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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Raymond Harris, 71 years old, born on June 18, 1949, and passed away on April 17, 2021. We will remember him forever.
I love you uncle Raymond. You are truly missed. Your light will continue to shine through your family. I know you are smiling down on us and cooking something good. Happy heavenly birthday. Love always.
Mr. Raymond my true friend I miss you my friend I miss you coming into the office or just waving at me as you check your mailbox. I'm miss your cakes you would bring me but most of all I'm miss the love you showed me when I first started working in the office at the Alms we clicked and I was your girl ever since. I remember the last day I saw you when the took you away and you never returned my heart broke because I felt that would be the last time I saw you I prayed so hard for you but I saw the pain you where in I'm miss you so much Mr. Raymond my dear friend love Gail.
I was happy to enjoy our time together, this is so unreal you passed April 16th I will never forget right before my my birthday, Karen and I we're in Dallas when that called came through. You are a defender of the Harris name lol and age of your siblings, as you say nothing get old but clothes. No more suffering nor pain nor Dr appointments. You rest easy now.
I love you uncle Raymond. You are truly missed. Your light will continue to shine through your family. I know you are smiling down on us and cooking something good. Happy heavenly birthday. Love always.
Mr. Raymond my true friend I miss you my friend I miss you coming into the office or just waving at me as you check your mailbox. I'm miss your cakes you would bring me but most of all I'm miss the love you showed me when I first started working in the office at the Alms we clicked and I was your girl ever since. I remember the last day I saw you when the took you away and you never returned my heart broke because I felt that would be the last time I saw you I prayed so hard for you but I saw the pain you where in I'm miss you so much Mr. Raymond my dear friend love Gail.
Raymond Harris, born to the late Dave and Francis Harris on
June 18, 1949 as their 8th child. Raymond made his own way within his family among his twelve
siblings. He was proceeded in death by sisters, Marie Carter, Norma Jean Watkins and his brothers Louis
Harris, James Harris, and Edward Harris.
Raymond is the son of a deacon and he spent his earlier
years serving the Lord at the Providence Baptist Church. He attended Bloom Elementary, Walnut Hills High
school and the University of Cincinnati.
Raymond had a very creative spirit. In is past time he
enjoyed fashion, cooking, family and having fun.
Raymond realized one of many talents when he helped organize
and modeled with the Check Mate Mannequin Models. He was in his element when he took to the
runway. Fashion brought him so much joy.
Raymond was famous among the family for his cooking and
baking skills.
He was very proud of his family, one of his favorite quotes
“We have Harris blood.” This simply implied that his family is strong, resilient and can endure all
things. Raymond will be remembered for his ability to make the whole room laugh.
Raymond battled lung cancer twice, he fought relentlessly
and was victorious. He was a 32year survivor, He celebrated annually by attending the annually
Cancer Society dinner cruise on the Ohio River with family and friends.
Raymond spent the last few years alongside the Homeless
Coalition as a social activist. He was selected to speak in Washington D. C. in efforts to preserve the
affordable housing at the Alms Apartments where he resided until his final day. He loved his community
and gave all that he could to protect and support all the residents of the Alms. He leaves Rosemary
Sheffield (Sister), Dave Harris (Brother), Regina Bell (Sister), Darlene Harris (Sister), Johnny Harris
(Brother), Renee Winbush (Sister) and Leonard Harris (Brother). He further leaves his son Ronnie and a
host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends to cherish him.
Raymond will be missed and was loved by many. Until we meet
again take your rest!
There will be a memorial celebration and June 19 th @12 Noon
at French Park, 3012 Section road, Cincinnati, OH 45237.
No one could sing How I got over like you did. So many Sunday in church .You forever getting me in those fashion shows, Teaching me how to walk the stage. Hey lady get over here I need to run to the store I live 25 min away!!!! Rest in peace. Walk the streets of Gold. Sing Hellelujah,shout trouble is over I going to thank him for all he don't for me. Take a bow Job well done. Tell the Angel's I be there soon.
We just reconnected with me living in Dallas, Texas for 38 years. We danced to 2:00 a.m. to the song (Dance with my father again) you, me and Karen we had so much fun. You spoke of the Harris family and couldn't wait to get together again. Uncle Raymond, I love you although you reminded me that I was the one that would tell everything when we were younger. Lol I still do. Rest easy God got you now. Until.