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BORN
1937
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2023
Hugh Harris Obituary
He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on March 20, 1937, to the late Hubert Earl and Mary Townsend Harris. The Harris family relocated to Keezletown, VA, in 1950. Hugh graduated from Montevideo High School, Bridgewater College, and Wesley Theological Seminary. Between high school and college Hugh served three years in the US Army.
During his active pastoral ministry Hugh served fifteen pastoral appointments, plus two more in retirement. He was also known as an accomplished artist and author. He published five books, including one that he co-wrote with his late wife Sharon Harris.
Hugh is survived by his wife of two years, Nancy; his brother, Rev. Jim Harris (Debbie); his children, Diane Spencer and Chuck Harris (Felicia), and his stepchildren, Brent Logan (Michelle), Mark Logan (Stacie), Dean Mitchell, Corey Mitchell (Jenny) and Wendy Stout; plus numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins near and far.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Merle Diehr, his brother, Paul Harris, and first wife, Gerry, and second wife, Sharon.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 18, at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 11551 Lucks Lane, Midlothian, VA, with a reception following the service. A private committal service will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, you are invited to make a memorial donation to St. Mark's United Methodist Church.
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Chuck Harris
July 13, 2025
In memory of my father, Hugh Harris , who dedicated his life to his love and devotion to his children, he was always therefore us before we laid down to sleep, and when we woke up to great, now he has taken his final sleep, to wake to his Lord and savior Jesus Christ in person, I love you dad, I will see you when I wake
Adele Castillo
November 24, 2023
I am so sorry to learn that Hugh has passed. He was a fine and gentle soul and a kind friend. We were art neighbors at Artworks for many years and at Crossroads as well. I so enjoyed his company and conversations on art, life and current events.
May Hugh find the happiness in his next journey that he recently found with his adoring wife Nancy and the blessings he shared with Sharon before she passed.
To Hugh's family, I am so sorry for your loss of this lovely man.
Al Thorne
November 20, 2023
I offer my deepest sympathy to the family. Hugh and I shared in ministry at Asbury-Memorial UMC and was a skill and compassionate pastor. I am so grateful to have known him and Sharon and am saddened to learn of his passing
Dear Lord thank you for sharing Hugh with his family and so many over his lifetime and are gladdened that he is resting in your everlasting arms. Thank you. Al Thorne
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