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Obituary For Larry Lee Harris
Mr. Larry Lee Harris, 70, of Columbus, GA passed Sunday July 20, 2025 in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be 11:30 EST on Friday, August 1, 2025 at Nichols Chapel A.M.E Church with Rev. Wendell Jones, Pastor, Officiating Dr. Isaac Hudson, Eulogist. Burial will be in Fort Mitchell National Cemetery. Public viewing is 2:00 p.m to 5:00 p.m EST on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
Larry Lee Harris, was born in Little Rock, Arkansas March 25, 1955. Larry Harris was preceded in death by his parents Lena Harris and William Harris. His soul took a peaceful flight to an eternal resting place on Sunday, July 20, 2025.
Over the course of his career Mr. Larry Harris retired from the United States Army after 22+ years of service. Mr. Larry Harris was employed by SAIC for 12 years as Deputy Program Manager and Chief of the Emergency Medical Training and Preparedness Division. In that capacity, Mr. Harris was responsible for managing 44 employees, and three contracts worth over ten million dollars. He was the lead instructor for the Decontamination module and Field Exercise at the Medical Management of Chemical Casualties Course at the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense, and a contributing author to "Decontamination of Chemical Casualties", Chapter 16, in the Medical Aspects of Chemical Warfare, Textbook of Military Medicine. He was a Coverall franchise owner over 17+ years.
Besides his parents Larry Harris was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Pamela Harris and a sister Rosia Lee Glanton.
Larry Harris leaves to cherish his fond memories; his children, Rashan Harris, Kenyatta Garrett (Johnny Garrett), Gino Harris and Nico Harris (Dustee Miller); a granddaughter Shamekia Owens who he raised as his daughter; his siblings, Billie Harris Rogers, Terry Harris, Cherry Harris and an honorary sister Celestine George; grandchildren, Ce'Nyia Harris, Laila Harris, Chase Harris, Noah Harris, Lapri Harris, Syriah Harris and Peaches Harris; a great- grandchild Amoura Owens; Ladonna Lindsey and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.
Acknowledgements
Special thanks to the Wilders, Garrett's, Hills, Smiths, McFadden and Taylors for embracing my family into yours from day one. Quinisha, I'm so grateful for your support and knowledge during his ICU moments.
The family would like to express appreciation to Desi Cleveland (Trudie) known as Mr. Cleveland and the neighbors on Bunker Ridge Lane. We are grateful for the support from Larry's co-workers at Grooms Transportation. We appreciate everyone's comforting messages, prayers, flowers and cards.
To Dr. McIntosh, Dr. Urbanetti, SAIC family and Domestic Preparedness team thank you for being a part of his passion to train and delegate. No task to small, no mission too great.
Special thanks to the following for their support in putting together this event, Pastor Wendell Jones, Pastor Von Jakes, Pastor Isaac Hudson, Angela Jones, Nico Harris, Shamekia Owens, Antonio Mercer, Rashan Harris, Jessica Smith, Teresa Robinson Harris, Jailynn Smith, Dr. McIntosh, RCCS, Ce'Nyia Harris, Idella Taylor, David Johnson, Brienna Quintyne, Tiffany Smith and Keshia James.
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LindaJackson sent Enduring Spirit Pothos Basket for Larry Lee Harris - July 26, 2025
I'm deeply saddened by the loss of my buddy and extended family Larry. God certainly got one of the best. I pray that God blesses and keeps his beautiful family in peace and comfort during the difficult days ahead. I am so honored to have had the joy and great privilege of knowing him. He will forever live in our hearts and in the joy and legacy he left here in his beautiful family. He was an amazing person and effervescent spirit who made an incredible impact on all who had the opportunity to spend time with him. We love you all and will continue to pray and keep you close. Love and light, Brandi Boddie
Sending my condolences to the family and my prayers in May God give you peace to know that he do althings for our good
Harris Family, I was saddened when I heard of Larry's passing. Larry hired me via SAIC to be part of the training team at CCCD. Larry was always kind and diligent in everything. His effervescent to wirk, family, and life was contagious. Always will to lend a hand when he didn't have to. Larry will be truly missed. Leslie Key
I am so very saddened and shocked to hear that Larry passed. I met Larry in 1995 when I began working in the Chemical Casualty Care Division, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. We worked closely together at times, went on travel together, and were friends. Even though Larry re-located to GA, we stayed in contact occasionally. I will always remember Larry and the great times we had at work.
To Kenyatta and the entire family, I am thinking of you and sending you strength. I pray that the Lord comforts you during this period of bereavement. Please accept my sincerest and deepest condolences!
My heart goes out to Larry's family and friends. I had the joy of meeting, working with, and getting to know Larry. He was one of a kind, as he always had a smile on his face, a good word to share, and love in his heart that he passed on to all he encountered. For those of us who remain here, my prayer is for peace, understanding, and strength to carry on the legacy of Larry Lee Harris.
Great man! Great smile! Great football player! I could go on and on Larry will be surely missed
God bless his family. He was a great friend
Today, Tomorrow & Always may memories bring you Peace, Comfort & Strength Rest In Peace Our Friend Michael and Linda Jackson. Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Mr. Harris, as we affectionately referred to you....we will always remember your bright smile, the sparkle in your eyes, your gregarious laugh, and your bellowing sense of humor. We will never forget your big heart, your kindness, your love for your family and all of us, your generosity of spirit, and your genuine ability to make anyone in your presence feel like they were the most important person in the room. You were the best of us and the very perfect part of our most special "framily". We saw and were able to experience the beauty of this country and our profession, together, for so many years. It is hard to imagine a holiday without our text messages back and forth, for each and every one. Larry, you made a difference in this world, through your teachings, your mentoring, your service, and the lives you touched, and have certainly left your mark. We send our prayers and condolences to your loving family. Rest in eternal peace, dear friend.
We will love you forever and miss you for always.
Larry Harris , Rest in Peace my Brother you will be missed, I can look back and say You was a great friend,we pray for the family Keep your mind on the lord. We went to school together. Charles gates Kenosha, Wisconsin
We are deeply saddened by learning of the loss of Larry. He was such an amazing gentleman and pillar in our family. We are so thankful for the way he loved my cousin and we truly loved him in return. He will be missed!
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I am still at a loss for words. Larry was just a good guy and will truly be missed. May God bring comfort and peace to his children and Ladonna.
Kenyatta and Family I am so sorry to hear about Larry he was a great husband, Father and Grandfather. He always welcome me and made me a part of the family I know Pam is saying Welcome to heaven Larry!
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To the family of Larry Harris I remember Larry from our years together at Barton High School. Sending my sincere condolences and prayers. Remain prayerful and keep the faith. RIP! Gone too soon.
We extend our condolences and prayers to Larry's family. I knew Larry during our high school years. He was kind and always had that contagious smile. He was just a good person to know.RIP from the Burchett-Hunter family Barton,AR
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He welcomed me with a joke on my first day of work. And every time I saw him there after. Always kind and gave great advice, always there whenever you needed help and became a good friend. My prayers for comfort and peace to his family and friends. Rest in paradise my friend.
People like you my friend are a rarity, always smiling, always laughing and always willing to lend a hand, I only wish I knew you longer! Rest easy!
I want the world to know..... I will Miss u my neighbor dearly. We had some laughs... had some serious man talks and just generally enjoyed each others company. I have peace in knowing.... You are with GOD. Rest easy my friend
My condolences to the Harris family and friends. Larry and I were coworkers. Within the 3 years that we worked together, I never saw a frown on his facial expression. He always had a graceful smile and enjoyed being helpful to people and honorably serve our country as well. Fare well my friend.
To the Harris family and Kenyatta, We are sending our heartfelt prayers,comfort and love in this difficult time. We are praying that God continue to give you and your family the strength to endure.Larry will be truly missed. Sheryl and Janay Harris
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Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal.prayers and continued strength for the family and friends of Mr Larry Harris.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
