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Paul Arthur “Paco” Harris

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Birth	:	18 Dec 1930 Absarokee, Stillwater County, Montana, USA
Death	:	30 May 2014 South Dakota, USA
Burial	:	Saint Michael Catholic Cemetery, Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, USA
Coordinate	:	43.5786018, -96.7117004
Description	:	Paul Arthur Harris, lovingly known as 'Paco' was born December 18,1930 in Absarokee, Montana to Van and Magnhild (Grotbo) Harris. The family moved to Billings where Paul attended school and began working at a young age to help support his family. He began selling newspapers at age 8, and worked jobs at the Rio Theater (age 11), Billings Dairy (age 12) and the sugar factory. For several years the family lived in a boxcar. Paul's humble beginning instilled in him a generosity of heart for anyone who needed a helping hand. He enlisted in the US Navy at age 15, working... Read More	Paul Arthur Harris, lovingly known as 'Paco' was born December 18,1930 in Absarokee, Montana to Van and Magnhild (Grotbo) Harris. The family moved to Billings where Paul attended school and began working at a young age to help support his family. He began selling newspapers at age 8, and worked jobs at the Rio Theater (age 11), Billings Dairy (age 12) and the sugar factory. For several years the family lived in a boxcar. Paul's humble beginning instilled in him a generosity of heart for anyone who needed a helping hand. He enlisted in the US Navy at age 15, working as a fireman on the crash crew in Inyokern, California until his honorable discharge. He began his trucking career hauling crude oil for Walt Parker, his friend and mentor. In 1954 he began driving for Midwest Coast Transport, where he met the love of his life, Loretta Hickey. They married in 1958. In addition to leasing trucks to MCT until his retirement in 2001, they owned and operated Valley Truck Storage. In 1995 he was named South Dakota Transportation Man of the Year. He and Loretta loved to travel and visited 5 continents and more than 30 countries. They enjoyed traveling in their motor home until health concerns began to limit their adventures. Paul was deeply appreciative of his wonderful family and his Catholic faith. He was a founding member of St. Michael Parish where he served on the original building committee and parish council. He later served on the Catholic Foundation, the Board of Directors for First Century Credit Union and participated in the first Honor Flight South Dakota. He enjoyed traveling, rocking babies at the Sanford NICU, going to the ‘old goat-roper breakfasts' and spending time with his children and grandchildren. Paul died May 30, after a brief illness complicated by existing health issues. He is survived by his wife, Loretta; sons, Bill (Roxanne) Harris, Omaha, Nebraska; Bob, Sioux Falls; daughters, Teresa (Andrew)Henrickson, Yankton, Donna Harris, Sioux Falls, Kathy (Chuck) Engeman, Sioux Falls, and Cindy (John) Dougherty, Sioux Falls; 17 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren; and special family friend, Sr. Margaret Doyle OSB. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, and four brothers. His family wishes to thank the many doctors, nurses, & technicians who have cared for him in the last few years. We are especially thankful for those who helped him grow in his faith, including the many wonderful priests, especially Msgr. James Michael Doyle, the daily Mass crew, and the students and teachers of St. Michael school. Memorials may be directed to Sioux Falls Catholic Schools or Children's Miracle Network. Mass of Resurrection will be 11:00 am Tuesday at St. Michael Parish, with interment at St. Michael Catholic Cemetery. Visitation begins 3:00 pm, Monday, at the church. The family will be present to greet friends from 5:00 to 7:00 Monday evening at the church, followed by a prayer service at 7:00 pm. Memorials may be directed to Sioux Falls Catholic Schools or Children's Miracle Network.

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Paul Arthur “Paco” Harris's memorial is located at: Saint Michael Catholic Cemetery, Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, USA.
When did Paul Arthur “Paco” Harris death?
Paul Arthur “Paco” Harris death on 30 May 2014 in South Dakota, USA
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Latitude: 43.5786018
Longitude: -96.7117004

Family Members:

Spouse

Lorretta Leone Hickey Harris

(1934 - 2016)

Children

Robert Paul “Bob” Harris

(1960 - 2020)

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