James Wendell Harris Obituary
The memory of James Wendell Harris of Mount Vernon, Illinois, who passed away on January 28, 2025 at the age of 96, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Wendell Harris to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Cyril Harris and Mabel Harris (Harlow). He is survived by: his wife Virginia Fern Harris (Anderson); his children, Devan "Dumpy" Harris (Reta) of Mount Vernon, Illinois and Christine Harris of Mt. Vernon, Illinois; his grandson Eric Harris (Autumn) of Mount Vernon, Illinois; his great grandchildren, Samantha, Alexis, Isabel, Mackynze and Colton Harris of Mount Vernon, Illinois; and his sister Virgene Pearce of Mount Vernon, Illinois..
Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 2nd 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the Newell Funeral Home (601 S 42nd St, Mt Vernon, IL 62864). A funeral service will be held on Sunday, February 2nd 2025 at 1:30 PM at the same location.
Memorials may be made in James' honor to East Salem Cemetery.
