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for Eli Harris
Iona Williams
September 13, 2007
To Mildred, Gary and entire family-To know Eli, I stress,was to love him. My prayer is that God will continue to bless your mind because precious memories are certain items you never forget. You will remain in my prayers.
William Lewis
September 13, 2007
To the Harris Family our prayers our with you during this difficult time. We understand your pain as we have lost our mother Tommie Lee Grant, first cousin to Uncle Eli in July 2007 as well as two other family memebers over this summer, thank you for you prayers during our time of loss and we extend that same support and prayers back to you in your time of need.
The Grant and Lindsay families of East Chicago, Indiana
Eric & Cynthia Newman
September 11, 2007
To Gary, Joy & Family,
Our hearts go out to you and your family in the loss of your father.We are thinking of and praying for you.
Che Wright
September 11, 2007
Mildred, Gary & Family,
My heart goes out to you and your family with the loss of your beloved husband and father.
Eli was one of my biggest supporters during my tenure with the Steelheads. He always gave words of encouragement in spite of the outcome. He will be missed by all who knew him. May God grant you peace in the days ahead...
Derenda (Braden) Joiner
September 11, 2007
Mrs. Harris, Gary and Turner's:
My heart goes out to all of you during this time. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers for strength and peace of heart. I will never forget the laughter of Mr. Harris, and his kind smile whenever I saw him.
Maurice Yancy
September 11, 2007
To Mildred and the Harris Family;May GOD's promise strengten you during this difficult time. I did not Eli, but Mildred is a classmate from maybe 60 + years ago, and she always shows class. With Class Love, Maurice Yancy/Rudeen Cross
Shelly Wiley
September 11, 2007
Gary & Family,
May God be your strength during this very difficult time. You are in my prayers.
WILLIE & ANNA JACKSON
September 10, 2007
MILDRED AND GARY,MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU,AND FOREVER CHERISH THE MEMORIES OF YOUR HUSBAND AND FATHER.
Monique Braden
September 10, 2007
To the Harris/Turner Family,
My deepest sympathy to all, but know that it is well with the Lord.
Growing up, close to a family sometimes I thought was my own, leaves a memory of a wonderful person that cared so deeply for his family.
He was like a father to most of us, and he will be truly missed.
Monique(Nikki)Braden
JOHN AND LAURA GORE
September 10, 2007
MILDRED HARRIS AND FAMILY,
PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS AS YOU GO THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Mary Clay
September 10, 2007
Dear Mildred and Family:
May it comfort you to remember the wonderful love that was shared with the family. May God bless you.
Mary Clay (SS Monica/Luke)
Carol Hunter
September 10, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Chief Angelo Machuca Jr.
September 10, 2007
Harris Family,
As the Chief of Police for one of the finest Police Departments, East Chicago, may I extend my sincere condolences to you. Eventhough Eli was retired prior to my employment, Eli always spoke highly of me and my family. Eli will be greatly missed. May his eternal soul rest in peace with our creator. Amen.
Grant & Ebony Turner
September 10, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tamiko Harris - Ryan & Family
September 10, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Avis Rogers-Dumas
September 10, 2007
Mildred & Gary:
May God strengthen you and comfort you in this, your time of need.
Avis & Brice
Ralph Brown
September 10, 2007
Gary,
One day in Little League practice Eli worked with me the entire evening teaching me how to throw strikes. I got a taste of what you've had your entire life. Eli cheered and supported all of us. I will always remember your dad!
Much Love Gary! My prayers are with you and your family.
Ralph
Beverly Singleton Smith
September 10, 2007
To Gary Harris and Family,
My prayers and sympathy are with you and your family during your time of berevement.
Lynn Dawkins
September 10, 2007
Mrs. Harris, Gary, Joy and the entire Harris family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God's peace and His love comfort you.
Love,
Lynn Dawkins & Jalen
Portia Easley-Hoyle
September 10, 2007
To Mildred and the entire Harris/Turner Family: May God bless each and everyone of you during this difficult time. God Makes No Mistakes and he had plucked another beautiful flower for his garden.
Philip Pulliam
September 10, 2007
Mrs. Harris, Gary and Joy,
Please accept my deepest sympathies on behalf of the Pulliam family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jimmy, Marcia, Zakarie & Tayah Irvin
September 9, 2007
The Harris Family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. May comfort come in knowing he has been called home to be with Our Heavenly Father. We will continue to keep you all in our prayers.
Linda Harris-Webb, Holy Angels
September 9, 2007
To The Harris family,
May God bless each of you and keep you all in His care.
Love, Larry B. and Linda Webb
Jean V. Harris, Holy Angeles
September 9, 2007
Dear Mildred and family,
Our prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Love, Jean V. Harris and family
THE LLOYD FAMILY
September 9, 2007
YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY.
Chris Murray
September 9, 2007
To Mildred and Gary,
I send my deepest condolensces for your loss. May God be with you both and the rest of the Harris family during this difficult time. You are in my prayers. Love you both.
Your neighbor,
Chris Murray
Felicia Pulliam-Bradley
September 9, 2007
To The Harris Family,
I am sorry to hear about Mr. Harris. May you find comfort in your memories and strength in the companionship of those who share your loss. God Bless.
Stanley, Susan, Sydney and Sarah Peterson
September 9, 2007
Dearest Harris Family,
We are thinking of you in your sorrow and wishing you strength in the days ahead. With love, your friends and neighbors,
Ted and Carolyn Jackson
September 8, 2007
Dear Mildred and family,
Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.
Gloriadean Cockrell-Russell
September 8, 2007
To The Harris & Turner Families,
My prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless you and give you comfort.
Joseph L Griffin lll
September 8, 2007
To the family of Eli Harris
May God bless you and strenghten you ,,
Karen Goode-Jenkins
September 8, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Loretta Brown
September 8, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Patricia Fointno-Dawson
September 8, 2007
My deepest condolences to the Harris Family. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Peace and blessings, always
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