Harry Leon Orr

Harry Leon Orr obituary, San Antonio, TX

Harry Leon Orr

Harry Orr Obituary

Published by Porter Loring Mortuary North on Feb. 28, 2020.
Harry L. Orr, age 85, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2020 in San Antonio, Texas. He was born in Memphis, Tennessee on January 7, 1935 to Frank and Bertha (Hayes) Orr. He studied and graduated from Wayne State University and taught within the Detroit Public System before joining the US Department of State, where he served for over 30 years, traveling and residing throughout the Americas. He was preceded in death by his parents and son, Harry R. Orr. Harry is survived by his wife of 47 years, Maria Teresa Orr; son, Carlos Orr; grandchildren, Harry, Emilio and Alessandra; numerous loving nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at Porter Loring Mortuary North. ROSARY THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2020 7:00 P.M. PORTER LORING NORTH SERVICE FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2020 12:00 P.M. PORTER LORING NORTH CHAPEL A reception will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

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November 4, 2023

Héctor Cornejo posted to the memorial.

June 1, 2021

Juany A Garza posted to the memorial.

April 29, 2021

LEONCIO CHOQUEHUANCA FAJARDO posted to the memorial.

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Héctor Cornejo

November 4, 2023

Cuando mi familia quiso ir de paseo a su país, la entrevista personal la condujo el Sr. Orr. Tengo el mejor recuerdo de su caballerosidad porque nos trató como si fuéramos amigos de toda la vida. Han pasado unos 25 años de esto y hoy súbitamente recordé su nombre, solo para darme con la triste noticia de su partida. Habíamos pedido una visa solo para ese viaje pero el Sr. Orr nos concedió una visa de diez años. Seguiré recordándolo siempre como una persona buena y generosa. Un abrazo a toda la familia.

Héctor Cornejo
Arequipa, Perú

Juany A Garza

June 1, 2021

Con gran tristeza hoy me entero del sentido fallecimiento de mi gran jefe, Harry L. Orr. Tere lamento mucho no estar a tu lado y darte un abrazo muy grande, te quiero querida amiga. Tu me presentaste al Sr. Orr, desde el primer instante que lo vi supe que sería mi gran jefe, caballero, cortes, protector, sumamente inteligente y paciente. Siempre los tengo presentes en mis oraciones. Juany A Garza, Consulado General de Monterrey, Mexico

LEONCIO CHOQUEHUANCA FAJARDO

April 29, 2021

Mi mas sentidas condolencias a la familia del señor Harry Orr que Dios lo tenga en su gloria. Fuerzas por su perdida.

Veronica Taylor-Sheogerd

May 5, 2020

So sorry to learn of Harry death. I worked with him at AMEMBASSY, Kingston over 40 years ago, Actually he and his wife Maria served as witness at my wedding in 1980. My condolences to his family.

Tereasa Breckenridge

March 16, 2020

Love you Uncle Harry! You were the BEST❤ ALWAYS helping and encouraging.

Raul Chavera

March 10, 2020

I just heard through the DC grapevine in DC that my good friend had passed. I just retired from the State Department after 32 years. But Harry was my first boss, who initially taught me the diplomatic ropes but most importantly taught me to be me no matter what. A gentleman and polished diplomat there was nothing that Harry didn't know. To know HArry is to know he was a loving and compassionate man to his loving wife and children. Incredible human being....when you remember a name 40 years after your career...obviously the person made their mark. Love you Sir and thank you for preparing me for a fully successful career, I will miss you. Roy Chavera Jr

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November 4, 2023

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June 1, 2021

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April 29, 2021

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