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Steven Harris Obituary
BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. — Steven J. Harris, age 67, died unexpectedly on Saturday, August 4, 2018 at 3:08 PM at Lima Memorial Health System, Lima, Ohio.
He was born on June 16, 1951 in Lima to the late Ralph and D. Elaine (McGillvary) Harris.
Steve retired from Century Link after working for 45 years as a Communications Technician. He graduated from Ada High School in 1969. He was a U.S. Army National Guard veteran who served as an Infantryman from 1969 to 1975. He moved to Bonita Springs, FL 18 years ago. He was an avid Ohio State and Cleveland Browns football fan. He loved to fish, play cards, watch football, and spend time with his family and friends. He adored his grandchildren.
Surviving are three children: Amy (Jermey) Gerber of Rockledge, FL, Tara (Rich) Hampton of Naples, FL, and Steve N. Harris of Naples, FL; four grandchildren: Kaitlyn, Elayna, Logan, and Kendall; three brothers: Daniel Harris of Bradenton, FL, Tim Harris of Ada, Randy (Vanessa) Harris of Crowley, LA; and one sister: Stacy (George) Wolber of Ada. He was married to Cathy (Brown) Harris for over 40 years.
Funeral services will begin at 11:00 AM on Saturday, August 11 at Hanson-Neely Funeral Home, Ada with Pastor Thomas Dearth officiating, military honors will be conducted by the Ada VFW Post #9381 Honor Guard. A Celebration of Life gathering and burial will be planned in Bonita Springs, FL at a later date.
Friends may call from 6:00-8:00 PM on Friday, August 10, 2018 and from 10:00-11:00 AM on Saturday at Hanson-Neely Funeral Home, Ada. Condolences may be expressed at www.hansonneely.com
Arrangements are by Hanson-Neely Funeral Home, Ada.
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Kim Edwards
August 11, 2018
I worked with Steve in Lima,Ohio.He was mild mannered and we talked about the Cleveland Browns and O.S.U. all the time. No bigger fan than Steve! Very good man. Hope to see you in Heaven someday Steve.
Jim and Jean Neiswander
August 10, 2018
So sorry to hear about Steve. He was a good friend from the old school years at Ada. Our thoughts are with you.
Luisa Ortiz
August 10, 2018
Steve I'm very sorry for you loss wish you and your family peace and comfort in this difficult time.
Kevin Coppock
August 10, 2018
So sorry for your loss. May God bless your family.
Barbara Hernandez
August 10, 2018
Steve, sorry for your loss, my prayers for you and your family.
Biz Daniel
August 9, 2018
Amy, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Rob & Peg Athanas
August 9, 2018
You are in our hearts and prayers and we are so sorry for the family's loss. We will miss the very, very special friend we had in Steve. But we know that he is enjoying his heavenly dolphin fishing.
Marcia Baxter
August 9, 2018
Prayers for all of the family and friends. He was a good father, father-in-law and grandfather.
Marcia & Mike Baxter
Wendy Wells (Loughridge)
August 8, 2018
Harris Family- very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. We have many, many fond memories growing up with your family. We'll be thinking of you all. ❤
Mabel Garcia
August 8, 2018
Steve, my most sincere and deeply condolences for you loss, extend my sympathy to your family.
Randy Villers
August 8, 2018
Steve, sorry for your loss and may peace be with you and your family during this difficult time.
Frank & Dawn Yacino
August 8, 2018
Steve, our sincere sympathy to you and your family. Memories keep everyone alive. Peace be the journey.
David Tarr
August 7, 2018
My deepest sympathies, and prayers for your loss. Steve was a great guy. Sorry to hear about his passing. We were only 5 days apart in age and shared in a lot, growing up in Ada.
Terry Ward
August 7, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to your family for your loss. We extend our prayers to give you strength for your pain and sadness.
With Love
Terry and Mike Ward
Dana Titus
August 7, 2018
May you rest easy and continue to watch over you children and grandchildren. You will be missed terribly.
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