Kathy-Harris-Obituary

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Kathy Irene Harris

Jan 21, 1955 - Mar 12, 2026

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Haven’t heard from Kathy in over 50 years she friend me on fb. We got to catch up after all these years. She was my 8 th grade girlfriend she was in 7 th grade. We had planned a motorcycle ride when the weather warmed up this year. RIP my friend

So sorry to hear of this. Kathy and I have been friends since the 7th grade. She was also my first girlfriend . It was always a pleasure to see her and catch up. My prayers for peace and comfort to all who knew her.

Kathy was my best friends bonus mom. She was always kind and welcoming to me and the rest of our friends. Rest in peace, Kathy.

My sympathy may her light keep shining through you

I have known Kathy for at least 34 years. We first met as neighbors on State Street. From then, we became the best of friends, from there we were just family. Not by blood but by choice. We were 2 parts of the "Chatty Kathy's". We went on many adventures hunting Beanie Babies. We called ourselves "Beanieologists". Our families took vacations together, cooked out a lot and we "hung out" nearly everyday. We went all over playing Magical Odds, our favorite poker machine. We've shared so much...

I didn't know her well, but the few times I visited her home she made me feel so welcome. She made me feel like we had been family forever.

Kathy, Thank you for being a strong force in my life! I love you and will miss you so very much❤I hope Emily was waiting for you to give you a big ol hug.love Christy

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Kathy's Obituary

SPRINGFIELD – Kathy Irene Harris, 71, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Springfield Memorial Hospital.She was born January 21, 1955, to Oren Wilson and Lula Irene (Maberry) Winchester; both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her grandchildren, Xander...

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