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Lois Harris Obituary

Lois B. Harris

AGE: 84 • Vineland

Lois B. (Whitehead) Harris, age 84, of Vineland, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 28, 2015 at home, surrounded by her loving family. Lois was born in Vineland to the late Horace and Sophie (Bernette) Whitehead and was a lifelong Vineland resident. Prior to her retirement, she worked as a nurse's aide for 25 years at the Vineland Developmental Center. Lois enjoyed crossword puzzles and sharing time with her family and friends.

Lois was predeceased by her daughter Loisann Thune, her brother Stanley Morgan Jr. and her sister Marie Steelman. Lois is survived by her 7 loving children, 3 sons; Herb Harris and wife Dorothy of Vineland, Edward Harris and companion Kristy of Newfield and Bruce Harris and wife Marisol of Vineland. Her 4 daughters; Marie Harris, Sophie Stites and husband Kevin, Glendora "Glennie" Harris and Darlene Confer and husband Joe, all of Vineland. She is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great granddaughter and by her brother Junior Whitehead and companion Anita of Fairton, sister-in-law Ruby Morgan of Pittsgrove and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Dec. 31st at 11:00am at the Wainwright-Bernhardt Funeral Home, 1024 E. Landis Ave. Vineland. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery, Vineland. Family and friends may gather from 10:00-11:00am prior to the service. Donations in memory of Lois may be made to the Compassionate Care Hospice, 518 U.S. 9 Marmora, NJ 08223. Please visit www.wbfuneralhome.com to send condolences to the family. Arrangements are in the care of Wainwright-Bernhardt Funeral Home.

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Published by The Daily Journal from Dec. 29 to Dec. 31, 2015.

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December 30, 2015

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. (Isaiah 61:1,2) With heartfelt sympathy.

Tanya Fazzolari-Lacy

December 30, 2015

Glennie, Nicole, Marie and family. We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. We love you all. If you need anything please feel free to ask. Praying for comfort and may the Lord give you strength and peace.

Fran Harris

December 30, 2015

So sorry to hear of your mom passing.Enjoyed talking with her when mom passed away.Will keep all of you in my prayers.Jr.& Frannie Harris

Jennifer

December 29, 2015

In loving memories of a wonderful person who will be missed. May God bless and comfort mourning ones along with the loving support of family and friends.

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