Cecil Harris 1927-2015

Graveside services for Cecil Burnard “Jr.” Harris, 88, of Midland, formerly of Wills Point was held Dec. 11, 2015, at Union Grove Cemetery north of Wills Point with Pastor David Cartwright officiating.  Services were under the direction of Allan Fuller Funeral Home in Wills Point.

Mr. Harris died Dec. 5, 2015, in Midland.

He was born on March 24, 1927, in Wills Point the son of James Amos and Cecil Val Dodson Harris. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served during World War II.  During his service he received a Victory Medal. He was an entrepreneur and owned his own business, Harris Rat Hole Service for 45 years. He shared his life and success with his beloved wife, Wanda of 65 years. Together they raised two boys, Terry and James. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially if it involved fishing and hunting.  He loved quality time with his family and doting on his five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Amos and Cecil Harris; two brothers, Dodson Harris and James Harris; two sisters, Myrl Rankin and Peggy Stroud; and a son, Jerry Lynn Harris.

He is survived by his wife, Wanda Harris of Midland; two sons, Terry Harris of Midland and James Harris of Colorado City; five grandchildren, Brent Harris, Jennifer Nunley, Justin Harris, Katherine Harris and Brandon Harris; 11 great-grandchildren and numerous friends.

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