Lloyd Raymond Harris

June 13, 1911 - August 12, 2008

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Services:
 

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, August 15, 2008 at 10:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Keith Schukraft officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.

Visitation:
 

Viewing/Visitation will be held on Friday, August 15, 2008 from 9:00 - 10:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home.
 

Lloyd Raymond Harris, 97, died peacefully August 12, 2008 at the St. Mary’s Nursing Center. Mr. Harris was a longtime resident of St. Mary’s County. He was born in Gallatin, MO on June 13, 1911 to the late Howard May Harris and Frankie Lee Jackson. He married his beloved wife of 59 years, Mary Catherine “Sis” Nelson at the Washington Cathedral in Washington DC on September 2, 1939. She preceded him in death in 1998. He was also preceded in death in 1998 by his beloved sister Margaret Harris. Mr. Harris served in the United States Army as an Assistant Chaplain. Following his army service he was employed in Washington, DC for the Federal Government for many years before retiring. He then worked in the tax department for the State of Maryland and retired in 1971. During his retirement he and his wife enjoyed traveling throughout the United States. He enjoyed playing cards, dancing and buying new cars. Ray loved life and most of all he enjoyed helping others and expecting nothing in return. He was devoted in the care of his wife and sister until their death. The family will receive friends in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD on Friday, August 15, 2008 from 9:00 – 10:00 AM with a funeral service to follow at 10:00 AM officiated by Rev. Keith Schukraft. Interment will follow at Charles Memorial Gardens in Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be: Frank Nelson, Donnie Bowles, Fred Nelson, Harry Nelson, Jr., Michael Russell and Roy Copsey. Contributions may be made to American Heart Association, 415 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201-4101.

Guestbook Signatures and Condolences

"Raymond and Sis were a neat couple and we liked them alot. May God comfort all of the family and their friends during this time. "
- Mike and Millie Huseman
- Posted: Tuesday, August 19, 2008

"We would like to express our deepest sympathy to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your loss."
- David & Tammy Russell
- Posted: Friday, August 15, 2008

"Jim, Pat & Family, We are sorry for your loss. Thinking of you in friendship, Carol Ann & Satch"
- Carol Ann & Satch Hall
- Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2008

"Uncle Raymond was one of a kind. He brought joy and happiness to the room when he came in. We all have wonderful memories of him to cherish. He is now with the love of his life Aunt Sis. We will see you both in the future. Rest in Peace Uncle Raymond! We all love you! "
- David & Sharyn Nelson (Tampa Florida)
- Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2008

"The Nelson family will surely miss him. Uncle Raymond & Aunt Sis was always there for my Mom and Dad. God Bless."
- Sylvia Gainey
- Posted: Thursday, August 14, 2008

"To Pat and Jim Copsey, whom Mr. Raymond Harris loved dearly, please know that your Uncle Raymond spoke very highly of you both, and he was grateful for all that you did for him. He was a great friend to all the Sunday morning worshipers at St. Mary's Nursing Home. We will all miss his enthusiasm in singing the hymns!"
- Cheryl Budd
- Posted: Wednesday, August 13, 2008

"Uncle Raymond was a wonderful person with a lot of kindness.He was easy to talk to. Very smart and gave good advice. He will be missed very much. May God Bless him and he is now at peace."
- Sue and Jarred Norris
- Posted: Wednesday, August 13, 2008

"Raymond was a wonderful brother-in-law. Always looking out for everyone. A beautiful person, who was loved very much and well be missed. God has called you home now, and you will be with Sis now, and forever.May you be blessed and rest in peace. "
- Betty Russell
- Posted: Wednesday, August 13, 2008

"I always enjoyed visiting him at the Nursing Center and taking things for his sweet tooth. He was a good friend to me and my mother.I will miss him and his cheerful smile and attitude. May God bless him."
- Linda Wolfe
- Posted: Wednesday, August 13, 2008

"Uncle Raymond always had a twinkle in his eye and a great love for his family. He was a wonderful human being and a role model to us all."
- Ellen and Wally Nelson
- Posted: Wednesday, August 13, 2008

"To Raymond's Family & Friends, He was a wonderful neighbor and friend to us. We missed him and Sis greatly when they moved from Charlotte Hall. His enthusiasm for life was an inspiration to us and we are thankful for having known him. May he rest in peace. "
- Donnie & Ellen Bowles
- Posted: Tuesday, August 12, 2008