Byron Leon Harris Sr. affectionately known by family and friends as "Happy" departed this life on Friday March 11, 2016.
Happy was born December 21, 1954 in Charles City County to the late Gwendolyn Harris Hatcher and Vernon L. Miles Sr. He is preceded in death by his mother, father and brother; Leroy "Chip" Miles. He was educated in the Charles City County Public School System and later attended John Tyler Community College. He accepted Christ at a very young age. Happy was a faithful employee at Nabisco/Mondelez International for 20 years.
He leaves to cherish his memory a loving devoted wife of 20 years; two sons Bryon Harris Jr. and Anthony Tyler(Britanny); two daughters Bianca and Joy Harris; three grandchildren Teryn, Tayvion, and Iyana; his pet Yoshi; nine sisters Rondalynn Ali(Sam), Norita and Valerie Hatcher, Suzette Davis(Isaiah), Sherry Miles, Cathy Whitehead(Carl), Regina Charity(Russell), Lisa Jones, Teresa Clary(Larry); three brothers Alphus Miles (Josie), Vernon Miles Jr.(Alice) and Gordon Hatcher (Doreen); one sister-in-law Shirley Miles. A devoted Father and Mother at heart, James and Jan Overby; brothers at heart, Jerry and Jimmy Overby and Jamie Bradby; aunts Doretha Pierson (Arthur) Mildred Christian and one devoted mother at heart, Edna Jones; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Happy, loved his family and could be found fishing, hunting, bowling and grilling even in the rain for his family. He loved going to the casino, NHRA and NASCAR races. He was an active member of the Joker's Wild Club and the Charles City 4x4 Club for 20 plus years. He was an avid Steelers fan and enjoyed watching them play on Sunday afternoons. He enjoyed spending quality time with his wife, kids, grandchildren and friends. As his wife always said to him,"HAPPY YOU ARE THE JACKS OF ALL TRADES AND A MASTER OF NONE". His smile was contagious and all who knew him loved him. He will be truly missed by all.
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HUSBAND, DADDY AND GRANDPA
I sit here and ponder how very much I'd
like to talk with you today. There are so
many things that we didn't get to say.
I know how much you care for us and
how much we care for you. Each time
that we think of you I know you'll miss
us too. An angel came and called your name
and took you by the hand and said
Your place is ready in Heaven far above, and
you have to leave behind all those you dearly love.
You had so much to live for, you had so much to do. It still seems impossible, that GOD was taking you. And though your life on earth is past, in Heaven it starts a new, you'll live for all eternity, just as GOD has promised you. And though you walked through
Heaven's gates we are never far apart. For every time we think of you, you're right here, deep with in our HEARTS.....
Happy was born December 21, 1954 in Charles City County to the late Gwendolyn Harris Hatcher and Vernon L. Miles Sr. He is preceded in death by his mother, father and brother; Leroy "Chip" Miles. He was educated in the Charles City County Public School System and later attended John Tyler Community College. He accepted Christ at a very young age. Happy was a faithful employee at Nabisco/Mondelez International for 20 years.
He leaves to cherish his memory a loving devoted wife of 20 years; two sons Bryon Harris Jr. and Anthony Tyler(Britanny); two daughters Bianca and Joy Harris; three grandchildren Teryn, Tayvion, and Iyana; his pet Yoshi; nine sisters Rondalynn Ali(Sam), Norita and Valerie Hatcher, Suzette Davis(Isaiah), Sherry Miles, Cathy Whitehead(Carl), Regina Charity(Russell), Lisa Jones, Teresa Clary(Larry); three brothers Alphus Miles (Josie), Vernon Miles Jr.(Alice) and Gordon Hatcher (Doreen); one sister-in-law Shirley Miles. A devoted Father and Mother at heart, James and Jan Overby; brothers at heart, Jerry and Jimmy Overby and Jamie Bradby; aunts Doretha Pierson (Arthur) Mildred Christian and one devoted mother at heart, Edna Jones; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Happy, loved his family and could be found fishing, hunting, bowling and grilling even in the rain for his family. He loved going to the casino, NHRA and NASCAR races. He was an active member of the Joker's Wild Club and the Charles City 4x4 Club for 20 plus years. He was an avid Steelers fan and enjoyed watching them play on Sunday afternoons. He enjoyed spending quality time with his wife, kids, grandchildren and friends. As his wife always said to him,"HAPPY YOU ARE THE JACKS OF ALL TRADES AND A MASTER OF NONE". His smile was contagious and all who knew him loved him. He will be truly missed by all.
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HUSBAND, DADDY AND GRANDPA
I sit here and ponder how very much I'd
like to talk with you today. There are so
many things that we didn't get to say.
I know how much you care for us and
how much we care for you. Each time
that we think of you I know you'll miss
us too. An angel came and called your name
and took you by the hand and said
Your place is ready in Heaven far above, and
you have to leave behind all those you dearly love.
You had so much to live for, you had so much to do. It still seems impossible, that GOD was taking you. And though your life on earth is past, in Heaven it starts a new, you'll live for all eternity, just as GOD has promised you. And though you walked through
Heaven's gates we are never far apart. For every time we think of you, you're right here, deep with in our HEARTS.....
Byron Leon Harris Sr. affectionately known by family and friends as "Happy" departed this life on Friday March 11, 2016.
Happy was born December 21, 1954 in Charles City County to the late Gwendolyn Harris Hatcher and Vernon L. Miles Sr. He is preceded in death by his mother, father and brother; Leroy "Chip" Miles. He was educated in the Charles City County Public School System and later attended John Tyler Community College. He accepted Christ at a very young age. Happy was a faithful employee at Nabisco/Mondelez International for 20 years.
He leaves to cherish his memory a loving devoted wife of 20 years; two sons Bryon Harris Jr. and Anthony Tyler(Britanny); two daughters Bianca and Joy Harris; three grandchildren Teryn, Tayvion, and Iyana; his pet Yoshi; nine sisters Rondalynn Ali(Sam), Norita and Valerie Hatcher, Suzette Davis(Isaiah), Sherry Miles, Cathy Whitehead(Carl), Regina Charity(Russell), Lisa Jones, Teresa Clary(Larry); three brothers Alphus Miles (Josie), Vernon Miles Jr.(Alice) and Gordon Hatcher (Doreen); one sister-in-law Shirley Miles. A devoted Father and Mother at heart, James and Jan Overby; brothers at heart, Jerry and Jimmy Overby and Jamie Bradby; aunts Doretha Pierson (Arthur) Mildred Christian and one devoted mother at heart, Edna Jones; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Happy, loved his family and could be found fishing, hunting, bowling and grilling even in the rain for his family. He loved going to the casino, NHRA and NASCAR races. He was an active member of the Joker's Wild Club and the Charles City 4x4 Club for 20 plus years. He was an avid Steelers fan and enjoyed watching them play on Sunday afternoons. He enjoyed spending quality time with his wife, kids, grandchildren and friends. As his wife always said to him,"HAPPY YOU ARE THE JACKS OF ALL TRADES AND A MASTER OF NONE". His smile was contagious and all who knew him loved him. He will be truly missed by all.
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HUSBAND, DADDY AND GRANDPA
I sit here and ponder how very much I'd
like to talk with you today. There are so
many things that we didn't get to say.
I know how much you care for us and
how much we care for you. Each time
that we think of you I know you'll miss
us too. An angel came and called your name
and took you by the hand and said
Your place is ready in Heaven far above, and
you have to leave behind all those you dearly love.
You had so much to live for, you had so much to do. It still seems impossible, that GOD was taking you. And though your life on earth is past, in Heaven it starts a new, you'll live for all eternity, just as GOD has promised you. And though you walked through
Heaven's gates we are never far apart. For every time we think of you, you're right here, deep with in our HEARTS.....
Happy was born December 21, 1954 in Charles City County to the late Gwendolyn Harris Hatcher and Vernon L. Miles Sr. He is preceded in death by his mother, father and brother; Leroy "Chip" Miles. He was educated in the Charles City County Public School System and later attended John Tyler Community College. He accepted Christ at a very young age. Happy was a faithful employee at Nabisco/Mondelez International for 20 years.
He leaves to cherish his memory a loving devoted wife of 20 years; two sons Bryon Harris Jr. and Anthony Tyler(Britanny); two daughters Bianca and Joy Harris; three grandchildren Teryn, Tayvion, and Iyana; his pet Yoshi; nine sisters Rondalynn Ali(Sam), Norita and Valerie Hatcher, Suzette Davis(Isaiah), Sherry Miles, Cathy Whitehead(Carl), Regina Charity(Russell), Lisa Jones, Teresa Clary(Larry); three brothers Alphus Miles (Josie), Vernon Miles Jr.(Alice) and Gordon Hatcher (Doreen); one sister-in-law Shirley Miles. A devoted Father and Mother at heart, James and Jan Overby; brothers at heart, Jerry and Jimmy Overby and Jamie Bradby; aunts Doretha Pierson (Arthur) Mildred Christian and one devoted mother at heart, Edna Jones; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Happy, loved his family and could be found fishing, hunting, bowling and grilling even in the rain for his family. He loved going to the casino, NHRA and NASCAR races. He was an active member of the Joker's Wild Club and the Charles City 4x4 Club for 20 plus years. He was an avid Steelers fan and enjoyed watching them play on Sunday afternoons. He enjoyed spending quality time with his wife, kids, grandchildren and friends. As his wife always said to him,"HAPPY YOU ARE THE JACKS OF ALL TRADES AND A MASTER OF NONE". His smile was contagious and all who knew him loved him. He will be truly missed by all.
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HUSBAND, DADDY AND GRANDPA
I sit here and ponder how very much I'd
like to talk with you today. There are so
many things that we didn't get to say.
I know how much you care for us and
how much we care for you. Each time
that we think of you I know you'll miss
us too. An angel came and called your name
and took you by the hand and said
Your place is ready in Heaven far above, and
you have to leave behind all those you dearly love.
You had so much to live for, you had so much to do. It still seems impossible, that GOD was taking you. And though your life on earth is past, in Heaven it starts a new, you'll live for all eternity, just as GOD has promised you. And though you walked through
Heaven's gates we are never far apart. For every time we think of you, you're right here, deep with in our HEARTS.....
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