Tom P Harris
December 6, 1921 ~ April 7, 2010
ROCKY MOUNT - Tom Pettus Harris Sr., 88, passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2010. He was born December 6, 1921 in Nash County. He was preceded in death by father, Charles Waverly Harris; mother, Eloise Pettus Harris; two sisters, Mary Shore and Bernice Lucas; and brother, Charles Waverly Harris Jr.
A native of Rocky Mount, Tom was the President and CEO of Harris-Cuttrell. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church and West Haven Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder and deacon. He was on the Board of Directors of Planters Bank, the Salvation Army, and Benvenue Country Club. He was also a member of the N.C. Tennis Association. Tom relocated to Wilmington in 2002.
Tom leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 61 years, Alma Stinson Harris; son, Tom P. Harris Jr. and wife Jonnie; daughter, Lynn Harris Davis, all of Wilmington; and grandchildren, Christy Lee Botros and husband Lucas of Greenville, Hayes Lee of Atlanta GA, Phillip Lee of Greenville, and Tom "T" Harris III of Morehead City. Tom also is survived by nephews, Thomas Lucas and wife Brenda of Rocky Mount, Reese Shore and wife Jean of Fayetteville and Carl Lucas of Oregon; and niece Janet Butler of Oxford.
The family will receive friends and relatives from 7:30 - 9:00pm Friday, April 9, 2010 at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home. A celebration of Tom's Life will be held at 11:00am Saturday, April 10, 2010 at the First Presbyterian Church in Rocky Mount. A private family burial will take place at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Salvation Army, 420 Paul Street, Rocky Mount NC 27803 or First Presbyterian Church, 153 N. Church Street, Rocky Mount NC 27802.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount NC. You may share your memories and send the family condolences online by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
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Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 4/9, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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First Presbyterian Church
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Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Saturday 4/10, 11:00 am
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Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Tom, Jr., I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Throughout my professional career, your Dad was easily the most admired individual I was ever associated with. He was truly a man of integrity who was so proud of his family and he ran his company the same way, as his extended family. I can remember a conversation the two of us had one time and it was basically about how proud he was of you and the job you were doing with the company. He was a very proud man when it came to his family. He will be greatly missed by all, but his legacy will always be apart of each of us. My condolences go out to you and your entire family. Sincerely, Ben Goins 1036 Winterfield Drive Mooresville, NC 28115
Tom, please know that we are thinking about you and your family after your loss. Regards, Richard and Joanie Hall
Dear Harris Family – I was saddened to hear about the death of Tom, Sr. last night. I have many fond memories of the 12 years that I spent with Tom, Sr., Tom, Jr., and the rest of the Harris-Cuthrell family. It was truely a blessed time in my life of which I will never forget. Thanks for the great memories, and you have my deepest sympathy for your loss. Sincerely, Jeff Stone 167 Bogey Lane Salem, VA 24153
Tom, Jr., My condolences to you and your family. You remain in my thoughts. Roger Moon 121 Beechmont Dr. Morganton, N.C. 28655
Our deepest sympathy..Sonny Belcher and family
27 Years ago Mr. Harris gave me a chance at a new life. I was changing careers and had no experience in sales or the sporting goods and distribution business. For the next 11 years I was able to feed, clothe, house my family and educate my daughters because of Mr. Harris giving me that chance. Most importantly I learned from him the true meaning of honesty and integrity in both my professional and personal life. The friendships that I made at Harris-Cuthrell, Inc are among the most important and enduring ones that I have. I thank God that Mr. Harris came into my life at a time when I needed someone like him the most. Next to my father, I have never respected anyone more than him. Well Done – Good and Faithful Servant! Godspeed! Charles Drawdy 768 White Oak Lane Tryon, NC 28782 828.894.3893