George William Harris

Mr. George William Harris, age 88 of Stuart, Virginia passed away on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at his home.  He was born in West Virginia on January 20, 1930 to the late Henry Ellis Harris and Mae Castello Harris.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one sister, Zenda Mae Biggs.  Mr. Harris was a member of Sycamore Baptist Church.  George was a hardworking man, who never met a stranger and loved his family dearly.

        Mr. Harris is survived by his wife of 65 years, Catherine Biggs Harris of the home; four children, Debbie Handy and partner, Luke DelPo of Smith Mountain Lake, Patty Hazelwood and husband, Danny of Stuart, George H. Harris and wife, Beverly of Stuart, and Kevin Harris and wife, Dottie of Martinsville; seven grandchildren, Stephanie Burton, Michael Hazelwood (Leigh Ann), Misty Roberts (Andy), Chris Harris (Leanne), Kristen Harris, Kayla Soots, and Brandon Harris (Jessica); eleven great grandchildren, and a half sister, Helen Spencer of Roanoke.

        A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 7:00 pm at Moody Funeral Home Chapel in Stuart with Pastor Gerald Melton officiating.  Burial will be private.  The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until time of the service on Saturday evening at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers the family request memorial donations be made to Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care, 18981 Jeb Stuart Hwy., Stuart, VA  24171 or to Alzheimer’s Association, Patrick County Chapter, P.O. Box 1301, Stuart, VA  24171.  Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.moodyfuneralservices.com.