Gerald HARRIS

HARRIS, Gerald August 28, 1928-September 12, 2017 Gerry will be remembered for his generosity, his positive outlook, his wonderful sense of humor, and his love for his family, friends and the local community. Gerry is survived by his children, Shelley (Corey), and Scott (Michele), his grandchildren, Bryan (Stephanie), Megan (Jon), Kristy (Manuel), Rebecca and great grandchild, Dayton. Gerry's wife, Vernette, was the love of Gerry's life. They were married in 1955 and moved to Tsawwassen in 1959. Together, they built two successful garden centers known as Harris Nursery. During this past spring, Gerry came everyday to the nursery to help out and became an official greeter. He loved meeting people and reminiscing about how the nursery started. Gerry cherished spending time with family and friends, boating and fishing along the coast of BC on his "Something Special" and "Secret Mistress", walking the sandbars in Point Roberts, dancing the night away on the garden isle of Kauai, and escaping winters in Yuma and cruises around the world. Gerry spent the last 16 months living at Augustine House. We wish to thank the incredible staff at Augustine for your support and your kindness. He loved living there. Gerry touched many people and will be remembered fondly. There will be no service by request. Dad, Poppy, Gerry: thank you for all of the wonderful memories, we were so lucky to know such a kind and loving man. Rest in peace knowing that you are loved and missed. Please give a hug and a kiss to Nani/Mom from all of us. We take comfort knowing that you are together again and we will think of you often and smile.