Michael Timothy Harris' Obituary
Decatur-Michael Timothy Harris Sr., 54, of Decatur, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2013 in his home with his fiancé by his side.
Michael was born October 9, 1959, in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of Donald Ray and Vera (Hensley) Harris. He was previously employed as a flooring installer. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, yard work, and drawing.
Michael leaves behind his fiancé Teresa Tate their dogs Tater and Jack, children Shannon Harris of Foley, Missouri, Michael T. Harris Jr. of Wentzville, Missouri, Matthew Harris of Winfield, Missouri, and Megan Harris of Bridgeton, Missouri, grandchildren Levi Hackman Jr. and Bentley Harris, mother Vera Harris, brothers Tom, Vince, and Donald “Butch” Harris, and sister Donna Engleskin.
Michael was preceded in death by his father, grandparents, and brother Jeffery Harris.
Services to celebrate Michael’s life will be 6 p.m. Monday, November 4, 2013 at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to the family in c/o Teresa Tate.
The family of Michael Timothy Harris Sr. 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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