy III and Kai Murphy; one brother, Earl Harris; three sisters, Cynthia Baird (Hugh), Elva Harris and Anne Stephen (Francis); as well as a host of many other relatives and friends. While residing in Virginia Beach he was employed as an assistant director of Auxiliary Enterprises at Norfolk State University. During his tenure he received Employee of the Year in 1994-95 and by 2001 he was recognized for outstanding support after 32 years of service. Orville was a faithful member of Mount Lebanon Baptist Church, Chesapeake. A man of honor and integrity, he will be greatly missed. Homegoing services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 29, in Mount Lebanon Baptist church, 884 Bells Mills Road, Chesapeake. Condolences may be sent to www.gravesfuneralhomeinc.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 27, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Orville Harris

17 Entries

October 30, 2010

To Mrs. Harris and Family, Please know that you're kept in prayer and heartfelt thoughts with wishes for your strength and peace at this most difficult time. Orville was my supervisor in Auxiliary Enterprises. He was a great supervisor and a gentleman. He will be greatly missed.
Barbara Hawakins, NSU retiree

James Melvin

October 30, 2010

To my other brother, Orville. You and Irving Joseph (Joe) were/are my brothers. Your family and Joe would have made you proud when they spoke about you today. You lived with me and my family (Melvin) during the summers, holidays, etc. when you were in college. All of us ran track, and as the Bishop said, "You ran a great race." I miss and love you bro. James "Rock" Melvin.

Sandy Jones Williams

October 29, 2010

To the Harris Family: May God continue to bless you and your family during your time of loss.

Rasheada&Isreal Shelton

October 29, 2010

To my friends forever janelle and kim, and Mrs. Josephine I love you guys and will continue to keep you in prayer for your strength. Mr Orville will be missed dearly. I will always remember him and his smile and he always called me pretty girl. I was extremely sadded of his passing but i know he is with the lord now and feels no more pain.

Natasha Carrington

October 29, 2010

Everytime I saw Mr. Harris he had a smile on his face. Kim its been a long time since we have seen each other. I used to run into your mother and father ever so often. I'm sorry for your loss . I hope that God continues to give you all the strength to carry on.

Sandra Artis

October 28, 2010

To my other brother, Orville. I miss you very much. Orville, I know that you are with the Lord. My sympathy is extended to the family. Love, Sis, Sandra Melvin Artis (Rock's sister)

Rosa Herron

October 28, 2010

I am so sorry for your lost. Orville was such a nice person and I enjoyed working with him on various projects at NSU.

George, Theresa & Tyra Fuller

October 28, 2010

To the Harris Family,

My sincere condolences. Mr. Orville welcomed my family to the neighborhood a little over 3 years ago. I will never forgot his smile and his kindness. My family will miss seeing him working in the yard.
My prayers go out to the family, may God bless you and comfort you during this time.

Elmira Pitchford

October 28, 2010

Orville was a brother to me. He and Irving Joseph (Joe) stayed with us. They are very close to my family and especially to my brother, James Melvin (Rock). All of them were track stars. Orville was mild-mannered and low-keyed. Orville, I miss and love you. To the family: God bless you and stay strong. A gem has left this world. Love, sis, Elmira Melvin Pitchford

Wesley Vann

October 27, 2010

To the Harris Family,

I feel a hugh lost personally and for the world. Orville was a great co worker and friend who will be missed. Thank you for allowing us to share.

C. Renee Risbrook

October 27, 2010

Condolences to you Mrs. Harris and your entire family. Mr. Harris was my boss when he was employed at NSU. I remember many days of him speaking so proudly of you and his daughters, he was such a genuine person who always had a smile and a kind word to say he will be missed. my prayers go out to you and your family

Don &Martha Breland

October 27, 2010

Sincere condolebces to the Harris family.
May God bless, keep and comfort the Harris family during this time.

God has called Orville home to Glory to be with him.

Dr. Bernard Williams

October 27, 2010

My sincere condolences and very best wishes to the Harris family. Orville has paid the debt we all must pay. Take comfort in knowing he has exchanged life's labor for his eternal reward.

Dr. Bernard Williams

Sherman Addison

October 27, 2010

To the Harris Family: Orville and I were classmates in the School of Business at NSU where he also ran track. He always had a smile on his face and a positive outlook on life. I always looked forward to seeing him over the years when returning to NSU Homecomings. Accordingly, I was shocked after hearing of his passing while attending Homecoming this past weekend. The last time I saw him however was at one of the Carribean Festivals/Parade in DC and he was his usual jovial self. Thanks to the family for sharing such a gentle man. He is already missed.

Michelle Valentine

October 27, 2010

To the Harris family...just know that Orville is in a better place where he is no longer in pain! I will continue to keep the family in my prayers and know that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord! We will see Orville again!