Alfred Benjamin Harris Jr.

Alfred Harris Obituary

Alfred Benjamin (Al) Harris, Jr., 65, of Salem, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2008. He was born on March 31, 1943 in Oneonta, N.Y. and was the son of the late Alfred and Dorothy Harris. Al served our county as a Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy with 20 years of service and he was also retired from Steele Dynamics. Al was known for his practical jokes. He also enjoyed collecting coins and was a sports fan. He enjoyed watching the Miami Dolphin. He is survived by his wife, Donna L. Harris; son, Mathew Harris and wife Michelle; daughters, Denise Ory and husband Warren and Jill Harris and fiancé Robert Millikan; two sisters, Diane Argyle and husband Terry and Susan Glanzman and husband Sam; and three grandchildren, Taylor Likens, Christian Harris, and Blake Ory. A Celebration of Life service will be conducted on Monday, December 15, 2008 at 11 a.m. and the chapel of John M. Oakey and Son with the Father Joe Lehman officiating. Military rites will follow after the service and will be conducted by the United States Navy and the DAV honor guard. The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 14, 2008 from 6 to 8 p.m. at John M. Oakey and Son Funeral Home, Salem. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Disabled American Veterans, 2383 Roanoke Blvd., Salem, Va., 24153. The Harris family is being served by John M. Oakey and Son, Salem. 389-5441.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Dec. 12 to Dec. 14, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Alfred Harris

15 Entries

Ben Dewey

December 29, 2008

Donna,
I served with Al on the USS Bigelow back in teh mid '70's. When I came on board I was a young and fresh out of school. Al showed me the ropes and helped me get established on the ship. Even though we have not seen each other in quite a number of years, I will miss him. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Debbie Sharpe

December 16, 2008

Jill,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Focus on all the good memories and your father will live on in your hearts.

Nikki Lewis

December 15, 2008

I was both shocked and saddened to hear of Al's passing. My heart and prayer's are with you Donna, Denise, Matt, Jill, and the rest of the Harris Family. Just remember that he will always be carried within your hearts.

Mike & Crystal Epperly

December 15, 2008

We are so very sorry to hear about Al - Its hard to understand why people are taken from us, and it just takes so very long to pick up the pieces and there just isn't anything people can say or do to make things better during this time. We are sorry.

Natosha & Donnie Shepherd

December 15, 2008

Jill,

I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Kathy Pickett

December 15, 2008

Dear Jill and Family:

I feel as if I know each and every one of you having worked with Jill so closely the past two years. Her family means the world to her. I am so very sorry for this tremendous loss. Having just lost my own mother last week I can totally relate. You are all in my heart and prayers. Jill, I love you.

Leslie Matney

December 15, 2008

Harris Family

We were so sorry to hear of Al's passing. He was quite a character. We hope the memories of his humor will help to sustain you during the difficult days ahead. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you and comfort you

Love Leslie and Randy Matney

Emily Bare (Smith)

December 14, 2008

Dear Harris Family,
You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. I am here for you all whenever you need me.
With love,

Teresa Millikan

December 14, 2008

Dear Donna and Jill, It has been a very eventful year for our familys. Please accept our condolences and understanding. May we all have a better year coming. We love you. Gregg, Teresa, Jack

Jill Harris

December 14, 2008

Dear Daddy-

I will miss you and I love you very much. Thank you for everything you have done for us. Love you so much! Tell Grandpa Merry Christmas.

Love you always
your baby girl (Jill Harris)

Donna Garrett

December 12, 2008

I am Emily's grandmother -- and have felt the pain of losing someone too young. Bless you as you mourn. There is a time to laugh -- and a time to mourn...

Jim Bailey

December 12, 2008

Donna,
We feel your loss because you are our friend and we love you. "whatever the fury of the storm,when you are with God there is always a rainbow waiting."

Know that you are loved.

Jim and Shirley

April Angell

December 12, 2008

Matt and Michelle;

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. If I can do anything at all, please do not hesitate to let me know.

Love,
April Angell
Friendship Outpatient Therapy

Jenny Miles

December 12, 2008

Denise and Family,
You are all in our thoughts and Prayers during this difficult time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
Love,
Travis, Jenny and Landon

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