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Emma Harris Obituary

A resident of Kentwood, died at 1:43 p.m. on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at her residence. She was born March 3, 1932 in Poplarville, MS and was 80 years of age. Visitation at New Zion Baptist Church, Kentwood, from 9 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, February 20, 2013. Services conducted by Rev. Richard Sandberg. Interment New Zion Cemetery, Kentwood. Survived by 2 sons, Ronald Calvin Harris, Tylertown, MS, Joseph Steven "Steve" Harris, Baton Rouge, 8 grandchildren, Ronnie Gerald Harris and wife, Dana, Tina, Stevie, Melissa, Laura, Amanda, Nathan and Julie Harris, 4 great grandchildren, Sarah, Christian, DJ and Dallas, 2 brothers, George Mitchell and Monroe Mitchell and 2 sisters, Josie Spears and Peggy Parson. Preceded in death by husband, Henry A. Harris and parents, Joseph and Viola Mitchell. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 18 to Feb. 19, 2013.
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Grandma, I know you are watching over me, and I hope one day I can make you as proud of me as you were while you were still here. I know you are happy being back in pawpaw's arms again, and hope you send love from us here as well. You were a wonderful grandma, and you will be forever missed. I will continue to tell my babies what wonderful great grandparents they had, and show them the pictures of your holding them when they were born! First memories are usually the best. Sarah has become a very head strong young lady and reminds me a lot of you sometimes. I know she will also make you proud. Although this guest book will close in a couple days, our hearts will remain open with a huge reminder of who you were and what you stood for. I only hope that I can one day live up to your expectations. I love and miss you so much, and look forward to the day that we will reunite again.

Tina Tolbert

March 18, 2013

I love and miss you so much grandma! There's not a day that goes by that your not constantly in my thoughts! I carry you with me with every step I take. Thank you for being such a wonderful grandmother!

Tina Tolbert

March 5, 2013

Amanda, Laura, Julie & Nathan,
I am so sorry for your loss. May you take comfort in knowing that she at peace and without any illness now.

Deborah Ashford

February 19, 2013

Such a sweet lady! I know she will be greatly missed. You all are in my prayers.

Marla Michel

February 19, 2013

Grandma, you are such an inspirational to me. You have taught me so much over the years that i will never forget about. I now picture you and pawpaw walking the streets of gold side by side!

I miss and love you so much, and I am so sorry I didn't make it on time! I hope to see you again when it is my time.

Tina Tolbert

February 19, 2013

Laura Harris

February 19, 2013

Mrs Emma was such a sweetheart of a lady,and so gracious. Our deepest sympathy and our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Ann & Lynn Huff

February 19, 2013

Our sympathy, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Lamar & Carolyn Bates

February 19, 2013

We miss and love you so much grandma..

Dana Harris

February 19, 2013

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