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The day I’ve prepared you for is here, don’t fear, it was just my turn
Because I told you from the dirt we came so to the dirt we must return I leave you my words, love, laughs and good teachings
God Loves Everyone!! put that in your safe keepings I stood before you week after week telling you God’s word I spoke loud without a microphone, so I know y’all heard Always remember to stand so close together that one can’t fall for another
And if you got a helping hand lend it to your sister or your brother
So if you believed in what I told you, we’ll see each other again In the land of milk and honey, because this was not the end I may have stepped out of life’s backdoor, but never out of your heart
I’ll always be with you; I made sure I perfected that part So continue to spread God’s words and speak of your faith I’m fine because I know who was waiting for me at the Gates HELLO LIGHTS!!!
Love Sincerely, Always & Forever
~Acknowledgements~
The family of the late Rev. John A. Harris wish to express their appreciation to the Baptist Trinity wound care, Dr. Phillip & Marcia Bowden, Dr. Dwight Dishman, Harrison Funeral Home, Old Nonconnah Baptist Church, Cathedral of Praise, Memphis Goodwill Homes, and all his friends for your kind thoughts, hard work and expressions of sympathy.
~The Family
~Active Pallbearers ~
Old Nonconnah Deacon’s & Men
~Active Pallbearers ~
Rico Marshall
Benard Moore
OB Harris, Jr.
Marrio Marshall
Antonio Harris
Torrance Harris
~Interment ~ Forest Hill Cemetery South 2545 E. Holmes Road Memphis, Tennessee 38118
~Repast ~
Old Nonconnah Fellowship Hall 3257 Old Hernamdo Road Memphis, Tennessee 38116
Your Pastor
Written By Jeremy Harris
901-452-7331
www.harrisonsfuneralhomeinc.com
“There’s
Reflections of Life
“The Painting Preacher”
John A. Harris was born on September 5, 1952, in Germantown, Tennessee, to the late Bertha M. Cooper Harris and Walker Lee Harris, Sr.
John confessed his beliefs in Christ at an early age at the Taylor Chapel CME Church in Germantown, Tennessee, under the late Rev. L.C. Moore. He attended Neshoba Elementary, Geeter Jr. High School and Whitehaven High. Later, he became a member, deacon, and Associate Minister at New Friendship M.B. Church under the leadership of Pastor Issac A. Wright.
John followed God’s calling and became the Pastor of Old Nonconnah M.B. Church in 1996, where he remained Pastor and Spiritual Leader of many for 23 years. John was the Lead Singer of the Legendary Gospel Quartet “The Dixie Harmonizers” and owner of 5J Painting & Co., producing exquisite work for over 30 yrs. John was also an Inductee into the Memphis Bowlers Association Hall Of Fame in 2012. John was a loving, hard-working family man of many skills and talents; he was a pool shark, a craftsman, painter, songwriter, and outdoorsman. He departed this life on November 21, 2019, in Memphis, Tennessee.
Proceeding him in death where his parents, Bertha M. Cooper and Walker Lee Harris, Sr., his loving wife Doris P. Harris, one sister, Emma Williams, and five of his brothers Johnny, Ricky, Walker Jr., O.B. and Major Harris. He leaves to cherish his lessons and memories his two sons, Jarvis (Cassandra) & Jeremy (Erica) Harris, three grandchildren Joshua Harris, Madison Harris, and Jeremy Jr., three sisters, Bertha (Billy) Marshall, Geraldine Moore, and Sarah Powell, two brothers Calvin (Liz) Harris and Jerry (Stephanie) Harris and a whole bunch of nieces, nephews, relatives, members and friends forever.
And last but not least Ms. Linda.
Prelude....................................................Cathedral of Praise Music Ministry “I’ll Fly Away” Processional Call
Musical Selection...................................................................Kasier Williams
Words from His Pastor..................................................Pastor Issac A. Wright Refelctions:
Pastoral Reflection.............................................Leroy Smith & Nolan Sledge
Business Reflection.............................Jimmy Reed, John Bell & Ricky Crump
Musical Selection......................................................Chris & Johnny Cooper Refelctions:
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness…”
2 Timothy 4:7-8
Friendship Reflection..........................................Victor Hardy & Terrell Hunt
Family Reflection.......................................................................Helen Hymon
Acknowledgements.......................................................Pastor Derrick Harris
Musical Tribute.............................................................Pastor Chris Williams
Eulogy............................................................................Minister Jarvis Haris
Recessional
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