Richard B. "Red" Harris, 78, of Easthampton, died Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2014, in the Veteran Medical Center in White River Junction, Vermont.

He was born March 2, 1936, in Northampton, the son of the late Richard A. and Eleanor (Foster) Harris. He attended schools in Easthampton and was a Easthampton High School graduate class of 1954.

Richard entered the Army and was stationed in Korea returning home in 1960. Richard was employed by Mohawk Machine of Southampton, and was previously employed by Sterling Radiator of Westfield.

He was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish in Easthampton, the Knights of Columbus and past Grand Knight in Easthampton. He enjoyed fishing and vacations in Maine and on Cape Cod. He was enthusiastic of antique cars, belonged to the Geareaters, Red Rock Cruisers and Model A Club. He enjoyed his family and good humor.

Richard is survived by his wife Therese "Terry" (Renaud) Harris; one son, Allan R. Harris of Easthampton; one brother, David A. Harris of Huntington; and four sisters, Patricia Breveleri of West Springfield, Linda Medeiros of Huntington, Jane Meyer of Easthampton, and Susan St. Martin of Huntington.

He was predeceased by one sister Eleanor Jean Harris.

Funeral will be Saturday, Aug. 30, with Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of the Valley Church, in Easthamton at 1 p.m. Visiting hours will Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Mitchell Funeral Home, 15 Park St., Easthampton. Burial will be Friday, Sept. 5, at 3 p.m. in Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Agawam.

In lieu of flowers, gifts in Richard's memory may be given to Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma Foundation, P.O. Box 374, Birmingham, MI 48012 or to Dakin Human Society, P.O. Box 6307, Springfield, MA 01101-6307.

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Published by Daily Hampshire Gazette on Aug. 28, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Harris

11 Entries

August 29, 2014

Dickie I miss you already, tomorrow we will say goodbye to youl but I won't forget you and your tormenting and teasing when we were kids and sdhovef my face into a chocolate cake,or when you hid on the landing upstairs and jumped out when I went by after I had just seen a reallly scary movie at the Majestic and many more such times. l also won't forget how kind you were when I had needed a brother's shoulder to lean on. You were always there.
patient and funny. I hope that you are finally at peace in Heaven. Maybe you and Roger will be there to greet you. I will love you and miss you my "Little Brother" Patti

August 29, 2014

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

Elaine Jandu

August 28, 2014

My dear Terry & Allan,

I am so sorry for your loss; Richard was such a special
man. Much love, Elaine

August 28, 2014

Terry and Allan,
I'm so sorry to hear about Dick's passing. I want you to know that I always thought he was a wonderful person who always wore a smile and always had something nice to say. He was definitely a kind, caring, and funny man. I would like you to know,I often saw him sitting on the front porch of your house, seemingly enjoying the day. He seemed very relaxed, very peaceful. That made me think of how precious life is, and to take a few moments each day to truly "stop and smell the roses." I'm glad to have known him. He brought so much happiness and smiles to the people whose lives were lucky enough to be blessed by Dick. May sincere sympathy to you both. You are in my thoughts, and definitely in my prayers. May God's love be with you now and always. Sending my love as well. -Beth McDermott

Chris Ouellette

August 28, 2014

Dick was one of the kindest and sweetest men I have ever known. He could always put a smile on your face and brighten your day. Thanks for the memories. Heaven just got a whole lot brighter!

Joyce August

August 28, 2014

You will missed and never forgotten...

Eileen (Adams) Hopkins

August 28, 2014

Terry - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories of better health and wonderful times spent together comfort you. - Eileen (Adams) Hopkins and family

August 28, 2014

We are so sorry to read about your husband's passing.
Please know if we could get to Massachusetts, we would be there to support you during his celebration of life.
Terry, we know Your faith will give you strength. Bob & Mary Jane Schroeder

Chris McCarthy

August 28, 2014

RIP Uncle Dickie. Thanks for being like a father to me. I will always remember everything you taught me.

Barbara Wahlen

August 27, 2014

Rest in peace, Dickie. So many wonderful memories. Love and many hugs to all.

Barbara Wahlen

August 27, 2014

Dickie .. not only were you my friend and neighbor, you were my cousin. There are so many memories going around in my head. One of the fun ones was in your Mom's kitchen with each of us having a can of whipped cream and having a "cream fight". Aunt Eleanor even laughed as we did too. When it was over, she calmly said .. that was fun, now you can clean it up!" and left the kitchen. You were Panda's best friend, Chris' mentor and Heather's savior when you dislodged the candy in her throat when I couldn't. I'm glad we had a chance to visit again at Linda's so many years ago. I will never forget you. So many good memories. Rest in Peace, you will be truly missed by all. Love and hugs to Terry and Alan, and Patti, Linda, Jane, Susan and David and their families.

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