Matthew Wayne Harris, MD of Clarkston MI born August 27, 1960, to Marquis and Norma Harris, passed away peacefully at home following a sudden cardiac event on April 23, 2025; aged 64. He is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Mary Harris, and his six children: Amanda, Josh, Marq (and his wife Manae, who is expectant with his first grandson), Micah, Anna (and her husband Tyler Acton), and Merrick. He is also survived by his father Marquis Harris, mother Norma Harris, brothers Michael & Marq Harris, and sister Cindy Zink. He is preceded in death by his sister Carol.
Matthew graduated from Clarkston High School, attended Oral Roberts and Oakland universities, and obtained his medical degree from Wayne State University. He completed his residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, MI. He considered his profession as a physician a calling. Through his 37 years of practice, first in Barboursville, WV and most recently in Grand Blanc, MI, he cared for each of his patients with the utmost empathy and devotion.
Matthew was a beloved son, husband, father, brother, doctor, and friend. Above all, he was a man of faith and modeled his life after the example of Jesus Christ. He was an active member at New Life Church in Huntington, WV and Bridgewood Church in Clarkston, MI. Matthew was a gift to all those around him, sharing his wisdom, patience, and helping hands to anyone in need. He called every day, “one of the best days of my life” and we are comforted knowing he lived a full, content life., and is now rejoicing in heaven. He would not have changed any part of his life, except perhaps having a bit more time. Gone too soon, he will be sorely missed.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 3rd at Bridgewood Church in Clarkston, MI where family and friends may visit starting at 3:00 pm with the service at 4:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to:
Open Arms Foundation, Attn: Bill Perrow, P.O. Box 7542, Charleston, WV 25356, [email protected]
Global Transformation Ministries, Attn: Brian Miller, P.O. Box 85356, Baton Rouge, LA 70884, www.tministries.org
Future Generation International Ministry (FUGI), Attn: Rachel Christie, 970S. Baldwin Rd, Oxford, MI 48371
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