William Keith Harris

William Keith Harris age 77 sunrise June 21, 1942 and sunset April 16, 2020 passed away peacefully at home. He is preceded in death by parents Paul and Gertrude A. Harris, brothers Edward Bowyer; Harry; Herman and James (Jimmy) Harris.

William is survived by wife Carolyne; brother Bruce Harris and sister Mary Robinson children Alicia (Michael) Cox, William Harris, Paul Harris of Columbus Tyrone (Tasha) Harris of Mt. Sterling Ohio; step-daughters; Rhonda (Lester) Howard, Lynetta (Clark) Stonewall; several grandchildren; great grandchildren; nieces and nephews and other family members.

William was born in Middleport, Ohio and graduated from Middleport High School and Hocking Technical College. He and his good friend Manning Baumgardner excelled in football earning several awards and accomplishments. Family and friends believe that had he not been drafted into United States Army he may have had a career in the sport. He enjoyed a simple but good life watching sports and movies his favorite was football and was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan. He enjoyed vacationing; traveling spending time with family and friends and his numerous dogs he owned thru the years.

William will rest at Greenlawn Cemetery, with Military Honors May 8, 2020 (private burial)

The Harris family would like to thank all the friends and family who offered their condolences during their time of need. A special Thanks to Larissa of Marlan J. Gary Funeral Home, The Chapel of Peace East. Columbus, Ohio.