Richard-Harris-Obituary

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Richard Thomas Harris

Parowan, Utah

1924 - 2016

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DIED
March 4, 2016
LOCATION
Parowan, Utah

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Southern Utah Mortuary - Cedar City Obituary

Richard Thomas (Tom) Harris passed from this life to the next in Parowan, Utah, on March 4, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 15, 1924, in Magna, Utah, to Roy Elmore Harris and Martha Vilate Deland, the fourth of nine children. Tom's family moved to Mesa, Arizona, in...

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Our 2016 Christmas Card was returned and we knew then that Tom had probably passed beyond the veil to be with his sweetheart, Beverly. They were our "surrogate" parents/grandparents when we were serving with the USAF in England. We loved them so much and will be forever grateful for their many acts of love and kindness, towards us and our three small children. Bev made Christmas stockings that we still use & treasure today. Tom made a simple bench that he called the "gospel bench," and it...

My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50,76)

He was always such a great example and youth leader. He had the hearts and Minds of all around him. He touched so many lives. I will always have such fond memories of him
Phil Miller

We are so very sorry for your loss, he was a great man and will be missed by many. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. He was one of the best men that we knew. Love to all of your family.

I recall The Harris's when the lived in the UK. Hungry or homesick missionaries were always welcome in their home. They were warm, kind, loving and truly inspiring.

Bro Harris was an amazing Gospel Doctrine teacher. He taught truth with faith and good humor while also challenging your heart and mind. Without Bro Harris' intervention late on Christmas eve 1977, my companion and I would not have had Christmas dinner the following day. I was grateful then but I am more grateful now for...

So sorry to hear of Brother Harris' passing, I am sure he had a great reunion with those who went before him. We send our love.

Larry and Becky Topham