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Jessica Harris Obituary

Harris Jessica Nicole Harris, age 24. Sunrise May 30, 1991 and Sunset January 29, 2016. Jessica was a graduate of Groveport Madison High School and attended New Birth Christian Ministries. She was employed at Central Ohio Primary Care and Gentle Foot Care. She was preceded in death by her Uncle Doc Wallace. Left to cherish her memories, parents, Beverly and John Motton II and Willie Harris; brother, John Glen Motton III; sisters, Artisia (Alphonso) Grant and Jaana Motton; grandparents, Beverly A. Wallace, Jesse Wallace, Tibitha Harris and John and Juanita Motton Sr.; and her nieces, a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Visitation 10 a.m. and Funeral 11 a.m. Friday, February 5, 2016 at New Birth Christian Ministries, 3475 Refugee Rd. Entombment at Green Lawn Cemetery. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE, 2500 Cleveland Ave. To order flowers and to offer condolences to the family, visit www.TheChapelofPeace.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 2 to Feb. 3, 2016.

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Cassie Ray

November 15, 2022

Swwet beautiful Jess... You're on my mind
I'm sosorry this happened to you.. as the years go by I only imagine who you would've become.. sweet rest beautiful beautiful angel..

MYRA Brown

January 27, 2019

Rest in Heaven.. Continued blessings to your family.

Undina Wallace

January 26, 2019

I love you sweetie

Sabrina Tinsley

March 8, 2016

I am very sorry for your family and friends' loss. You are beautiful and now you're a beautiful angel. May you rest in peace. Gone too soon but never forgotten. REST IN PEACE

The Compassionate Friends

February 13, 2016

Dear Harris Family:
We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences.
The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents,
grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our
only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the
death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist
the grieving family. We meet monthly in Columbus from 7-9 PM on the second Tuesday
of each month at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1479 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229.
If and when you are ready to do so, please join us. We Need Not Walk Alone. We are
The Compassionate Friends.
~
The Compassionate Friends
Columbus, Ohio Chapter
(614)882-8986
www.tcfcolumbus.org
www.compassionatefriends.org

jeneece thomas

February 8, 2016

I love u Jessica u always were an angel now u are back where u belong . U were too good , too wonderful , and precious to stay so God took u and that will forever keep me comforted knowing you are with him. I love u beautiful!!!

Nina McMullen

February 8, 2016

May God keep you and your family through the difficult days ahead when people move on and forget.... May he be the rock, the source of strength, and your peace when the noise in your head is overtaking you. Fall in the Lords arms... He will catch you. Jessica is now your Guardian Angel. May God keep you and bless you and your families.

Aretha Tanner-McKissick

February 7, 2016

Beverly, I'd like to offer my sincere condolences and deepest sympathy. Praying for strength and guidance. Lean on your family and love ones, doing this difficult time. Sincerely, Aretha Tanner-McKissick

Valarie (Browder) Walker-Gist

February 6, 2016

Bev you and your family will be in my prayers. I know Jessica was a wonderful young lady just like you. Hold on to the lord and take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you !!!

February 6, 2016

to the motton family god give you the comfort you need at this time much love to all my family in Columbus ohio, love/ from all of us in chicago

Mary Carter Roberts

February 6, 2016

My prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. She was on loan for you to love. She is in his arms now. May he continue to Bless you and the family. May she rest in peace.

Larry Bowens

February 6, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Larry and I could not be there but our thoughts and prayers are with you always

Michelle Hampton

February 6, 2016

My heart is still crush hearing the news of your daughter. Our daughters went to Franklin Middle School together and were friends. Her smile will be forever lock in my memories of their middle school graduation. May God bless you and your family.

Latanya & Victoria Delly

February 6, 2016

We may never understand why Jessica had to leave so soon, but Me & Victoria do Thank God for Blessing us with time & memories we had with Jess & Beverly. A true blessing from God. May God continue to Bless & Comfort you & your family! RIP Jessica

Brooke Nikol Wallace

February 5, 2016

Hey big cuz.I can't believe we really had to say goodbye to you today. You were so beautiful, and always so positive no matter what you were going through. I love you. I hate to see our family hurt so bad over this, but it just helps to know that you are with our Heavenly Father, and you no longer have to feel these earthly pains. Your spirit will always be with us. I love you cuz.

Aissa Adams

February 5, 2016

Bev, I'm so so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in my prayers. May God continue to bless and comfort you all in this time of sorrow.

Nolita Berger

February 5, 2016

You were a wonderful mother
The best she could ever have
Walk confident in that fact
Especially on the days you're sad.
You did everything you were supposed to do
I know you did your very best
Please remember that while carrying this heavy weight on your chest.
You raised her with Love
You gave her Love
Now you have given her back to Love and there is no shame in that.
Love appreciates you.

Charlene Jackson

February 5, 2016

Thoughts & Prayers with the Family.
Ms. Jessica was a lovely young lady.

Bernice Pearson

February 5, 2016

The Lord is my light and he will keep each of you my family in his arms during this home going of someone so loved so young. God only knows. Love and peace to each of you, Aunt Bernice and family.

Denise Josey Peaks

February 5, 2016

To the family may God give you comfort in your time of grief no words can comfort the pain but may Jessica rest PEACEFULLY

Tangye Hight

February 5, 2016

Bev, May God continue to Bless you during this very difficult time.

February 5, 2016

So sorry I'm. Not here with you all today but I send. Blessings of love to all frm Hilton Waiters!!!

Tracy Taylor

February 5, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Tom and Kim Perry

February 5, 2016

We are praying for every member of the family. May God give the family comfort and peace.

Marcia Hike

February 5, 2016

To the Motton, Wallace, and Harris families...
May the memories held deep inside your heart, help to comfort you through difficult times....
You're in our hearts & prayers.
God Bless & Be With You All.
Marcia Hike & Family.

Nick Tiller

February 5, 2016

Sorry for your loss. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. R.I.P. Jessica

michael clayborne

February 5, 2016

Our prayers to the family at this time we are so sorry for your loss of the wonderful lady God placed in your life.

Michelle McDowell-Reynolds

February 4, 2016

Beverly my thoughts and prayers will forever be with you and your family. Jessica was such a beautiful young lady with the prettiest smile. Pictures of you two show the lovely bond and joy between a mother and daughter. God will strengthen you each day, so continue to trust Him for the Peace the surpasses all understanding. Jessica is safe in the arms of Jesus.

April Lee

February 4, 2016

So sorry about your loss. It is never easy to lose a child. May time bring you peace, grace bring you healing & love bring you comfort.

Cia and Zak Stone-McClinton

February 4, 2016

My heart aches and my thoughts and prayers are with the family of this loving young lady whose life was taken so suddenly and senselessly. May God be with you

Shirae Peeks

February 4, 2016

Rest in Heaven Jessica.

Christopher & Latonya Wagner

February 4, 2016

So sorry for your Loss! R.I.P Jessica
You will be truly missed.

Regina Miller

February 4, 2016

To Beverly and family, I am so sorry of your loss, my heart goes out to you and your family, May God comfort and keep you all during this time of sorrow/

Laurie Scot

February 4, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss, praying for peace of mind and heart for all affected by Jessica's passing.

Ingyr Coleman

February 4, 2016

Prayers for your family.

Barbara Josey

February 4, 2016

My heart is with you my friend Beverly and your family in this time of sorrow.Keeping you all in prayer.

Aisha Higgins

February 4, 2016

R.I.p.Jessica

Hike & Hicks Family

February 4, 2016

To The Family of Jessica,

Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.
May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time.
God Bless You and Keep You Now and Always.

February 4, 2016

To my Harris and Wallace family sorry I'm not able to come home but my heart and soul is with my family please except my deepest condolences and prayers. With all my love Sabrina Bowens- Lucas

Terri Robinson

February 4, 2016

Hugs and prayers for your family

Patricia Turner

February 4, 2016

To the family and friends of this beautiful young lady, my heart hurts for everyone I worked with her at Columbus Colony ,simply just beautiful sprit .my you be comforted in knowning that she was a person that touch a lot of lives in just a short time God bless you and keep you all in such a time like this

Letia Lauderdale

February 4, 2016

First I would like to say to the family that I am so sorry for your lost and that I will continue to pray for everyone...my heart was crushed when I found out what happened...I met Jessica back in 2010 at Hondros College and her, my cousin, and I got really close...she would have me smiling and laughing everyday and she was a great friend...She will be truly missed...I still feel like this isn't real but may you rest in peace Jessica and keep watch over all of us...God has gained a beautiful angel...until we meet again...One love my friend

Sonya Foust

February 4, 2016

Motton, Harris Family Prayers are with you, May God Give You Strength Peace in this Time of Sorrow. Jessica RIH Dear Angel You have Earned Your Wings Fly High in the Heavenly Choir..

Brenda Sullivan

February 3, 2016

Sending my Love nd Prayers that God gives you the strength to get through this, she was a Beautiful young lady... R.I.P Jessica, Love you Beverly nd I'm truly Sorry for your miss

Shirley mixon

February 3, 2016

I pray for peace and comfort for the Harris, Wallace and Moton
Family. To Beverly keep Jesus with you he is the only comforter during this time. Just whisper his name he's right there love ya and the family

Amber Thomas

February 3, 2016

R. I. H Jessica Harris you gained your wings fly high baby girl look over your family

Donata Coleman

February 3, 2016

To the Harris Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I only knew Jessie for a very short time, but in that time I picked up on a very sweet spirit and personality. It's hard to find the words... I pray that your family takes comfort in the Lord and look to him for strength and guidance. May the memory of her smile give you peace. Your family will continually be in my prayers

Keara Fisher

February 3, 2016

We love you, Jessica! ❤

Glenda Robinson

February 3, 2016

My condolences to the family

Carletta Franklin

February 3, 2016

I'm still really trying to accept this so no words can express the way I feel. May you all find comfort and peace in knowing she's safely wrapped in Jesus arms. Love you all

Kyra Jacobs

February 3, 2016

Rest in Perfect Peace Jessie.
~Love~
Kyra J.

Candy jones

February 3, 2016

My heart is heavy for you and your Family at this time .May God strengthen you and lift you in your time of need

Erica Foster

February 3, 2016

Rip sweetie prayers for your family

Shirley Aekins

February 3, 2016

Sorry for your lost, may you find comfort in Christ and in the memories of your loved one.

Patrick & Connie Wooldridge

February 3, 2016

May God comfort you during this difficult time.

J. Neely

February 3, 2016

I did not know this beautiful young lady, but I offer my sincerest condolences and wishes for an abundance of peace to every life she touched, in the coming days, weeks, months and years. God bless!

Mike and Tina Patton

February 3, 2016

I was so blessed to have been in her life, I will miss her infectious personality coming through my front door, my more than heartfelt sympathy to her family that she loved so much, Jess watch over Caty she is going to need it, we love you sweetheart and see you again when we all get to the palace in the sky.

Emily Davis

February 3, 2016

I did not know Jessica, but my heart hurts for the family left behind. I pray you all find comfort in the wonderful memories you have with her. RIP beautiful angel <3

Sharon Smith

February 3, 2016

So sorry for your loss. A beautiful lady taken way too soon. Prayers and GOD bless all of you. May GOD keep you all safely wrapped in his arms. Love and Hugs, Sharon Smith (R&S Automotive)

February 3, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Such a beautiful lady taken way too soon. Prayers and Love to you all and may GOD wrap his arms around your family. Love and Hugs, Sharon Smith (R&S Automotive)

Olga Eskin

February 3, 2016

It was truly a pleasure working with Jessica. Jessica was a very carrying and loving person. She will be deeply missed by her co workers and her patients. May her memory be for a blessing.

C Cahill

February 3, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

February 3, 2016

To The Family of Jessica, I am praying that God will give you the strength to get through this, you have beautiful memories of your daughter,sister,friend,neice,grandaughter that will never go away, This Earth Has No Sorrow that Heaven can not Heal. RIH Ms Jessica. Elder Brown

JOHNNIECE GIBSON

February 3, 2016

Fly high cousin till we meet again I love you!

Monisha Higgins and family

February 3, 2016

R.I.h Jessica it's much better being up there then on this place we call earth and to the family it's OK to cry but let it happy tears cuz God got her and its much better there . I send my blessings

Pamela Mickens

February 3, 2016

May you rest in heaven now

vernita Echols

February 3, 2016

Your light will forever shine like your bright spirit!

Ann Hetzer

February 3, 2016

The family of Jessica you all have my deepest condolence may God strengthen you through this horrible time i will pray for the strength of the family may you RIH baby GOD has another Angel In Heaven GOD bless you all keep GOD first in your life.

Amanda (Caines) Akers

February 3, 2016

My heart is breaking over the news of this tragedy. I met Jessica while she was on the Cruiserettes. She was always so upbeat, positive and fun-loving. Her personality and smile were contagious. Love and prayers to all of her friends and family; I pray that someday there will be closure and peace.

Carol Gilmore

February 3, 2016

Rest in Peace.. God bless this family during this time and give them comfort.

Alfreda Rice

February 3, 2016

Words cannot express what I am feeling right now, so I'll just say to my family I love each of you so much. You are and will always be in my prayers. I'll see you later Babydoll.

LaTanya Walker

February 3, 2016

May God Rest Your Soul. My sincere condolences to your Family....

Mary Turner

February 3, 2016

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Devon Sims

February 3, 2016

Jessica you have impacted my life tremendously. Ever since Stewart elementary and summer programs you always welcomed me with open arms. I miss you so much and the family is in my prayers. Rest in paradise sweetheart.

Michael Cole

February 3, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Deborah Ann Williams

February 3, 2016

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Cindy Williams

February 3, 2016

God has his arms around Jessica now. My deepest sympathy to the entire family.

Vanessa Radden

February 3, 2016

To the Harris Family, all of you have my sympathies, condolences and prayers. May God be with all of you and may Jessica rest in heaven. She will be sadly miss but never forgotten.

Shswnda Yoder

February 3, 2016

No words to take away this pain. Just pray for guidance and strength for your family/friends. May you be rested with Jesus and held in the light of love. -

Undina Wallace

February 3, 2016

Oh Jessica if only i had one last hello before I had to say a final goodbye love you silly sweet cousin I will never forget your laugh and smile i love you your big cousin dina,

Myra Brown

February 3, 2016

RIH Jessica!! God has a new angel..

Candice McCargar

February 3, 2016

Extending deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family,..

~Toby's Mom,..Candice~

Lajuana Brooks

February 3, 2016

Jessica you are beautiful in God's sight. We bless God for allowing you in our lives for such is this. Hope you find a great nail salon in heaven lol Rest on. To the family much prayer always. Love Lajuana/Wanda Brooks and Family

Kenyatta Ferguson

February 3, 2016

Prayers to the Family Faith and support will get you through this hard time and Jessica your Angel is watching over you

Melea Jones

February 3, 2016

Sorry about y'all loss..I'm continue praying for the family..may God bless y'all through this hard time!

Tangela Cloyd

February 3, 2016

Jessica baby, You will live on forever in our hearts. We love you and may your loving soul rest in peace.

T.Ross

February 3, 2016

MAY GOD BLESS THE FAMILY.

February 2, 2016

We send our deepest sympathy to the family.. Fabian Lawson and Sharon Patterson. &Family

Sandra Simmons

February 2, 2016

Deepest sympathy to the family of this beautiful young lady, I had the pleasure of moving her into her apartment, and will always and forever remember her bright smile, prayers to the family and friends wrap your arms around Jesus during this difficult time and let him take over.
Deepest sympathy and prayers,
Sandra Simmons

Monica Collier

February 2, 2016

With deepest sympathy for your loss. May you find strength in the days ahead from loving memories of Jessica.

Norma

February 2, 2016

I had the pleasure of meeting Jessica and her family over 16 years ago. There was never a dual moment. I wis there were words that could be spoken to ease your pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God provide comfort. Now is the time to lean on one another as well as God to get you through this terrible time.

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