Carl James Harris, Jr. passed away at home on Thursday, September 20, 2018. He was born December 30, 1954 in Racine, Wisconsin, the son of the late Carl James and Ruth Joann (nee: Hinton) Harris. Carl attended William Horlick High School, and was a graduate of Pro-Drive Truck Driving School. He was married to Theresa Ann Harris on May 2, 1987.
Carl was a dedicated employee of AMC/Chrysler, retiring after 30 years of service. He enjoyed fishing, working in his yard, fixing and maintaining his home, and riding his Harley-Davidson. He also liked to relax by the TV watching westerns, super-hero movies, and science fiction movies. He was a loving husband and father, a hard worker, and a dedicated family man.
Left to treasure his memory are his beloved wife, Theresa A. Harris of Eastpointe, Michigan; his children Aalon James (Gina) Harris of McDonough, Georgia, Alicia Terese Harris of Eastpointe, and Anthony Eric (Rebecca) Harris of Phoenix, Arizona; grandchildren Aalon J. Harris Jr. of Warren Michigan, Tiearra M. Harris of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Anthony Eric “Junie” Harris, Jr. of Eastpointe, and Jacob Carlos Harris of McDonough; sisters Emily Harris of Racine, Wisconsin, Constance (Sonny) Robinson and Shirley (Brian) Sloan both of Marion, Illinois; brothers Clint Harris, Gregory (Alicia) Harris, and Calvin Harris all of Racine. He leaves behind to cherish his memory a host of nieces and nephews; special friend Andrew Parks of Detroit, Michigan; and 1st cousin Michael Jackson of Racine. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson Carlos A. Harris; siblings Monica E. Petty, Deanna R. Harris, Lillian A. Harris, and Vincent E. Harris; cousin Joseph “Joe” Jackson; and best friend Joe Lee Rocket.
In keeping with Carl’s wishes, private services were held in the funeral home on Thursday, September 27, 2018, and he was laid to rest in Graceland Cemetery.
Brian salone says
So sorry for your loss.
Betty says
Condolence to my cousins, may God Bless you all. May Carl RIP.
Anonymous says
The entire Golden Family would like to send their Deepest Sympathy to each and everyone of you because Carl will be Deeply and Sadly Missed. And to let You’ll know that we are keeping you’ll in our Prayers 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 RIH 😇😇😇
karen Golden says
God is in control,my sympathy goes put to the Harris Family.
James Golden says
To The family of Mr. Carl Harris Junior the family of Mr. James Golden would like to send their most deepest sympathy with the loss of your beloved Carol Harris Junior and I will truly miss him because he was a great friend rest in heaven angel 😇😇🙏🏿🙏🏿
Rosalind Hayslett says
My prayers are with you and your family. Sorry for your loss.
VERNELL HARRIS says
Prayer 🙏 James 1:22-25
Loving, God you teach us that if we are lacking in Wisdom, we should turn to you and ask for what we need. Because you give to All Generously and Ungrudgingly. We know that we have so much to Learn about your Ways; open things you want to Teach us. When We Pray in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ, Amen 🙏 From Your First Cousin VERNELL, Family your never Alone!
Shirley Harris Salone. says
I pray that into GOD’S hands you commanded your spirit. May you rest in peace big brother. Love your sister Shirley.
Keeanti Malone says
Theresa (Joe)Harris-Williams & family, our love, deepest condolences.
Nanette Adams says
Rest In Peace My Beloved Cousin I Hate That We Had To Fine Out This Way By Looking Up Some One Else And Hate We Couldn’t Come To Your Home Going To Say Our Last Good Bye Rest On My BeLoved Cousin Love
Nanette Adams