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O.L. Harris Obituary
O L Harris went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on February 15, 2018. He was born on August 14, 1935 in a small town in west Texas. He was a loving Dad, Granddaddy and Uncle. His wife Verna Harris preceded him in passing on May 24, 2014. O L was a very well respected banker, a mason, city councilman for 8 years, past President of the Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo, Life Time Vice President of Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and also served in the Army.
He is survived by his son David Harris, and his children Raegan Harris, Rachel Harris and Ryan Harris, daughter Suzan Harris and her daughter Lexie Lewis, his brother Warren Harris and his wife Janice, his brother Wayne Harris and his wife Deanna.
There will be a Memorial Service on February 28, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at Asbury United Methodist Church 5354 Space Center Blvd Pasadena, Texas 77505.
The family requests that no flowers or plants. Please make a donation to the church in his name or a donation of your choice in his name.
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Lillie Lewis
February 18, 2020
Miss you and know you & Sonny are rejoicing as besties again
Lillie & Sonny Lewis
February 17, 2019
You are missed and thought of very often especially when we need memory confirmation . We used to say call OL he knows everything sweet memories will always be in our ❤S
We have comfort knowing your resting & arranging grand entries in Heaven for all our rodeo family .
Lillie & Sonny Lewis
February 28, 2018
You will be missed by so many and will always cherish our 35 year friendship and your love for my children and grandchildren. Always amazed me that you could remember their birthdays. You leave a legendary Legacy And we all know what a difference maker you were. So happy that you and Billy Graham are going to become best friends. Your buddy Sonny of over 50 yrs will miss you and has comfort knowing you're at peace . Prayers for your loving family and many friends as we heal the loss of you.
Today we celebrate you with much love and admiration . RIP Cowboy
Deborah Lewis Purdy
February 27, 2018
RIP OL!!! I am Really going to miss U!!! You always made me laugh and was such a caring and sweet best friend to my dad for over 50 years!!!!
Love and prayers for your family!!
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John Opre
February 27, 2018
Thank you for all you did for our community. OL was a great roll model for many
February 26, 2018
"Cheerful in all weathers. Never shirked a task. Splendid behavior."
Love and miss you, Mr. Harris.
February 25, 2018
Loved you so much! Thank you for everything!
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