Helen P. Harris' Obituary
Decatur-Helen P. Harris, 97, of Decatur, passed away Monday, August 31, 2015 at Keystone Meadows of Decatur.
Helen was born November 4, 1917 in Fayette County, Illinois, the daughter of Alva and Bessie Cole.
Helen was devoted to her family throughout her life. She enjoyed playing cards, golfing, the beach and friends and family gatherings.
Surviving include one son, Jack Harris, two daughters, Janet Shurtleff (Dick) Judi Moss (Thom), seven grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and her brother Nelson Cole.
Helen was preceded in death by her parents, husband Bernard of sixty-three years, and one brother Hayden Cole.
The family wishes to express their gratitude for the skilled and compassionate care she received at Keystone Meadows.
Private family entombment will be at the Star of Hope Mausoleum in Graceland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Cancer Care Specialists of Central Illinois.
The family of Helen P. Harris is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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