Pettersburg, Virginia
Mr. Linwood Harris Sr., 84, of 8004 Claystreet Road, Ford, Va., departed this life on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009 at the Southside Regional Medical Center.
He was the son of the late William and Susie Spriggs Harris. He was preceded in death by her daughter, Blanche Mae Harris and son, Earl E. Harris.
He was baptized at an early age and a faithful and dedicated member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Ford. He was a veteran of the United Army, where he served in World War II. He was a retiree of Fort Pickett, Blackstone, Va.
He leaves to cherish his memory, a loving and devoted wife of 62 years, Willie Mae Harris of Ford; two sons, Linwood Harris Jr. (Rebecca), Church Road, and Richard Harris Sr. (Sherita) of Ford; one daughter, Frances Trent of Petersburg; one son-in-law, Wayne Trent, Sr. of Church Road; a daughter-in-law, Shelia Harris of Petersburg; one former daughter-in-law, Shirley Harris of Colonial Heights; two sisters, Betty Seay (Richard) of Victoria and Virgie Bland of Ford; one aunt, Virginia Banks of Petersburg; 11 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren with the seventh due in May of 2009; two great-great-grandchildren; a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends, one dedicated neighbor, James Bates.
A homegoing service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Ford, with the pastor, the Rev. Dr. Joseph B. Fields Sr., officiating.
Burial will commence at the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the residence, and may be contacted at (804)-265-8128.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd., McKenney, (804)-478-4411.
Daddy, The values you've taught, the care you've given, and the love you've shown have enriched life in so many ways. Thanks for helping me to understand how to love and always be there for my wife & children. You taught me how to be a man, thank you always.
Linwood, Jr. Harris
March 15, 2009 | Church Road, VA
Mr. Harris (PaPa) Nice things are not always said about in-laws. But, if I could have another chance for you to be my father-in-law I'd do it over again. You have been the best. You always looked out for me as if I was one of your children. It have been 42/1/2 years since I married your son. Through it all, on the mountains & in the valleys, you were there. As long as you were able too, you would call each day just to see how I was doing....after I would say o.k. PaPa, then you would say well...
Rebecca Harris
March 14, 2009 | Church Road, VA
My Papa will forever be missed. Humility & strength were two of the things he was best known for. I love you Papa.
"Dana Bug"
Dana Harris-Sanders
March 02, 2009 | Colonial Heights, VA
Papa Harris you are truly missed as you left us so soon. We were so blessed to have a grandfather with such character and spunk as you.... Papa I love you and miss you so very much
RiQueshia Harris
February 27, 2009 | Colonial Heights, VA
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bertha & James Dinkins
February 27, 2009 | Oxon Hill, MD
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Hazel Coleman
February 27, 2009 | Oxon Hill, MD
Richard Harris,Jr sorry for the lost of your grandfather. My prayers are with you and your family. Hope u can find peace knowing the pain and suffering is over for him. God will see you through this time.
Patricia Harris
February 27, 2009 | Hopewell, VA
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jackie Latham
February 27, 2009 | Petersburg, VA
Willie Mae,
William and I were sadden to hear of the loss of Linwood and wish to express our deepest sympathy. May God be with you, the children, grandchildren and all other family members during this difficult time. Please let us know if we can be of assistance in any way.
With Deepest Sympathy
William and Barbara Brown
Barbara Brown
February 27, 2009 | Petersburg
