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James Edgar Harris Sr.

Birth	:	26 Aug 1932 Defiance, Defiance County, Ohio, USA
Death	:	20 Jan 2018 Defiance, Defiance County, Ohio, USA
Burial	:	Riverside Cemetery, Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.2714005, -84.3786011
Plot	:	Section 6
Inscription	:	US ARMY KOREA PURPLE HEART
Description	:	James E. Harris, Sr, 85, of Defiance, passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Twin Rivers Care and Rehabilitation Center in Defiance. He was born on August 26, 1932 to the late Ernest and Zella (Corwin) Harris in Defiance. On June 4, 1954 he married Joann (Ripke) Harris, who preceded him in death in 2013. At the age of 17, Jim enlisted in the Army during the Korean War to serve his country. While in the service, he received a Purple Heart, as well as a Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service... Read More	James E. Harris, Sr, 85, of Defiance, passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Twin Rivers Care and Rehabilitation Center in Defiance. He was born on August 26, 1932 to the late Ernest and Zella (Corwin) Harris in Defiance. On June 4, 1954 he married Joann (Ripke) Harris, who preceded him in death in 2013. At the age of 17, Jim enlisted in the Army during the Korean War to serve his country. While in the service, he received a Purple Heart, as well as a Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service, Medal and 3 Bronze Service Stars, indicating 3 major battle campaigns, a United Nations Service Medal, and a Combat Infantryman's Badge. When returning home after the war, he drove semi trucks his entire life to provide for his wife and family. James will be greatly missed by his sons, Terry (Denise) Harris of Perrysburg, James (Cathy) Harris, Jr. of Defiance, Richard "Rick" (Chris) Harris of Defiance, and Corey (Nicole) Harris of Paulding. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, and sister, Irene Boetz of Bryan. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, a daughter Michele "Mick" Curtis, son-in-law Tom Curtis, and a great-grandson Anakin Curtis. A Memorial Service with Military Honors will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at Schaffer Funeral Home, with Pastor David Brobston officiating. Visitation will be held from 10-11 am on Tuesday, one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Defiance VFW post 3360 will accord military honors. Burial will be held at a later date in the Veterans Section at Riverside Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation, or to a charity of the donor's choice.

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Where is James Edgar Harris Sr.'s memorial?
James Edgar Harris Sr.'s memorial is located at: Riverside Cemetery, Defiance, Defiance County, USA.
When did James Edgar Harris Sr. death?
James Edgar Harris Sr. death on 20 Jan 2018 in Defiance, Defiance County, Ohio, USA
Where are the coordinates of the James Edgar Harris Sr.'s memorial?
Latitude: 41.2714005
Longitude: -84.3786011

Family Members:

Parent

Ernest William “Speed” Harris

(1904 - 1972)

Zella Margaret Corwin Ruch

(1913 - 1996)

Spouse

Joann M Ripke Harris

(1934 - 2013)

Siblings

Irene May Harris Boetz

(1931 - 2020)

Children

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Riverside Cemetery
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2714005, -84.3786011

2. Frazee Cemetery
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2646690, -84.3752090

3. Catholic Cemetery (Defunct)
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2780560, -84.3847220

4. Rural Cemetery
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2791870, -84.3693750

5. Kahlo Cemetery
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2789001, -84.3563995

6. Presbyterian Cemetery (Defunct)
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2829850, -84.3591420

7. Foster Cemetery
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2533730, -84.3629700

8. Fort Defiance Burial Ground
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2875340, -84.3575200

9. Brunersburg Cemetery
Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3078003, -84.3818970

10. Taylor Cemetery
Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2308006, -84.3630981

11. Pioneer Cemetery
Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2641200, -84.4404200

12. Cromley Cemetery
Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2305984, -84.4197006

13. Tuttle Cemetery
Defiance, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2756004, -84.4475021

14. Worthington Cemetery
Highland Township, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2271860, -84.3318520

15. Noble And Tiffin Cemetery
Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3280983, -84.4044037

16. Hire Cemetery
Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2797012, -84.2956009

17. Myers Cemetery
Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2168999, -84.3352966

18. Independence Cemetery
Independence, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2980995, -84.3019028

19. Hill Cemetery
Sherwood, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2824550, -84.4687870

20. Stykeman-Minsel Cemetery
Independence, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2970010, -84.2931180

21. Hale-Wellman Cemetery
Ayersville, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2200090, -84.3154720

22. Ayersville Cemetery
Ayersville, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2518500, -84.2883800

23. Defiance County Home Cemetery
Evansport, Defiance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3403810, -84.4216870

24. Potter and Kline Cemetery
Junction, Paulding County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2038994, -84.4381027