Joel T. Harris, 60, of Noblesville passed away October 26, 2017. He was born May 4, 1957 in Birmingham, Alabama to Charles and Katherine (Fairburn) Harris. He was employed by Brasfield and Gorrie out of Birmingham.
Joel is survived by his wife Kathy Harris; children Shane (Lyndi) and Amber Harris; step-daughter Kelley (Rob) White; brothers Dan (Mary Ann), Phil (Debbie), and Chris (Tracy) Harris; and grandchildren Zachary, Ada Grace, Madison, and Charlotte.
He is preceded in death by his parents and twin brother John Harris.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the spring and the details of that will be announced at a later date.
Dan and Barb Butz says
Dan and I are saddened by Joel’s passing. Enjoyed being with him at the Legion and he always was kind and friendly. Our deepest sympathy to you all
Eric and Marcia Awbrey says
Joel was a very kind sweet man and always enjoyed talking to him at the Legion. Our condolences to the family!!!
Linda Peine says
Kathy, so very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to all.
Charlie and Judy Holmes says
Kathy, so sorry for your loss. Joel was always very upbeat, kind and friendly. He gave me his Harley leather doo rag/cap even though I ride a Honda! He will be missed greatly by many. Our condolences to you and your family.
Julie and John Harrington says
John and I are so very sorry. Joel was one of the kindest most amazing men we ever had the honor of knowing! We love you all! Praying for peace and strength for everyone!
Ron and Jenny Clark says
Dear Kathy,
We’re so very sorry! Joel was an incredible man who always made people laugh. We are truly going to miss him. Heaven got quite an amazing angel today. All our love!
Marie Jones says
I am so sorry to hear of Joel’s passing. We went to school together. May He RIP My prayers and condolences go out to You and all the families.
Jan and Alan Wilhere says
Kathy, so very sorry to see this. Alan and I are so sorry for your loss. We didn’t know Joel well, but we do know he was one of the “good guys”. RIP Joel…
Terry Nay says
Kathy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Randall Kirk says
God bless you Joel, what a wonderful man! A great man and a great friend you always will be loved and missed . I hope there is a continuous coffee pot for you! Thanks for all the music and great times ole friend, and drinks. Love you and your family God bless.
Karen Watkins says
Kathy, am so sorry about Joel. I will keep you in my prayers.
Dennis & Lori Wright says
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this difficult time, all our best.
Jenna M. says
I am terribly sorry for your loss. May you take comfort in knowing that every single tear that falls from our eyes, does not escape our loving Heavenly Father’s notice. He is aware of our pain and promises to end all suffering. Notice his thoughts at (Revelation 21:3,4)
May these words be a source of comfort to all.
Vernon Kittrell says
Kathy,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your entire family. You have my deepest sympathies and condolences.
Tina Brown says
My thoughts and prayers to you Kathy and your family. Joel was one of the genuine and nicest man I’ve ever met! He will be deeply missed! RIP Joel! ❤️
Kathy and Chuck Babbs says
Kathy and Kelly, Zack, Rob and all of Joel’s other family and friends..I’d like to share one of the greatest promises that our Lord has made to His people who are mourning……..We greatly miss the friendship and comfort of those who have gone ahead of us to Heaven. But thanks be to God that our sorrow need not be the crushing despair of many who don’t know Christ. We know we have a champion in heaven (WHO HAS CONQUERED DEATH.) So therefore we know FOR SURE that our dear ones are also living there with Him. One day there will be a celebration unlike any before. We will be reunited with all we love when Christ brings them from heaven.
Unfortunately.. I never got the pleasure of meeting Joel but I know that he was a great and caring man with a heart of gold. I’m certain that he will be deeply missed and all who loved and knew him will have to somehow pick up the pieces and go on without him being here on this earth anymore……….BUT for Joel,,, ” he has just begun to live his Best life now” in God’s perfect and everlasting kingdom where there is NO MORE sickness, sorrow, sadness or death. How awsome that will be!
Paula Taylor Compton says
God’s grace sweet Jobo. Until we meet again…
Paula
Laurie Matt-Amaral says
Joel was a great person and all around down to earth man. He was truly a blessing for us to meet and care for and we are all deeply saddened by his passing.
With deepest sympathy,
Staff at Akron General Hematology/Oncology