Edith Maria Harris
1942 - 2026
Edith Maria Harris
1942 - 2026
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BORN
1942
DIED
2026
Edith Harris Obituary
She was born on April 21, 1942, in Rotterdam, Holland. Edith was known for her kind heart, quiet strength, and deep love for her family. Her favorite sayings, "It is what it is" and "Really now" will be fondly remembered by all who knew her.
She is survived by her husband, Kennith Harris; her daughter, Jennifer Gaines and son-in-law, Nic Gaines; her son, Andrew Harris and daughter-in-law, Laura Harris; and her grandchildren, Paden Gaines and Charlotte Harris.
To honor her wishes, a service will not be held. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice of Wichita Falls.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Gayle Lenart
January 11, 2026
I was blessed to get to know Edith. It was wonderful to work and learn from such a special lady. She was so wise and kind. My prayers for God´s peace and comfort for her family at such a difficult time.
Nel Roelse & Elina Schipper
January 11, 2026
Dear Edith,
What a great loss for everyone now that you are no longer here...
Such a strong, positive woman with a sense of humor, right up to the end. What a beautiful friendship we had for almost 60 years!
In the photos in your beloved Rotterdam, together with us. And the photo of us (four friends) in Spain.
You'll be in our hearts forever!
Love, Nel, Etienne, Elina, Gino and Romano
Joanna Hagemann
January 9, 2026
Our family got really lucky when Edith came into the family. I personally was in awe of her, especially her fashion sense, and her strength and courage to make this journey. She left her home and family to come to live in Texas (culture shock!) and made a great life with my cousin Kennith. My heart goes out to Kennith and family for the loss of a great wife, mother, and human being.
Esther Piekaar
January 9, 2026
In loving memory of Edith. This moment with you will always stay in my heart.
Wishing strength and support to her family.
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Cathy Goolsby
January 7, 2026
Prayers for family, she was a sweet lady , alwsys loved talking to her.
Misti Moser
January 7, 2026
To the mom that helped raise me, grounded me as I was her own in Hollandese when Jennifer and I did something wrong, and loved me something fierce ... you will live in our hearts forever. You will be the best guardian angel. Love you all
Don and Judy Morris
January 7, 2026
We loved Edith. We send our condolences to her family.
Jan Bennet
January 7, 2026
Edith Harris was a woman to be respected. She was intelligent, beautiful, fun, loving, determined, and sophisticated. When my family first met Edith, there were some serious communication issues. She was multilingual, and we spoke only one language - Texan (with a slow, southern drawl). She never really lost her accent, and we didn´t, either.
If you wanted to see Edith´s lovely smile, you would simply ask about her kids and grandkids. She was so proud of you! She loved you fiercely! Speaking of love... The possibility of a young country boy from Texas to meet and marry a sophisticated woman from Holland seems statistically unlikely, if not impossible. Well, Kenneth fell hard. Like I said, Edith was impressive! They only needed one marriage, and it was easy to see that they were serious about their vows.
Most people would agree that it is awful to lose the love of your life, so I will be praying for Ken and for the rest of the Harris family. They have suffered a great loss. We have, too.
Jan Bennett
Ria Overdevest
January 7, 2026
Edith will always stay in my mind as a very special lady kind and wise. We had a long friendship almost 60 years
Edith I will never forget you
R.I.P. love Ria
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