Brian Patrick Harris

Brian Patrick Harris, age 76, of New Orleans passed away in the early morning of September 28th after a 5-year battle with cancer. During his struggle he never lost his goodness, kindness, wit and strong faith in God. Born and raised in New Orleans, he attended De LaSalle High School and Tulane University. Mr. Harris was charming, fun, intelligent and interesting and always saw the good in others. He was both respected and respectful. For all he achieved in life he could have been boastful and pretentious, but never was. After a short retirement in 1986, he found his way back into the automotive business when he purchased a Baton Rouge Chevrolet dealership which he grew into the Brian Harris Auto Group, with 5 locations and 11 factory lines. He was generous of his time and wealth, supporting Catholic charities, and many others, throughout Louisiana. Brian was a loving husband and friend to Millie for 55 years and proud father of four daughters: Patti, her husband Fred Kinsley and their children: Josh, Ryan, and Zach. Deborah, her husband Richard Martorana and their children: Chad, Taylor and Harrison. Shari, her husband Tony Nicolich and their children: Brian, Christopher and Hayley. Kelly, her husband Chris Fields and their children: Connor, Patrick and Alexandra. Survived by his brother Kerry Harris and wife Lisa of Galveston, and sister Debbie Mader and husband Jacques of Dallas. Preceded in death by two sisters: Suzanne H. Carter and Phyllis Clare Harris both of New Orleans. He will be missed by many, but has fulfilled his mission here to the utmost. He was a very rare combination; A great man who was also a good man. His legacy lives on through his wife, daughters, sons-in-law and grandchildren. He was buried on September 30th at a private service in New Orleans. The family would like to thank Father Miles Walsh for his beautiful and touching service and continued support to the family. We would also like to thank Dr. Gerald Miletello and staff, Dr. Charles Bergreen and staff, Dr. Ronald Leo and staff, Dr. Paul Walker and staff, Dr. John Grezaffi and staff, and Dr. William Russell and staff. Also a special thanks to Hospice of Baton Rouge nurses Suzie Boudinot and Vicki Bergquist and all sitters from Nursing Care Connections. A special thanks to all his employees for their continued prayers and support. In lieu of flowers please send donations to: Hospice of Baton Rouge or Cypress Springs Mercedarian Prayer Center - Sister Dulce Foundation.