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Harry Harris Obituary
September 2, 1976 - January 23, 2022
Mr. Harry B Harris was born September 2, 1976, in Winston-Salem, NC to Harry Harris Sr and Lindy Harris Ellis. Harry was a man of strong faith and deeply rooted in his community. Mr. Harris was a graduate of Mount Tabor High School class of 1995 and Fayetteville State University class of 2000. Harry loved football, was a great running back at FSU. Harry peacefully departed this young life on earth Sunday morning January 23, 2022.
He leaves to cherish his memories: his mother Lindy Harris-Ellis and father Harry Harris Sr., his wife Tasha Harris, three sons: Isaiah, Zion and Elijah, two brothers Lamont Harris and El-Hajj Harris, a great aunt Mary Shuler, two aunts Brenda Hairston and Valerie Wilson and a host of family and friends.
Harry had a loving spirit and was very passionate about giving back to his community. Harry was a man of many talents and skills. He held positions that included Federal Probation Case Manager, SIMS Administrator, Vice Principal and 4th grade teacher at East Winston Charter School, and Founder/CEO of The Elite 8. He was instrumental in bringing the community together through charities such as The Elite 8 basketball tournament, Turkey Bowl and the Bryan Summer Golf Camp at Winston Lake. He was known as "Harry Harris - Mr. Polo Rd #33 together."
Who was Harry B. Harris? He had a contagious smile that was like a magnet for drawing people to him. He was an entrepreneur, a role model, an achiever, and so much more. His love for his community and simple acts of kindness were true examples of a community humanitarian. Most importantly he was an obedient servant of God. His response to his kind acts was "Ma Its Paid in Full and I am Paying It Forward." Today, he is an angel……
A public viewing Monday January 31, 2022, from 1pm-5pm @ Douthit Funeral Service.
A graveside service Tuesday February 1, 2022, @2pm @Evergreen Cemetery
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Memories and Condolences
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Cynthia Shuler
February 2, 2022
So sorry for your lost may God bless your family, He will truly be missed
Antwyan Jones
February 1, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Viola Sharpe
February 1, 2022
You fought a fight. We will miss you. May God give strenght to the family to carry on.
Barry Roberts
February 1, 2022
I remember the day my daughter, Tasha, brought Harry to our home and i met him for the first time. He smiled and said, how you doing sir? He was smart, talkative and looked directly into my eyes. He told me right then and there, i will take good care of your daughter, and he did. I couldn't have asked for a better husband for my daughter or, a better father for my grandsons. And for that, i am forever grateful, Harry. Rest in peace my son-in-law. My condolences to the family.
Angela Sherman-Wright
January 31, 2022
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Carmyn Glynn
January 31, 2022
Harry was an inspiration to all and showed what amazing things can happen when you work hard and believe in your cause. He brought together so many people and did so much good for his community. Rest In Peace and let your brothers and sisters take up your fight.
Aurelia Boseman
January 31, 2022
Harry was a man of many talents. He had a smile that was contagious. Harry was my tutor in college when I studied statistics. He was able to break down any problem so that I could get the understanding needed. Harry was like a brother to me. I know now he is at peace in heaven. He will be missed.
Thaddeus Beaman
January 31, 2022
My buddy and brother has left us to be with the angels. Good Man, Great Father!
Tanya Holmes
January 31, 2022
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. God Bless and comfort the family.
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