1936
David
2022
David Harris
October 3, 1936 — August 21, 2022
David (Dave) Lee Harris, 85, of Decatur, journeyed from Earth to Heaven on August 21, 2022 leaving a trail for his loved ones to follow.
He was born October 3, 1936 in Decatur. Dad was married to Mom for 65 years > at age 20 and Mom 19. In his last days, Dad said his only regret is leaving Mom behind!
Dad’s profession for most of his life was helping people secure a financial future thru life insurance. He served as a Regional Manager for Globe Life the last 25 years of his career, with many years prior to with MetLife, first as an agent, thereafter as a District Manager. Dad and Mom were and are faithful life-long members of Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Decatur IL. His touch, his leadership, his love for people, his servanthood, and his goodness are cherished by many. The Heavenly Angels have welcomed a new member with the words “well done good & faithful servant”.
Dad blessed many organizations over his lifetime by serving in capacities as a Deacon, Coach, Member, Board of Director, or volunteer at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Babe Ruth Baseball, Lions Club, Life Insurance Agents Association, Warrensburg-Latham School Board, and many others.
Thank you Dave Harris for being an example to live by.
Dave leaves behind his wife of 65 years, Mary (Hickman) Harris; three sons: Dave (Jennifer), Todd (Kathy), Greg (Sharon); 6 Grandchildren; 9 Great Grandchildren; brother Larry Harris (Betty), sister Judy Madding (Jerry)
A Celebration of Dave’s Life will be 3:00 PM, Saturday August 27, 2022 at Brintlinger Funeral Home, 2827 N. Oakland Ave., Decatur IL 62526. Visitation will be 12:00 – 2:00 PM, Saturday at the funeral home.
Donations in Dave’s honor may be made to Alzheimer’s Association
He was born October 3, 1936 in Decatur. Dad was married to Mom for 65 years > at age 20 and Mom 19. In his last days, Dad said his only regret is leaving Mom behind!
Dad’s profession for most of his life was helping people secure a financial future thru life insurance. He served as a Regional Manager for Globe Life the last 25 years of his career, with many years prior to with MetLife, first as an agent, thereafter as a District Manager. Dad and Mom were and are faithful life-long members of Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Decatur IL. His touch, his leadership, his love for people, his servanthood, and his goodness are cherished by many. The Heavenly Angels have welcomed a new member with the words “well done good & faithful servant”.
Dad blessed many organizations over his lifetime by serving in capacities as a Deacon, Coach, Member, Board of Director, or volunteer at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Babe Ruth Baseball, Lions Club, Life Insurance Agents Association, Warrensburg-Latham School Board, and many others.
Thank you Dave Harris for being an example to live by.
Dave leaves behind his wife of 65 years, Mary (Hickman) Harris; three sons: Dave (Jennifer), Todd (Kathy), Greg (Sharon); 6 Grandchildren; 9 Great Grandchildren; brother Larry Harris (Betty), sister Judy Madding (Jerry)
A Celebration of Dave’s Life will be 3:00 PM, Saturday August 27, 2022 at Brintlinger Funeral Home, 2827 N. Oakland Ave., Decatur IL 62526. Visitation will be 12:00 – 2:00 PM, Saturday at the funeral home.
Donations in Dave’s honor may be made to Alzheimer’s Association
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of David Harris, please visit our flower store.
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