Edward Earl Harris

Harris, Edward Earl 88, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31, 2014. He was born in Bisbee, AZ on November 1, 1925 to John Earl and Frances (Burris) Harris. He was a lifelong resident of NM, but resided in Socorro for the last 68 years. Ed was a proud United States Veteran. He served in the Navy from 1944-1946. In 1996, Ed retired after 50 years of owning and operating Harris Brothers, alongside his brothers. It was a farming and land leveling business which he loved. He was very proud of his garden and enjoyed canning. Ed had a great interest and found joy in being a member of the Masonic Lodge, since 1958 and the Eastern Star, since 1965. Above all, Ed was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He loved his family and adored his grandchildren beyond measure. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Douglas Harris; and his brother in law, Joe Pete Wood. Ed is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Lillian J. (Sipes) Harris; his children, Leslie Van Winkle and husband, Rip; Keri Digbuy and husband, Shawn; Becky Cooper and husband, Kevin; Reed Allen and wife, Jeanita; Harold Hammack Jr. and wife, Sandy; Judy Bailey and husband, Ted; and Darlene Johnston; his brother, John Harris and wife, Bonnie; his sister, Ruth Wood; his sister in law, Judy Harris; and many nieces, nephews, other loving family members and close friends. Ed will also be greatly missed by his 13 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2014 at 12:00 pm at the Masonic Lodge - Socorro #9, 912 Leroy, Socorro, NM 87801. Inurnment will be held in the Socorro Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions or donations may be given in Ed's honor to the Good Samaritan Society, PO Box 1279, Socorro, NM 87801 or The Masonic Lodge - Socorro #9, please visit www.nmmasons.org. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Ed's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 309 Garfield St Socorro, NM 87801 575-835-1530