Aaron B. Harris, age 69, passed on January 26, 2023.
The funeral service will be held at 12:00 P.M., Saturday, February 4, 2023, at the Josh Gibson Center, Gibson Way, Buena Vista, Georgia. Burial will follow at Zion Baptist Church Cemetery, Cusseta, Georgia.
Graveside services, including burials, are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.
Aaron B. Harris was born December 26, 1953, in Wetumpka, Alabama to the late George and Mary Harris. He was educated in the public school system of Wetumpka, Alabama where he attended W.D.W High School. After receiving his education, he went on to move to Buena Vista, Georgia in the early 1970’s. While trying to find a new direction in life, he happened to meet the love of his life, his soul-mate, Pearlene Kelley. He began his work career with the Marion County School System for 31 years; 22 years with the elementary school and 9 years with Southwest Georgia Head Start. Aaron also worked for the Buena Vista Postal Service and Redman Trailer Plant in Richland, Georgia. He was an attentive custodian, repair technician, painter, and maintenance technician. Aaron had a natural heart, spirit, and desire for business and became an entrepreneur in more ways than one. He gave his life to God and became a devoted member of Shelton Temple Church of God in Christ. He started as a Deacon and was later promoted to a Licensed Minister under Pastor Shelton in 2006. He went on to receive his Elder license at the Bible College in Albany, Georgia under Pastor Willie Oates. Aaron was one who wholeheartedly loved God with all of his being. He will always be remembered for his kindness, generosity, straightforwardness, work ethic, and caring spirit.
Preceding Aaron in death were his siblings, Georgia, Rowena, Love, Marydeen, George, and John, and his beloved son Tyrone Davis.
Aaron was blessed with a large and loving family. He leaves to cherish his loving and lasting memories to his beautiful and devoted wife of 50 years, Pearlene Harris. Ten children Bernice Davis, Douglas, Georgia; Jerrell Harris (Tashekia) of Buena Vista, Georgia; Amos Harris, Buena Vista, Georgia; Benjie Harris, Marietta, Georgia; Quena Harris, Buena Vista, Georgia; Trandon Harris, Marietta, Georgia; Carl Harris, Marietta, Georgia; Mario Harris (Alicia) of Warner Robins, Georgia; Tammy Harris-Thomas (Harold II) of Americus, Georgia; Atara Harris (Chanel) Marietta Georgia; he leaves behind 23 amazing grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Two wonderful sisters: Margaret Day and Minnie P. Williams both of Wetumpka, Alabama: a supportive brother-in-law: Curtis Kelley (Fannie) Buena Vista, Georgia; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, friends, and a community that truly respected and loved him dearly.
The funeral service will be held at 12:00 P.M., Saturday, February 4, 2023, at the Josh Gibson Center, Gibson Way, Buena Vista, Georgia. Burial will follow at Zion Baptist Church Cemetery, Cusseta, Georgia.
Graveside services, including burials, are likely to be held on ground that is uneven, which is out of the control of Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. We ask that you take this into consideration when choosing footwear, such as shoes with high, thin heels. Please be advised that Oglethorpe Funeral Chapel, Inc. will not be held responsible for injuries at a grave site because of this.
Aaron B. Harris was born December 26, 1953, in Wetumpka, Alabama to the late George and Mary Harris. He was educated in the public school system of Wetumpka, Alabama where he attended W.D.W High School. After receiving his education, he went on to move to Buena Vista, Georgia in the early 1970’s. While trying to find a new direction in life, he happened to meet the love of his life, his soul-mate, Pearlene Kelley. He began his work career with the Marion County School System for 31 years; 22 years with the elementary school and 9 years with Southwest Georgia Head Start. Aaron also worked for the Buena Vista Postal Service and Redman Trailer Plant in Richland, Georgia. He was an attentive custodian, repair technician, painter, and maintenance technician. Aaron had a natural heart, spirit, and desire for business and became an entrepreneur in more ways than one. He gave his life to God and became a devoted member of Shelton Temple Church of God in Christ. He started as a Deacon and was later promoted to a Licensed Minister under Pastor Shelton in 2006. He went on to receive his Elder license at the Bible College in Albany, Georgia under Pastor Willie Oates. Aaron was one who wholeheartedly loved God with all of his being. He will always be remembered for his kindness, generosity, straightforwardness, work ethic, and caring spirit.
Preceding Aaron in death were his siblings, Georgia, Rowena, Love, Marydeen, George, and John, and his beloved son Tyrone Davis.
Aaron was blessed with a large and loving family. He leaves to cherish his loving and lasting memories to his beautiful and devoted wife of 50 years, Pearlene Harris. Ten children Bernice Davis, Douglas, Georgia; Jerrell Harris (Tashekia) of Buena Vista, Georgia; Amos Harris, Buena Vista, Georgia; Benjie Harris, Marietta, Georgia; Quena Harris, Buena Vista, Georgia; Trandon Harris, Marietta, Georgia; Carl Harris, Marietta, Georgia; Mario Harris (Alicia) of Warner Robins, Georgia; Tammy Harris-Thomas (Harold II) of Americus, Georgia; Atara Harris (Chanel) Marietta Georgia; he leaves behind 23 amazing grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Two wonderful sisters: Margaret Day and Minnie P. Williams both of Wetumpka, Alabama: a supportive brother-in-law: Curtis Kelley (Fannie) Buena Vista, Georgia; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, friends, and a community that truly respected and loved him dearly.
RSS Feed