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Kenny Harris Obituary
KENNETH HARRIS: Dallas firefighter
Dallas Fire-Rescue Capt. Kenneth Harris, 52, was off duty when the fire that caused the West Fertilizer explosion happened, but he still rushed to the emergency to offer his help to other firefighters responding to the scene.
"Captain Harris' response is typical of all our first responders; night and day, no matter where they are, no matter if they are on or off duty they respond with the greatest acts of bravery," Dallas City Manager Mary K. Suhm said in a statement.
Dallas Fire Chief Louie Bright III said, "Our hearts are heavy and hurting with the loss of such a great firefighter, great husband and great family man."
Harris graduated from the Dallas Fire Academy in 1982 and served as a firefighter with the Dallas Fire Department for more than 31 years. He also owned Harris Home Inspections and Construction with his family, a funeral home obituary said.
He loved offshore fishing with his sons and spending time on his boat the "Boots Up." He was a member of High Point Church in Waco and the Dallas Firefighters Association-Local 58.
He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Holly Harris of West; three sons; parents; two sisters; nieces and a nephew.
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29 Entries
May 17, 2013
May the god of comfort be a source of strength for your family at this difficult time. 2Corn 1:3, 4. Deepest Sympathy, Sue, Concord, NC
April 30, 2013
Sorry for your loss
God promise us
John 5:28
John Przybylski
April 25, 2013
God bless you, your family and friends, Captain Harris. You are an American Hero.
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Shelley
April 25, 2013
May knowing you're in the hearts and thoughts of others help you and yours through this time of sorrow.
Rennae Griffin
April 25, 2013
Rest in Peace...
Alma Martinez
April 25, 2013
My deepest sympathy! Rest in Peace, Sir!
Bud & Lauralee Jenkins
April 25, 2013
May God bless and comfort all of those who loved Luckey. Our hearts go out to all of you.
April 24, 2013
Although I did not know Capt Harris, I can only give you the words that I live by.... He showed no fear.... He did his duty, he ran into what we ran from! From the movie Secretariat........Do you give the horse his strength or clothe his neck with a flowing mane? Do you make him leap like a locust, striking terror with his proud snorting? He paws fiercely, rejoicing in his strength, and charges into the fray. He laughs at fear, afraid of nothing; he does not shy away from the sword. The quiver rattles against his side, along with the the flashing spear and lance. In frenzied excitement he eats up the ground; he cannot stand still when the trumpet sounds.” – God as quoted in the book of Job, Chapter 39 verses 19-24 Thank you for your service sir! God bless you and your family! We will not forget, but even more.... we will remember!!!
Kimberly Simmons
April 24, 2013
My deepest sympathy! Rest in Peace, Sir!
April 24, 2013
We send our prayers and Aloha to the members of the Harris family. Though we did not know Kenny personally, what his cousin, Chris, shared with us conveyed that his wonderful spirit lives on. May God's grace provide you peace during this time of transition.
Aloha, Bob and Tylalee Baudrau
Connie Holub
April 23, 2013
My thoughts prayers are with the Harris family!! Kenny was a true Hero...
Mary Leming
April 23, 2013
We send our love and prayers to the family of Kenny. We are so proud of the life he lived and the legacy that he leaves behind.
Love,
Mary Gail and Samuel Leming
April 23, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Harris family. As you read these words of Almighty God at Isaiah 61:1,2, may you find comfort for your grief.
Jem. Florida
R.K. Wolfe
April 23, 2013
Our prayers for Kenny's family and friends. He was a true hero and someone we wish we had known.
z J
April 22, 2013
My prayers are with the family of a hero.
Joy Stafford Thomas
April 22, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the Harris family. Lucky was a childhood friend and neighbor. God be with you during this difficult time.
Mary
April 22, 2013
My condolences to his family. Rest in peace.
Fran Metoyer
April 22, 2013
My heart is saddened by your loss. My prayers for you and your families. God bless always.
Jerod Bledsoe
April 22, 2013
I was blessed to meet Capt Harris and do a ride along with the men of station #30. He was greatly respected and loved. His courage and leadership are what legends are made of.
John Lowder
April 21, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rusty Bryson
April 21, 2013
My the arms of God surround your family and provide comfort and prayers. You are a true Hero to your family, the West family and the nation. God Bless
JoAnna Pesek
April 20, 2013
May God Bless and comfort your family and friends.
Lisa (Mangum) Smith
April 19, 2013
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Becky Ray-Gayle
April 19, 2013
Deepest sympathies and prayers to Luckey's entire family. To a true hero and and Honor to his work, know that he will be remembered always.
Lance Gandy
April 19, 2013
Luckey,
I am so honored of knowing you and having the pleasure of calling us friends. I have never told you this but I do appreciate you and your inspiring words for me to become a part of the fire service. I love it more everyday. I will miss you and I am so very sorry for your early departure on this earth.
Scott Chamberland
April 19, 2013
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
David Guyette
April 19, 2013
Captain Kenny Harris...though I did not know the guy personally...as an emergency responder, he was a true hero. A fire man is always the bravest of all first responders. They are the first to go in to a burning building while others are running out. As a Police Officer it is sad to hear about our fallen brother. A hero to the State of Texas...A hero to the cities of Dallas and West. Thank you for your service sir. Your memory will live on. To your family...we thank you for a True Hero...A Honorable Man...A Respectable Man...A True Rolemodel.
Thank You. You are forever on duty.
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