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William Harris Obituary

William Anderson Harris

Memphis -

Mr. William Anderson Harris, age 83, a U.S. Army Veteran, passed August 27, 2019.

Visitation, Thursday, September 5, 2019 from 10-11 AM. Funeral 11 AM at JOE FORD FUNERAL HOME. Burial in West a Tennessee Veteran Cemetery.

He leaves his sons, William Jarvis Harris, Marc Albarez Harris (Stacy), daughter , Carol A. Harris-Thomas (Heath), grand daughter, Heather Cora Thomas, 2 grandsons, Marteze & Christian Humphries, 5 great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Commercial Appeal on Sep. 4, 2019.

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Al Lewis

September 5, 2019

A friend for life. You were the kindest man I knew. We worked together for 34 years and I enjoyed our great times together. I'll miss you old friend. Humble is the way.

Jennifer Parker

August 29, 2019

To the entire William A. Harris "Uncle Karo" family. You have our deepest sympathy and condolences. "Uncle Karo" will truly be missed. Uncle, you have gone home to join your wife, sisters and brothers , your mom and dad and they are so glad to welcome you home. My sister and I thank you for the many times in past years we spent with you and Aunt Cora in your home. You always made us welcome to stay,and just have fun with our little cousin Jarvis. We are sad for another loss , but according to the word of God ...

"Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Matthew 28:20

And with this being stated, we Thank the Lord for you and being a part of our lives. Rest well "Uncle Karo"

Much Love,
Your nieces,
Mrs. Jennifer Parker
Mrs. Glenda Matthews

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