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Harrison, Joel H., 76, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at the Hope Health Hospice Hulitar Center in Providence. He was the beloved father of Analeah Harrison. Born in Providence, he was a son of John and Marion (Uffer) Harrison, he had lived in Warwick for forty-five years, previously living in Philadelphia, PA and Boston, MA. Joel briefly served in the Army during Viet Nam. Dr. Harrison was a member of the American (and Rhode Island) Association of Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery, he opened his own practice, Joel H. Harrison, DMD Ltd. Oral Surgery, in 1979; he was dedicated to his community and clients until well after his retirement in 2023. He was a member of the Aurora Civic Association, an Italian American club in Providence.
Aside from his loving daughter, he is survived by his brothers and their spouses: Barry (Neil) Harrison of Palm Desert, CA, and Harold (Claire) Harrison of White Plains, NY.
He was predeceased by his son, Andrew E. Harrison.
Funeral services will be held Friday, August 2, at 10:30 a.m. in SHALOM MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1100 New London Ave., Cranston. Shiva will be observed in private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Hasbro Children's Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital Foundation, Development Office, PO Box H, Providence, RI 02901.
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Frank Howarth
February 6, 2025
Joel and I went to Classical HS in Providence - 4 years. During those years we were on the Traffic Squad together........ being sure students we up the UP staircase and down the DOWN staircase. Occasionally we would help Mr. Correnti and deliver books to various classes. That was lots of fun.
Joel was such a better student than I. He had the aptitude for science which I never acquired. I was a history, literature and drama person and the Periodic Table always was a mystery I could not solve.
He was such a nice person. Even though I really was a kid from the "wrong side of the tracks" he treated me always as a compadre (buddy). And we double dated several times - once IN a snowstorm - I thought he might be putting the family car in jeopardy - Also great fun.
While high school was a bit of a trial, Joel made it bearable foe me.
Over the last few years, we re-connected and had some splendid conversation.
I shall never forget this wonderful friend !
anne phillips
August 28, 2024
I´m so sad and shocked to learn that Andrew died at such a young age
Stephen saroka
August 3, 2024
I knew Dr Harrison from the bagel express in cranston..we used to sit together and talk..he was a very kind and gentle man..he always had something nice to say..he was a man of great faith..he would tell me about his sickness but never complained..I will miss you my friend...rest in peace
Jackie Roberton
August 3, 2024
He took care of both my daughter's wisdom teeth he made them feel so comfortable he was funny always made me laugh..he will be missed
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Melvin hanzel Dmd
August 2, 2024
I met Joel at BCH in 1976 when he was a resident. He let me remove my first wisdom tooth while I was at thst rotstion. I also discovered that he had lived on the next street from me during our childhoofd
Ron Morton
August 2, 2024
Joel was an amazing source of information and inspiration for me. I always left his presence with a renewed sense of purpose and a clearer direction. He has been a tremendous life coach for me and if we all took his advice and example the world would be a better place. I will miss him a lot
Laura Ferrara
August 1, 2024
Coming to ov's Restaurant at 489 Allen's avenue, Providence, R.I. and being his & sandy and his daughters waitress
Ellen Tragar
August 1, 2024
Barry,
I am so sorry to read of your brothers passing. Sending love and care to you and your family. Always,Ellen Tragar
Bill,Kara and Nicholas Parrillo
August 1, 2024
Dr Harrison was one of the most kind caring and compassionate people I've ever met. He truly was a faithful man of God and will be deeply missed by our whole family. Our sincerest condolences go out to Doc's family and friends
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