Alfred Harris,Jr Obituary in Clearwater at Smith-Youngs Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Alfred Harris,Jr

Alfred Harris, Jr. was born on February 28, 1940, in High Springs, Florida to Alfred Harris, Sr. and Verlene Robinson. Alfred attended Alachua County Public Schools and successfully graduated from high school.

He worked for the City of Clearwater for 15-plus years and retired 20 years ago.

Alfred was a believer who loved God but due to physical limitations, he regularly worshiped through the online ministry of the Wave of Glory, led by Apostle Joanne Watson.

Being the patriarch of his family, Alfred cheered on all his family members regularly expressing love and concern. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed Bible study and learning about our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Alfred Harris, Jr. transitioned from this earthly life on Monday, April 1, 2024, in Dunedin Florida. He is preceded in death by his father, Alfred Harris, Sr., mother, Verlene Robinson, brothers, Simon Harris, Robert Harris, and Rodrick Harris and daughter, Margaret Harris.

Left to cherish his memories…

Sons: Durel Harris of Clearwater FL and Rodney Harris (Eugenia) of Deland, FL

Daughters: Linda Harris McKnight of Hinesville, GA, and Valene Harris of Bear, DE

Brother: Calvin Harris (Dutchess) of Riverview, FL

Sister: Doris Harris of Clearwater, FL

Grandchildren: Taisa Harris, and Lauren Harris, both of Gainesville, FL, Ron Harris of Ft. Sill, OK, Bianca Harris of Clearwater, FL, Ronnica Harris of Largo, FL, Ernest McKnight, Jr. of Hinesville, GA; Kevin McKnight of Atlanta, GA, Ronnise Harris of Las Vegas, NV, Shonteria Harris and Oshia Harris, both of Augusta, GA

13 great-grandchildren and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Public Viewing: Friday, April 19, 2024, 6-8 PM at Smith-Young Funeral Home, Clearwater 33756.

Celebration of Life: Saturday, April 20, 2024, 11 AM at St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 1500 Pennsylvania Ave., Clearwater 33755.

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CarLynn collier sent Stately Croton for Alfred Harris,Jr - April 18, 2024

To our beloved friend Our condolences go out to your family for your loss - God Bless you and yours.
Charles & CarLynn Collier

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Val and the family I send you my condolences and my prayers to you all. I will continue to keep you lifted because I know how dear Papa Al was to you all. Val, I miss hearing you on the prayer call, but I do understand that you will be back in time. If I was there Val I will sing "For He is Great, He do Miracle so Great there is no one else like you, for there is no one else like You. And would probably sing a little melody to sooth your soul. Psalm 34:18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed. Love Always Pastor Sharon

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