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John Mitchell Harriss of Harlem, Georgia, passed away peacefully, leaving a significant impact on his community. Visitation and memorial services are planned to honor his life. Family and friends are invited to celebrate his contributions and values at various gatherings, including a virtual option for those unable to attend in person. Harriss will be remembered for his dedication to his faith and service to others.
Harlem, Georgia
John Mitchell Harriss, age 82, of Harlem, Georgia, passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 5, 2025, at the Piedmont Augusta Summerville Campus Hospital. His loss is felt by many in the community, where he was a familiar and cherished presence.
Visitation for family and friends will take place on Friday, August 8, 2025, from 7 PM to 9 PM at Starling Funeral Home, located at 435 West Milledgeville Road, Harlem, Georgia. This gathering will offer an opportunity for loved ones to pay their respects and celebrate Harriss’s life.
A formal celebration of life is scheduled for Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 2 PM, and will be held at the Harlem Methodist Church. This service will reflect on Harriss’s life achievements, his values, and the impact he had on those around him.
In addition to these services, a memorial service is planned at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 3 PM. The Kingdom Hall is located at 5587 Wrightsboro Road, Grovetown, Georgia. Harriss was a devoted member of the Kingdom Hall, having joined in 1992 where he served faithfully as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses for 31 years until his passing.
For community members and friends who are unable to attend the memorial service in person, a Zoom option will be available. Those interested in participating virtually can text 706-513-3938 to obtain the necessary login credentials, ensuring that everyone who wishes to honor Harriss can do so remotely.
A full obituary detailing Harriss’s life, contributions, and family will be accessible at www.starlingfuneral.com. This obituary was posted online on August 8, 2025, and has been published in the Augusta Chronicle.
John Mitchell Harriss’s passing is a significant loss to his family, friends, and the local community. Throughout his life, he made lasting impressions on many as he committed himself to his faith and to service within his community.
His dedication and sincerity will be remembered by those he served alongside, his friends, and his family, as they gather to celebrate his life and the legacy he leaves behind.
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