Rolland Lucien Harris

MADISON/DEERFIELD-Rolland "Rollie" Harris, age 82, of Deerfield, passed away on Sunday, April 10, at St. Mary's Hospital. He was born on Sept. 4, 1933, in Madison, the son of Robert and Marie (Schwoegler) Harris. Rollie graduated from Edgewood High School and enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1953. During his military career he worked as a Communication Specialist with the Secret Service under President Eisenhower and spent time in Paris. After returning, Rollie managed the Schwoegler Bowling Center. He later moved to Dallas, Texas in the 1970s to do mechanical work at the Don Carter Bowling Centers. Rollie enjoyed collecting cars and model trains. He especially enjoyed his daily walks with his Schnauzer on the Glacial Drumlin Trail. Rollie is survived by his sons, David Harris of Deerfield, Randy (Brigetta) Harris of Ft. Atkinson; and their mother, Lylee Ehster; grandchildren, Michelle (Sean) Staude, Valerie Harris and Alyssa Nelson; two sisters, Jeanna LeGray and Charmaine Scram; and his cousin and best friend, Bill Schwoegler. He was preceded in death by his parents. A celebration of life will be held at SCHWOEGLER PARK TOWNE LANES, 444 Grand Canyon Dr., Madison, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 21, 2016. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the UW School of Veterinary Medicine. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608)221-5420