Gregory Funeral Service | Gastonia, NC

Obituary For Cleopatria Harris

Cleopatria Curlee Harris the daughter of Christopher Columbus and Catherine Cecelia Harris (both preceding her in death) was born in Charlotte, NC on January 2, 1944; the fifth of six children (the late Christopher Columbus, the late Calvin Coolidge, the late Catherine Cececlia, Claudette Colbert, and Clinton Conwallace Harris) born of this union.

She was educated in the Mecklenburg School System and was a proud graduate of West Charlotte High School and was a member of the Darling Debs. Cleopatria went on to receive her Bachelors from Barber Scotia College, NC. A proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc. She had a love of learning and would continue her pursuit for higher education by completing her Masters at UNC Pembroke, NC. Cleopatria followed her dreams of being an educator and served faithfully for over 30 years.

Curlee as she was affectionately known, was the unofficial Alsobrooks and Curlee Family Reunion photographer. She would ensure that year after year, every attendee will have photos to commemorate our annual times together. Creative. She singlehandedly organized and hosted the Harris Family Reunion in 1992, where everyone had a superb time, because of her attention to detail and thoughtfulness.

Bright and brilliant. Eclectic and eccentric, Cleopatria was simply unique. She lived life on her on terms. She is survived by her brother Clinton and sister Claudette (VA), her son Thanus Blakeney and host of family and friends to honor her memory.

Graveside service: Thursday; October 1, 2020; 12 noon at Beatties Ford Memorial Gardens, Huntersville

Walk thru viewing at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4 until 6

Masks required at all services and graveside service will be live on Gregory Funeral Service facebook page beginning at 12 noon on Thursday

Guest Book

My heartfelt sympathy to the loved ones of Cleopatria Harris in her passing. God's blessings to you during this most difficult time. Hattie Bennett Solomon, Class of 1966, BSC

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Cordia Davis Wallace On behalf of The Home Economics Class of 1965 our condolence goes out to the Harris Family. While at Barber Scotia Cleopatra was very much a Sister, and this continued through her life. Praying for each and every one of you. God be with you.

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Dear Members of the Harris Family, I, Juanita Blake Smalls, am sorry to hear about the passing of my classmate:Cleopatra. I was hoping that all of us woul have been able to get together for our 50th Class Reunion in 2016. It did not happen.I remember her as a kind, easygoing person. God has called her home. May her soul rest in peace.It is so hard to cope with death. I say, "Trust in God to help you through your time of bereavement. Family members remember the good times and the length of time God allowed her on this earth. We are only allowed 70 years. Bless God for lending her to you seventy plus six additional years. With heartfelt sympathy, Juanita Blake Smalls and Barbara Blake Moss The 1966 Class of Barber-Scotia College, Concord, NC

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How well I remember our days at Barber-Scotia College and later at First Baptist Church-west where she sang in the choir and participated in other activities. With sisterly affection, I recall our AKA Sorority togetherness. My thoughts and pryers of comfort to the family; may precious memories be with you as you recall and give thanks for her life and the life we yet have. Mary Knox Thomas BSC '66 First Baptist Church-West

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How well I remember our days at Barber-Scotia College and later at First Baptist Church-west where she sang in the choir and participated in other activities. With sisterly affection I recall our AKA Sorority togetherness. My thoughts and prayers of comfort to the family; may precious memories be with you as you recall and give thanks for her life; and the life we yet have.

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To Claudette and Clinton, I extend sincere condolences to you at this difficult time.God knows best for us. I vividly remember the monthly visits to see Curlee while enrolled at Barber Scotia.The memories will linger forever. Eunice Bass Gist

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To the family of Curlee Harris: Sorry for your loss. Curlee was a (West Charlotte Class 1962)classmate of John W. Love, Sr. and Harriet Gentry Love. John W. Love, Sr., Harriet Gentry Love, John W. Love, Jr. (Buddy), Jewel C. Love and The West Charlotte Class 1962 will be praying for you. John Love Charlotte, NC.

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This is truly a shock. It's hard trying to imagine that we won't see you again on earth. I know that God doesn't make mistakes no matter what we as humans think and feel. And I believe, "To Be Absent From The Body Is To Be Present With The Lord!" Love you Curlee!

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I will miss our visits my friend but know that someday we will resume our conversations when I join you in heaven. Peace be with you and enjoy your heavenly rewards. God Bless.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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