Richard Harris Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Richard Harris of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, born in Newark, New Jersey, who passed away on August 18, 2021, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his spouse Margit H. Harris (Lehigh University); his children, Rick Harris (Pam) of Swarthmore, PA, Rem Harris (Sarah) of Shaker Heights, Meg Harris (Rich Vadnal) of Shaker Heights and Noel Harris of Cleveland Heights; his grandchildren, Avery, Nick, Katie, Anna, Allie, Athena and Lydia; his great grandchildren, Ada and Lela; his brother Robert Harris (Carol); and his close friend Jane Montgomery.
In 1957 Dick met the love of his life, Margit Hammalian, while Lehigh University was temporarily shut down due to a flu pandemic.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his name to Arts Renaissance Tremont (https://artconcerts.org) or Fairmount Presbyterian Church (https://fpccle.org).
