Harris, Robert

Robert E. Harris, age 60, of Williamsville, went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 18, 2008 at St. John’s Hospice in Springfield.

Mr. Harris was born on January 5, 1948 in Springfield, IL the son of Haskell and Gertie Lindsey Harris.

He graduated from Williamsville High School in 1966 and married Carol Robison on September 9, 1967.

He is preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law Duane, and 3 brothers-in-law Tom, Duane, and Louie.

Surviving by:Wife : Carol

Daughters : Laura Harris Cindy (Gary) Turnbull

Grandchildren- Alec, Aaron and Courtney

Sisters- Opal (Mitchell) Meredith Mary Ann (Steve) Orme Debra (Dave) Heaton Judy (Richard) Zillion Brother- Larry Harris

Sisters-in-law- Lois Thompson LuAnn Robison

Mother-in-law- Etta Robison

Several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.

He was a member of the Williamsville Christian Church and served in the leadership for many years. He also served as the Water and Sewer Superintendent for the village of Williamsville for 35 years.

He dearly loved his grandkids and dogs and enjoyed camping and fishing.

Visitation will be held on Sunday April 20, 2008 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Mott & Henning Funeral Home in Athens. Services will be held on Monday April 21 at 10:00 AM at the Williamsville Christian Church. Burial will be at the Walnut Hill Cemetery.

Rev. David Beals officiating.

Memorials to the Williamsville Christian Church.