Vernon Harris
October 12, 1923 - May 30, 2012
Obituary
ARGYLE/MADISON-Vernon D. Harris, age 88, of Argyle, formerly of Madison, passed away on Wednesday, May 30, 2012. He was born on Oct. 12, 1923, in Dodgeville, the son of Lott and Ida (Dammen) Harris. Vernon was a private 1st class in the U.S. Army Infantry during World War II serving from 1942 until 1945. He fought in the Invasion of Normandy as well as numerous other battles. Vernon was employed as a laborer for Oscar Mayer for 24 years and as custodian for the East Side Business Men’s Association for over 31 years where he was also a member. He belonged to VFW Post #7591. Vernon is survived by his sons; David (Julie), Steve (Gloria), Gary, Bob (Teri), Vernon (Jo), and Rocky (Cathy) Roberts; 26 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Averill Harris, and brother-in-law, Roger Gilbertson. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Raymond, Marcus, and Kermit; two sisters, Betty Gilbertson and Olivine Shepherd; and daughter, Sherry Harris. Funeral services for Vernon will be held at BLANCHARDVILLE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 305 Madison St., Blanchardville, at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 4, 2012. Burial will be at Graceland Cemetery with military honors. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON FITCHBURG FUNERAL HOME, 2950 Chapel Valley Road, Fitchburg, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 3, 2012, and from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Monday at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Monroe Clinic Hospice, 515 22nd Ave., Monroe, WI 53566.
Cemetery:
Burial will be at Graceland Cemetery with military honors.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Monroe Clinic Hospice, 515 22nd Ave., Monroe, WI 53566.
Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON FITCHBURG FUNERAL HOME, 2950 Chapel Valley Road, Fitchburg, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. and from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Monday at the church.
Funeral services for Vernon will be held at BLANCHARDVILLE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 305 Madison St., Blanchardville, at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 4, 2012.
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Hope Harris and family
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Grandpa, you touched so many lives. You will be dearly missed by your family and all who had the pleasure of meeting you. I guess God needed another angel. And He picked the very best. We know you will be watching over all of us. Until we meet again, may you rest in peace. We love you!!
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Jeff and Donna Fowler
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To the family of Vern, his memories will keep him alive in your hearts forever. RIP Vern.
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Margo McMicken
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Please know that you have my deepest sympathies. I am very sorry for your loss.
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janie
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My prayers and thoughts are with all of the Harris Family. Bob I am always here for you anytime...Let all your memories bring you all comfort..He is now watching over all ..a wonderful soul ..would of loved to have met him..He has an amazing family...prayers n hugs...janie
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Diane Mulcahy Conway
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Sorry to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of of you. Sorry we are not able to be at the visitation or funeral. We are making a donation to the Monroe Clinic Hospital in remembrance of your Dad. Take Care. Pete and Diane Mulcahy Conway