Gordon James HARRIS

1933 - 2020

Gordon James HARRIS obituary, 1933-2020

Gordon James HARRIS

1933 - 2020

BORN

1933

DIED

2020

Gordon HARRIS Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Oct. 19 to Oct. 22, 2020.
HARRIS, Gordon James (Hank). Born August 10, 1933. Passed away on October 18, 2020. A chance meeting in the 1960s led to 48 years of marriage with a man who could not have been a better husband, father and stepfather. He will be so missed by his daughter Sinead, stepson Patrick and the wife he always called Little One. Hank Harris was a superb family doctor, a history fanatic, a lover of fine food and an exemplary human being. At last released from what he called his Galaxy of pain but those he left behind still rage against the dying of a very special light.

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November 2, 2020

To Jean, Patrick, Seamus & Sinead. Our deepest sympathy on the passing of our cousin Gordon (Hank). Our thoughts are with you all at this time.


Catherine (Dunedin), Peter & Russell (Wellington), Raymund (London).

Rasik Patel

October 23, 2020

I was saddened to hear of the recent passing of Hank . I first met Hank and his dear wife Jean during our association with The Southcare Medical Centre.
He was a good Doctor , and exceptionally easy to get on with.
The one important consolation for us all, is that Hank lived to a very good age and is now at rest in eternal Peace.
Rasik Patel

Rasik Patel

October 23, 2020

I was saddened to hear of the recent passing of Hank . I first met Hank and his dear wife Jean during our association with The Southcare Medical Centre.
He was a good Doctor , and exceptionally easy to get on with.
The one important consolation for us all, is that Hank lived to a very good age and is now at rest in eternal Peace.
Rasik Patel

Mike Champion

October 23, 2020

Condolences to the Harris family. Sorry to hear Gordon has passed. He was always friendly, and a good neighbour in the short time I knew him.
Mike

October 22, 2020

To Jean and the Harris Family,
I was sad to read the Death notice for Hank. Much water has flown under the bridge since my late husband Harry and myself met him. The David Kelly Murray Bishop group and such fun was had. Hank was always a gentlemen, and that is how I remember him. but also such a sense of fun. I know what it is like and feel for you. Very kindest thoughts.
Norma Willis

Syd Choy

October 22, 2020

Thinking of you all at this sad time
Our condolonces
Syd and Jill choy

Dawn Clegg-Longone

October 22, 2020

Hank touched so many lives, including mine & Valerio's.
My enduring memory is of his kindness.
He will be greatly missed.
My deepest condolences to Jean & family at this sad and difficult time. Arohunui, Kia kaha, Dawn

October 20, 2020

HARRIS, Gordon James (Hank). Born August 10, 1933. Passed away on October 18, 2020. A great father. Sociable, kind and tolerant. An enthusiastic storyteller and listener who took great joy from his family's interests and activities. His excitement at sharing new discoveries never waned, whether an anecdote encountered in his extensive reading or a drink enjoyed in a historical pub found on his travels. A fantastic man who will be greatly missed. Sinead

October 19, 2020

HARRIS, Gordon James (Hank). Hank died 5am, 18 October 2020. Unfortunately no family members were with him at the time. I was lucky enough to be brought up by him. He never spoke maliciously about anyone, and was always positive. His last two weeks were full of pain. Life is a tragedy inflicted on the unborn. Patrick.

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