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Dr. Catherine Harris Obituary
She attended school at Lourdes Central in Nebraska City and graduated with the class of 1971. She then attended Creighton University and graduated in 1975. She continued her education at Creighton School of Medicine and graduated in 1979. She furthered her professional growth with internship and residency in family practice in Omaha and different locations throughout the United States. She settled in Michigan with a private practice in Family Medicine and currently worked at WMH Community Care Clinic-Kinross.
Cathy was a life long learner to advance her work as a physician. She attended many conferences to provide better healthcare to her patients. She had traveled to the Dominican Republic two times to provide medical support.
Cathy enjoyed reading, hiking, tennis, bicycling and canoeing. She provided support to family, friends and neighbors through her actions of fellowship and compassion. She was devoted to the care of her mom and dad. She was a member of Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church in Paradise, MI.
Cathy was preceded in death by her parents Leonard and Lois Harris.
She is survived by a sister Julie Elvers and husband Craig of Elkhorn, NE, brothers: Tom Harris and wife Shelli of Omaha, NE and Bill Harris and wife Noreen of Nebr. City; friends that became family: Mari McKinlay and her daughter, Julia Flores of Kalamazoo, MI; nephews: Curtis Elvers (Brittany), Brian Harris (Rachel), Matthew Harris (Megan) and Jeffrey Harris; nieces: Carolyn Navarro (Carlos), Caitlin Harris and Christine Harris; great-nephews: Parker Harris, Wesley Elvers and Leonel Navarro; great-nieces: Viviana Navarro and Zoey Harris; aunts: Sharlette Wadsworth of Nehawka, NE, Mary Ann Hartley of Omaha, NE and Jean Harris of Eugene, OR; other family and friends.
Funeral Services will be held Friday, March 29 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Nebr. City; burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 6-7 p.m. Thursday, March 28 at Gude Mortuary in Nebraska City followed by a Rosary at 7 p.m.
Memorials may be given to Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church in Paradise, MI.
Condolences may be left at www.gudefuneralhomes.com.
Gude Mortuary in Nebr. City is in charge of arrangements.
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June 6, 2019
My Mom Bernice Schneider was a friend of Cathy's through their mutual friend Rick Falconer. Mom has many fond memories of Cathy and her kind and generous friendship and support. She will be missed.
April 9, 2019
I am so sad to learn of the passing of Dr Harris. I worked with her at Kinross Community Care. She was a wonderful caring person. My sincere sympathy to her family.
Kay Schwab
Sue S
April 5, 2019
So sorry to learn of the passing of Dr Harris. When I needed medical assistance in Kinross she was compassionate, caring and efficient. The community will miss her. Heaven has gained an angel!
Jackie F
March 30, 2019
I worked with Dr. Harris at the Walk in Clinic in Kincheloe, MI. the first years after it opened. I am truly sorry to hear of her passing. The medical profession and the community has lost a devoted and caring physician. My condolences to her family & friends.
judy Smith
March 28, 2019
So sorry to hear of Cathy's passing. i enjoyed doing both her and her mother's hair over the last 20 some years. She was a very gifted and giving friend. Prayers and Blessings to those who will miss her.
Glen Perkola
March 27, 2019
A great Doctor who will be missed by our community in Kincheloe Mi. Prayers sent to the family of Doctor Harris.
March 27, 2019
May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn," strengthen you during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2. May you hold love and treasured memories close to your heart. God has heard your prayers and has seen your tears (2Kings 20:5). Offering my deepest condolences.
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