Larry Harris, 74, of New Haven, entered eternal rest on December 21, 2017. He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth Harris.
Mr. Harris was born in Shorter, AL on June 2, 1943, a son of the late Nimrod Harris and Dosie Reed Harris.
Prior to retiring, he was employed at American Power Metal Co. as a Truck Driver. Mr. Harris was a longtime member of Holy Trinity Church of God in Christ.
In addition to his wife, he leaves to cherish loving memories, sons, Christopher and Tony Smith; daughters, Deborah Clemons and Theresa Harris; a brother, Luther Harris; 12 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by brothers, John, Eddie, Willie James, Nimrod Jr., William, Lloyd and Gene Harris; and a sister, Charlene Edwards.
A celebration of Mr. Harris’ life and legacy will be held Friday, December 29, 2017, at 10:00 AM at Holy Trinity C.O.G.I.C, 139 Winthrop Ave., New Haven. Viewing will be held at the church from 9:00-10:00 AM. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
I would like to send my condolences to the Harris Family. I’ve known the family for years and Chris is like a brother to our family. Mr. Harris was a wonderful, genuine, sweet man and very down to earth and always held very good conversations. Unfortunately, God needed one of his strong angels. You will be very missed and much loved by your family and friends. You left a Wonderful imprint on everyone’s heart. May you Rest In Peace. Love the Batts-Brookshire Family.
Sending heart felt prayers to the family of Mr.larry , I knew him since I was a little girl and he was my dad (Samuel Allen ) boss at chcp on long wharf…God has indeed gained a wonderful angel Mr.Larry always will be missed and loved and great man indeed…him and my dad is up in heaven now sitting down haven long talks and laughing… S.i.p Mr.larry