Andrew Jackson Harris Jr

Andrew Jackson Harris, Jr age 80, of Sanford, NC, passed away Monday, October 16, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born in Upshur County, on September 28, 1943, to the late Andrew Jackson Harris, Sr and Ona Alice Riffle Harris.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Lillian Harris and a daughter Erika Jacobs.  Mr. Harris was retired from the US Army where he served his country for 25 and half years.

Surviving relatives include his current wife, Margaret Harris of their home; sons James Harris (Cheri) of GA, Shawn Harris (Ivey) of High Point, and Samuel Harris (Genesis) of Morrisville; daughters, Laura Ostermayer (John) of PA, Francie Riegler (Eric) of MI, Ginger Hartley of Fayetteville, Helena Gaster of Aberdeen, Charlotte Ervin of Cameron, Jessica Starliper of WV, and Ashley Smith of PA; sisters Robin McPherson (Mark) of Spring Lake, and Teresa Float (Michael) of FL; thirty-eight grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, from 3 to 5PM at Bridges-Cameron Funeral Home.  A celebration of life will be held at Crossroads Ministries on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at 1PM with Pastor Chris Pipes officiating. 

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