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Eugene Harris Obituary
Eugene "Fuzzy" Harris, age 87, beloved husband of 65 years to Patricia Judge, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, March 29 following a long illness. Born and raised in Stamford he was the son of the late Fred and Clara (Lammermann) Harris
A product of Stamford Public Schools, Fuzzy served as a 3rd class petty officer in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Edward H. Allen DE531 prior to becoming a member of the Stamford Police Dept. where he was named Policeman of the Year by the Exchange Club in 1966. He retired after 32 years of service.
Fuzzy, an avid fisherman always in search of the "big One" at his favorite place, the cottage, on Lake Bomoseen, VT. He was known as Uncle Fishy to his many nephews and nieces. He enjoyed sharing his love of the lake with family and friends. He loved to have the children there and teach them his love of fishing and watch them enjoy many activities and fun in the area. Fuzzy was a talented craftsman. Anything from home remodels to custom furniture to carving fish, his talent was limitless.
In addition to his parents Fuzzy was predeceased by his in-laws Dorothy and Alfred Judge, his brother Fredrick Harris, sisters Vivian LoBuglio, Dolores Harvey, Shirley Laxton along with brothers in law James V. Judge and Alfred L. Judge Jr.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son Michael Harris and wife Tina of Prospect, daughter Kimberly Maloney and husband John of Stamford, grandchildren Jennifer and fiancé Jason, Staci Harris, Patrick. Samantha and John Jr. Maloney as well as brothers Richard and wife Betty and Roger of Tennessee, Sister Sandy Galliford of Bethel, brothers-in-law Edward Judge and wife Mary of Stamford, Charles and wife Tina of Trumbull, sisters-in-law Mary M. Judge and Diane M. Judge of Stamford. He also he leaves behind his many nieces, nephews, friends, neighbors and fishing buddies.
The family will receive friends from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 2 at the Thomas M. Gallagher Funeral Home, 104 Myrtle Ave., Stamford, CT (203)-359-9999. A reception and celebration of life will take place this summer at Lake Bomoseen at a date to be determined.
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Alan Shaw
April 7, 2022
Pat and family, I was sorry to hear of Fuzzy's passing. I remember him well from the day I started in 1989. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Bill and Pam Romaniello
April 5, 2022
Roger and the Harris Famiy
So sorry to her of your brother's passing. May all the memories you have of him help you through this most difficult of times. RIP
Stephen F DeVito
April 3, 2022
Sorry to hear of Fuzzy's passing. I have fond memories of the many ears we served together at SPD. Praying for him and his family as you mourn your loss, May he rest in peace.
Steve DeVito, SPD Retired
Ann Ferris
April 2, 2022
My condolences to the Harris Family. "Fuzzy" was a great neighbor. Ann Ferris
Nancy Ellis
April 2, 2022
The Harris Family, May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Bob Latosh
April 1, 2022
To The Harris Family;
I am very sorry to hear of Fuzzy passing. He was a trusted and knowledgeable police officer and was great to work with. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Thomas Lombardo
April 1, 2022
Dear Pat & Family
So sorry to learn of Fuzzy's passing. He was a dedicated member of the Department, well versed in police operations and a pleasure to work with. A gentleman and a caring individual
Jane Aikler
March 31, 2022
Pat and family, so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you, and your family.
Eddie Melfi Sr..
March 31, 2022
Fuzzy was a real Police Officer and talted at that.. Fuzzy was a great man.. Rest in Peace ..
Betty Arancia Vitti
March 31, 2022
Pat, I was so sorry to read about Fuzzy's passing. May he rest in peace now that he is not suffering any more. I will keep you both in my prayers.
Margaret & Gil Nadeau
March 30, 2022
We were so sorry to hear that Fuzzy had passed. He was a good friend to all. We, here in Vermont, thought the world of him. He shared his "trout" catch with many of us. oh how he loved to fish. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Pat, Micheal & Kim and all the families. May he rest in peace. A big hug to all.
Paul Romanos
March 30, 2022
One of the best I worked with at Stamford PD. He was a good mannered guy and I pray he is at peace.
Michele Murtagh
March 30, 2022
To Fuzzy's family. I am so very sorry for your loss.May he Rest in Peace. I pray that God will ease your sorrow very soon, and both he and your family will remain in my prayers. I haven't seen Fuzzy since he retired but I thought of him often and to how funny and nice he was.He made working in dispatch fun. Michele Murtagh
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