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Rebecca Delphine Greene Harris
1947 - 2022
Rebecca Delphine Greene Harris
1947 - 2022
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BORN
1947
DIED
2022
Rebecca Greene Harris Obituary
On Sunday, January 2, 2022, our Heavenly Father dispatched his angels for our beloved, Rebecca D. Harris, of Church Road, VA to eternal peace and rest.
Rebecca Harris was born on June 8, 1947 to the late Hoover M. Greene, Sr. and Sarah G. Hernandez. She accepted Christ at an early age at Marmora Baptist Church. She was a faithful member and Deacon at Mt. Zion Baptist Church alongside her husband and children.
She was a graduate of Southside High School Class of 1966 and later attended Richard Bland College.
Prior to her declining health, she was employed at Southside Virginia Training Center, a faithful member of The Jolly Sunshine Adult Group and a former member of the Poplar Grove Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. Her hobbies included various crafts, sewing and raising her large array of African Violets. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her father, Hoover Maclin Greene, Sr.; mother, Sarah Greene Hernandez; sister, Shirley A. Goodwyn; grandparents, Laura & Waverly Greene and Samuel & Rebecca Green; father and mother in law, Linwood & Willie Mae Harris, Sr.
Rebecca is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 55 years, Deacon Linwood Harris, Jr.; daughter, Dana H. Sanders of Dinwiddie; son, Deon Harris (Lunita) of Petersburg; grandchildren, Jasmine Sanders (Ryan) of Simpsonville, South Carolina, Deontae Harris of Colonial Heights and ShaQuan Harris of Fayetteville, North Carolina; great grandchildren, Josiah N. Harris, Ryan Harris, Jr., Jordyn Sanders, Zyan Harris, and Josiah K. Harris; sisters, Deacon Barbara Pegram (Edward) and Maxine Allen (Carl); brothers, Hoover Greene, Jr., Waverly Greene (Jaye) and Keith Greene (Edith); aunts, Hallie Louise Hill of Church Road and Laura Dickerson of Ettrick; devoted friends, Barbara Booker, Mary Ann Winfield, Sheila Johnson, and Goldie Evans; a large host of other relatives and friends.
Homegoing Celebration will be held on Sunday January 9, 2022 at 2 p.m. at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Ford, Virginia, with the pastor, Rev. Dr. Joseph B. Fields, Jr., officiating. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Public viewing will be held on Saturday January 8, 2022 from 12 Noon to 7 p.m. at the Petersburg Chapel.
Final Arrangements have been entrusted to the Joseph M. Johnson and Son Funeral Home, 530 S. Sycamore Street, Petersburg. 804-863-4411
Condolences can be viewed and submitted online at: www.johnsonservices.us
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Dorothy & William Walker
January 9, 2022
To Linwood and Family, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Pee-Wee . She was such a beautiful person inside and out. Always had a smile on her face. May God Wrap His Loving Arms Around Your Family and give you strength, love and peace at this difficult time ♥
Celia Branch
January 7, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nadine J Myers
January 7, 2022
My condolences to the Greene & Harris Family. Praying for God's comfort & blessings to you all.
Janice Alridge
January 7, 2022
Family, I was saddened to hear of (aunt) Pee Wee's passing. We know she'll forever be with each of you. Trust in the Lord for your strength,, and know that he has a plan for us all. Love you and stay strong.
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Tonette Howell
January 7, 2022
Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray your strength and peace in our Lord, Jesus Christ. We loved Becky and know she is at peace. Blessings and love always. Tonette Howell and Queen Anderson.
Robin Ellis
January 6, 2022
My condolences are extended to the family for the passing of your loved one. Praying that God will grant you comfort, peace and strength during this difficult time. Continue to cherish her memories and it shall bring joy to your heart.
Nancy Greene Pride
January 6, 2022
My condolences to the Harris family
Thelma Williams Thomas
January 6, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Linwood '' Skinner'' Jones , Jr
January 6, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Geraldyne Owens
January 6, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Geraldyne Owens
Tameeka Baugh
January 6, 2022
Praying that god wraps his loving arms around you and your family during this tough time; sending love & light
Angelique S. Gilliam
January 6, 2022
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. My deepest condolences
Jwatonda Greene
January 6, 2022
To the family (my family) of Mrs. Rebecca Harris,
I was saddened to learn of Pee Wee's home going. Please know that you all are in my heart, thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you and grant you all strength and peace today and in the difficult days to come.
Michele Cunningham
January 6, 2022
Our condolences to you all, and may GOD comfort you in the days and weeks to come. ~Cunningham, Gary & McDaniel family
James & Marian Richardson
January 6, 2022
Praying that God's caring, comforting presence will surround you during this time.
Horace Williams
January 6, 2022
To Linwood and the Harris family my Condolences, You and Rebecca were my classmates at SHS, you will be missed here on earth.
Nikita Taylor-Draper
January 6, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear sweet mother; sending condolences to your family.
Diane Suyes
January 6, 2022
Doug and I are so sorry for your loss. Ms. Harris was such a beautiful woman inside and out.
Anna Pegram
January 5, 2022
May God be with your family at this difficult time. I’ve known Rebecca for many years. She always greeted me with a smile and “hello my friend “. She is resting in the arms of the Lord!
ANTONIO & RUTH SURLEY
January 4, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Donita Williams
January 3, 2022
Mrs. Rebecca you always had kind and inspirational messages to get through any day.. Dana, Jasmine, Deon, and Mr.Harris I pray a prayer of comfort. I know she will be resting with the Lord.
Lisa Dowdell
January 3, 2022
Sending condolences to my friend Dana and her Father and Brother.
Edith Greene
January 2, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Mae Johnson
January 2, 2022
My deepest condolences to the entire family. Praying Dana,Deon, Mr. Harris. God will see you thru.
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