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for Robert Harris
Jennifer Evans
May 16, 2008
To The Family of Robert L. Harris,
I would like to express my sincere condolences for your lost. Rev Harris was truly a man of God. I will miss him, especially all the times he made sure I worked in the church.
I can remember the time Rev Harris cornered me and said Jennifer when are you going to start working in the church? I asked Rev. Harris what he wanted me to do. As a man of God, he said it is not what I want you to do, its what God wants you to do, but I do have a project for you. I want you to read the announcements every Sunday. I should have never opened my big mouth. The first time I read the announcements I was so nervous, I read them extremely fast. Rev Harris told me I read them too fast and the next time he was going to make me read them over. I got better and better because I didn’t want to disappoint Rev Harris nor have to read them over.
Rev Harris continuously had projects for me up until I moved to Houston, TX, and then he was determined to make me work from Houston. I can never forget him!
I can remember when I was in the hospital for my lung, Rev Harris was my first visitor. I was so surprised because most ministers are too busy to visit the sick and shut in, not Rev. Harris.
We even visited when he came to Houston for the Baptist Convention. I thank God for him being in my life. Rev Harris, you have truly earned your key to heaven. Enjoy and I will see you soon!!
Jennifer
Fae Clinton
May 15, 2008
Eddie,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss.
We did not meet personally. I saw you at the Pastor's and wife anniversary every year. I am a member of Tabernacle and a member of Pastor's Homiletics class where I was pursuing a PHD degree. I truly LOVE Rev. Harris. He was more than just a teacher was or pastor, I adopted him as my dad, brother, and my Best friend. I could talk to him about anything. I loved his sense of humor, compassion, and sensitivity.
Eddie, I know what it feels like to loose both parents. I will continue to keep you in my prayers and my thoughts
Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Dai Strong
May 15, 2008
To Eddie:
Please know that you remain in my thoughts and prayers throughout this difficult time. May the Lord guide you and give you strength.
Erika Howard
May 15, 2008
My deepest condolences to the family. Pastor Harris will be greatly missed. I grew up knowing him to be a great man of God. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Josephine Jones
May 15, 2008
It has been a blessing to be under the spititual guidance of Rev. Robert L. Harris for over 30 years. He was more than just a pastor, he was a friend and counselor in whom I could confide in. Pastor, we will continue to learn from your teachings and grow as we read and study the word. We love You and will keep you near and dear to our hearts!
Josephine Jones & Family~
Usher Board #2
Carrie Griffin
May 14, 2008
Our prayers and thoughts are with the Harris family. We are truly going to miss pastor Harris laughter, smile,hugs and his saying"amen lights." We thank GOD the time we spent with him.
GOD Bless,
Campbell and Griffin famliy
Moses & Paulette Holmes
May 14, 2008
We were Blessed to have had Rev. Harris to marry us and embrace our family. Our deepest sympathies are extended to his relatives, friends, and the Tabernacle family. We will cherish his memory.
Debra Christian-Mason
May 14, 2008
To the Harris family, you have my deepest sympathy, Pastor Harris will never be forgotten.
Georgia Harrington
May 14, 2008
Pastor Harris you will be missed.
Maurice Hunt
May 14, 2008
To the family of Pastor Harris,
He will be missed by many. It was an honor to have known him.
Maurice & Liz Hunt
DeVarrio Bass
May 14, 2008
Rev.Harris you will truly be missed. As I think of your impact on my life, I can still see that infectious smile and hear that laugh that we have all come to love and look forward to hearing. Your sense of humor was unmatched.You baptized me as a child, taught me as a kid, encouraged me as a young adult and married me in a private ceremony as a man. I can't remember NOT knowing you and you will truly be missed by my wife, kids and me. Thanks you for being a part of my life.
Marzell Payne
May 13, 2008
I am the brother of Debra Payne Bell who is a member of the church were Rev Harris was Pastor. I am extremely sorry to hear about the passing of Rev. Harris whom I here was a dedicated Pastor who visited his members and alway encouaged them to do the will of God. My prayers and sympathy goes out to the family and church members of Rev. Harris. May God conforted the family of Rev. Harris and his church family in the time of sorrow.
Delisa Bond
May 13, 2008
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Pastor Harris. Whenever and wherever he would see me I was addressed as his "friend". In attendance of one of Tabernacle's events I reminded Pastor Harris of something he had taught and I had learned when he was my instructor at the Milwaukee Theological Institute in 1990 and he laughed and said, "I can't believe you remember that". Many have been enriched by the wisdom and teachings of this man. My prayers are with the family for as we know it was never intended for us to get use to death however we are to prepare for it. I believe Pastor Harris was prepared and now rests as he has transitioned from labor to reward. God Bless You All.
Debra Lawson
May 13, 2008
Blessed are the Saints who die in the Lord... To Eddie and the entire Harris family; our thoughts and prayers are with you. Pastor was our teacher.He taught us many life lessons. He blessed our babies,baptized our children,married us,prayed for our sick and eulogized our loved ones.He was our leader,our father and friend. He will forever live on in our hearts and minds. His love and dedication to our church and the Youth of our church was awesome.His wisdom and sense of humor will greatly be missed. We already miss his preaching and teaching! Everytime I stood to sing he would encourage me with "sing baby".I can hear him singing "I am a living testimony and when I see Jesus,Amen". I know it is Well with his soul as he went home to be with the Lord.Our Pastor will me missed, and never forgotten!
DORA JOHNSON
May 13, 2008
TO EDDIE and family my heart goes out to you all REV. HARRIS was a man of god you could see it in his face on SUNDAY but like DOVE that flys into the sky no more pains,no more suffering ,no more sleepless night, but oh how he want to see JESUS
Toby Houston and Family
May 13, 2008
To Eddie, the entire Harris Family and my dear friends and family at Tabernacle. It is with deep sadness that I write to you. Pastor Harris will be one that will never be forgotten. I remember when he christened Akira almost 27 years ago and how joyous we all were. Family just know that you have lost the man but his work will live on. I know your hearts are saddened now but just remember we will see him again one day in glory. Be blessed family as I continue to lift you up in prayer in this your hour of berevment.
MINNIE BRADFORD
May 13, 2008
TO: Eddie, and the Harris Family, "In Loving memory of a wonderful man, who we also considered our father, pastor, friend; and advisor when we experienced wobbly times in our lives. We will love Pastor forever, and will miss him always". Peace and Blessings to your entire family.
Love,
Minnie Bradford and Robin
Bobbie Belin
May 13, 2008
To The Harris Family and Tabernacle Church family we express our deepest sympathy and will keep you in our prayers.
Pastor Harris was special to us because he performed our wedding
27 years ago. (Amen Lights)
With deepest sympathy from Greg and Bobbie Belin of Madison, Wis.
Bobbie J. Webster Walls & Family
May 13, 2008
Eddie, Other Relatives, Tabernacle Church Family:
Our family shares your sorrow at this time as Pastor Harris has been a source of comfort for so many and for so many years, be it retributed to each of you at this time. He was our friend. Now, we extend our love, sympathy. and contined prayer.
Anthony & LaKesha Johnson
May 13, 2008
To the Harris family: Words cannot heal the pain of losing someone so near and dear to so many hearts. May God give you the strength to overcome the pain. Please remember through every storm there is a rainbow at the other side and God will always be right there. “I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.” John 14:18 Please know that our deepest thoughts and prayers are always with you. May Rev. Harris’s legacy will live on forever. “The memory of the righteous will be a blessing” Proverbs 10:7
Debra Bell
May 13, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Sharon McMurray
May 13, 2008
To the Harris Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you as we give thanks for the Life and Pastorship of Pastor Harris. God in his infinite wisdom said servant come hither to me.
Anotha & Daisy Burt
May 13, 2008
To Eddie and the entire Tabernacle & Harris family. Although at times like this there is so little words can say , but we are praying and trusting that God will see you through this time of the loss of your dad, your brother and your pastor, May your faith in God surround you with the comfort found within his lasting love, Eddie may you sense the Lord,s loving presence today and know that he is keeping you close to his heart assuring you of his tender care, and covering you with his grace.
"The Lord is my shepherd thy rod and thy staff they comfort me" Psalm 23:1
Tabernacle church & Harris family may your faith in God surround you with the comfort found in his love. May you find peace in knowing that death is not the end and that Dr. Robert L. Harris is resting with Jesus. I know that he will be truly missed.
"I am with you always even unto the end of the world" Matthew 28:20
You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill & Ty Hobbs
May 12, 2008
To the Harris Family our thoughts and prayers are with you. Know that Pastor Harris is in a better place. Harris We pray that the lord will comfort you in your time of need.
Rev. Gerald Wilcoxon
May 12, 2008
To the Rev. Robert L. Harris Family,
On behalf of the Mt. Sinai family we extend to you our deepest sympathy. Please remember that Jesus promised never to leave us nor forsake us. He promised to give us that peace that surpasses all understanding and not leave us comfortless. Hold on to God’s unchanging hand and he will help you to stand during this sad hour. Weeping may endure for a night but Joy will come in the morning. I shall never forget Pastor Harris as my instructor at Milwaukee Theological Institute. He was instrumental in shaping and molding the minister I am today. I shall miss his words of wit and his thorough understanding of theological truth. I truly thank God for having known him.
May God bless and keep you,
Pastor Gerald Wilcoxon
Mt Sinai Baptist Church – North Chicago, IL
May 12, 2008
To Eddie and family: Our prayers are truly with you. We share in your time of sorrow. Pastor was more than just a pastor to us. He was like a father and our confidant. Pastor was always there when we needed him. I can picture him now sitting in the pulpit getting happy waving his hands when the choir would sing "It is well with my soul". We all know our pastor fought a good fight and run a good race. May we all have a peace of mind knowing on May 7, 2008 God called a special, loving , caring, person to a home where there is no more pain and suffering. We will continue to prayer for you and our church family.
Love Barbara & Kyle Crawford (Milwaukee, WI)
May 12, 2008
To Eddie and family: Our prayers are truly with you. We share in your time of sorrow. Pastor was more than just a pastor to us. He was like a father and a confidant. Pastor was always there when we needed him. I can picture him now sitting in the pulpit getting happy waving his hands when the choir would sing "It is well with my soul". We all know our pastor fought a good fight and run a good race. May we all have a peace of mind knowing on May 7, 2008 God called a special, loving , caring, person to a home where there is no more pain and suffering. We will continue to prayer for you and our church family.
Love Barbara & Kyle Crawford (Milwaukee, WI)
May 12, 2008
To Eddie and family: Our prayers are truly with you. We share in your time of sorrow. Pastor was more than just a pastor to us. He was like a father and confidant. Pastor was always there when we needed him. I can picture him now sitting in the pulpit getting happy waving his hands when the choir would sing "It is well with my soul". We all know our pastor fought a good fight and run a good race. May we all have a peace of mind knowing on May 7, 2008 God called a special, loving , caring, person to a home where there is no more pain and suffering. We will continue to prayer for you and our church family.
Love Barbara & Kyle Crawford (Milwaukee, WI)
May 12, 2008
To Eddie and family: Our prayers are truly with you. We share in your time of sorrow. Pastor was more than just a pastor to us. He was like a father and confidant. Pastor was always there when we needed him. I can picture him now sitting in the pulpit getting happy waving his hands when the choir would sing "It is well with my soul". We all know our pastor fought a good fight and run a good race. May we all have a peace of mind knowing on May 7, 2008 God called a special, loving , caring, person to a home where there is no more pain and suffering. We will continue to prayer for you and our church family.
Love Barbara & Kyle Crawford
Latasha Henry
May 12, 2008
Pastor Harris, You were a great spiritual leader and a counselor to all. We thank you for your spirtual guidance. You have made a significant impact in my life. You were there with me for two important events, my baptism and wedding. I thank you for all of your words of encouragement and inspiration. You will forever remain in my heart.
Rev. and Mrs. Bruce E Linwood Sr.
May 12, 2008
To entire harris family my prayer is that the lord will comfort you and give you the strength that you need in your time of sorrow. However Dr. Harris was a great man of God and I say that because he was my first teacher at The Milwaukee Theologal institute and he taught me everything I know today and more. Jesus said I will never leave comfortless but I send you a comforter of the Holy Spirit.
Katherine Strong
May 12, 2008
REV. HARRIS, YOU HAVE ALWAYS AND WILL CONTINUE TO BE SOMEONE VERY SPECIAL IN MY LIFE.WHEN YOU GET TO THOSE GATES THE LORD WILL BE WAITING TO SAY "JOB WELL DONE'.
GLADYS & DARVIN MCKNIGHT
May 12, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Nettie Sims
May 12, 2008
To the Family of Pastor Harris: Beloved Eddie, Sisters and Brothers and other relatives. It is with deep sadness that I write this message. Pastor was more than just a Pastor to me, he was my friend, my confidant and spiritual leader. I could talk to him about anything. He has helped me and my family through many crises and continued to support me with advice and prayer. I always told him that whenever he had an anniversary, so did I because I joined Tabernacle under his leadership September 1977. He often told us that he knew that we were hurting when loved ones passed away, but not to stay home -come to church because you could cry at church as well as home. I'm doing some of my crying now as I write this message as I will TRULY MISS HIM. He was an inspiration to all of us and has been our anchor for so many years. He saw a vision years ago and it is outlined in our church motto. We must now continue the growth of our church and be a comforter to each other. Love & Symphaty.
Britney Morrow
May 12, 2008
Pastor Harris you will truly be missed. You have been such an inspiration in my life and many other youth that were raised in Tabernacle. I can hear you now singing "When I see Jesus Amen" Praise the Lord and thank God you can finally see his face. Truly you have earned your heavenly reward. I love you and I thank God for the influence you have had on my life and my entire family.
Johnell & Shirley Sharp & Family
May 12, 2008
Pastor Harris: We love you and will miss your presence; however as you have said many times God is still good. Our prayers are with your family.
Rev. Charles, Paulette Nichols & Family
May 12, 2008
To Eddie and the entire family of Dr. Robert L. Harris, words can not express the loss that we share with you. He was our leader, our father and the one we new that never stopped praying for us and encouraging us at our most difficult hour, inspite of the storms he was encountering, he was there for us. On many Sundays after someone had passed on, Pastor would announce that "Death angel has invaded our camp", well, he has most certainly invaded ours.
Please be encouraged, knowing that there was so many lives our Pastor touched.
May the peace of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ be with you through this most difficult time, we love you.
DEBORAH AND AREISA FELTS
May 12, 2008
We love our Pastor with all our heart and miss him deeply.My daughter Areisa would like you to know that he was more than her Pastor ,he was a father to her.We will never forget going home with him to his family reunion and you welcomed us with opened arms.Try to stay strong and if there is anything we can do for you do not hesitate to let us know. LOVE ALWAYS YOUR EXTENDED FAMILY
Sirena Cummings-Bridges
May 12, 2008
Pastor Harris-You will be missed greatly....It was because of you...that has made me what I am. You have been a blessing to me and my family. Rest and Peace and May God embrace you when you enter the gates.
felicia cummings-simmons
May 12, 2008
I will keep Tabernacle Community Baptist Church in my prayers.
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