Locust Grove, Virginia
"Rick"
Richard Paul Harris, III Richard Paul Harris, III "Rick" of Rapidan, Virginia, moved from Earth to Heaven on February 17, 2010. He leaves his wife, Jennifer; a son, Dillon and three daughters, Nolie, Elizabeth and Veronica. He is also survived by his parents, Richard and Martha Harris and one brother, Todd Harris, all of Orange County; two sisters, Ellen Lindner of Melbourne, Florida and Sharon Proctor of Lake St. Louis, Missouri. The extended family includes many nieces and nephews, along with the sisters of his wife and her mother, Elizabeth Harper of Madison County.
Rick leaves many friends to mourn his loss. He was a deacon in Abundant Life Christian Fellowship, where he worshipped and served for many years. The impact of his life on those around him was profound. He responded to the needs of others in many ways. One example was taking his chain saw to Louisiana after Hurricane Katrina to clear away felled trees. He was active in the Boy Scouts of America and 4-H.
He was a 1984 graduate of Virginia Tech. Following graduation, he was the manager of the Oak Green Farm dairy herd for several years. For many years, he worked as a farrier, returning full time to his love of farming in 2006.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, February 20, 2010 at Johnson Funeral Home, Locust Grove, from 3:30 to 5 p.m and 7 to 8:30 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, February 21, 2010 at 3 p.m. at Rhoadesville Baptist Church, Rhoadesville, with the Reverend Duane Pugh and the Reverend Nancy Stanton McDaniel officiating. A reception will follow at the Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rick Harris Gift Fund, Stellar One Bank, 134 West Main Street, Orange, Virginia 22960. Johnson Funeral Home, Locust Grove is in charge of arrangements. On-line condolences may be made at johnsoncares.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Culpeper StarExponent.
What a wonderful soul and friend. i am shocked that he is gone Rick always took care of my quarter horses. Love you my brother in
Christ until we meet again.
Larry and Susan kennedy
August 26, 2021 | Friend
Richard, Martha, Todd,Ellen Sharon, Jennifer& kids I'm so sorry to hear about this lost, just found out today by Tina Minks I haven't seen anyone in a long time & you guys were always good to me & my ex husband when we moved up in the 80's I'm at a lost of words..just know you all will be in my thoughts & prayers....Debbie Prillaman Wunstel
Debbie prillaman Wunstel
March 01, 2010 | Bluemont, VA
So very sorry to hear about your loss, May the Healing power of The Great Physician bring you Peace and Comfort.
Wade Brumett
February 23, 2010 | Madison, VA
Ricky was one of the nicest guys in high school. I am so sorry to hear of his death. I have thought of him often over the years after his accident in our senior year. My prayers are with all of you.
Michele Morley Haworth
February 22, 2010 | Port Angeles, WA
RICHARD &MRS HARRIS WE DIDN 'T HEAR ABOUT RICKY UNTIL LATE SAT NITE. WE ARE SO SORRY HE WAS ONE OF THE NICEST PEOPLE WE KNOW, ALWAYS THERE TO LEND A HAND TO ANY AND EVERYONE. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. FLOYD FAULKNER & FAMILY
February 22, 2010
Richard, Martha, Ellen, Sharon, Todd and family,
We were so surprised to hear about Ricky. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Terese Tice
February 21, 2010 | Madison Heights, VA
Jennifer,
I am so sorry for your loss. It is unthinkable that he is gone. Please accept my prayers for you and the children.
Janet Quaintance
Erin Murray
Haylee Murray
Brandy(Yes she is still with us and being used by WVU riding team)
Janet Quaintance
February 20, 2010 | Warrenton, VA
To the Harris Family, our thoughts and prayers go out to you. I knew Ricky from OCHS and Tech. He was a good man that always carried a smile. To quote Vince Gill "Go rest high on that mountain, son your work on earth is done. Go to heaven a shoutin', love for the Father and the Son."
God Speed to you all
Michael Miller and family
Michael Miller
February 20, 2010 | Midlithian, VA
Jennifer and family, and Mr. & Mrs. Harris,
It brought me great sadness to hear of Rick's passing; he was amongst the greatest men I've ever known. My heartfelt condolences go out to all of you. Please feel free to let me know of anything that you may need.
Mark Wright
February 19, 2010 | Unionville, VA
