Michael Dean Harris

Michael Dean Harris obituary

Michael Dean Harris

Michael Harris Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Paitsel Funeral Home on Nov. 20, 2025.

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Michael Dean Harris, 69 of Horse Branch, KY, formerly of New Castle, VA went to be with the Lord, Monday, November 17, 2025.

He is preceded in death by his mother Betty A. Puckett and son, Pat Campellone.

He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Debra L. Harris; daughter and son-in-law, Trish Paitsel (Samuel) Carter; son, Anthony Campellone; grandchildren, Olivia Arturo, Shawna (James) Hodges, Trey (Julie) Huffman, and Taylor (Conan) Teele, Logan, AJ, Sadie, and Toby Campellone, Autumn & Kieley Hannah; great-grandchildren, Vincent & Maribelle Arturo, Piper & Thielen Hodges, Quinton Huffman, Willow, Wrenley & Westen Teele, & Ryker Campellone; brother, Larry (Patsy) Harris; sisters, Linda (David) Davis and Brenda Gardiner; brother, Danny Harris; sister, Angela Aitken; numerous nieces, nephews, & cousins.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date to honor the life of Mike. A private burial was held at Carter Family Cemetery.

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