Memories of Leigh "Tim" B Harris II

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Leigh "Tim" B Harris II

Glenville, NC

July 19, 1928 - February 6, 2021

Jul 19, 1928 - Feb 6, 2021

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Mark Allsworth

To the Harris clan: I know that today is an anniversary of sorts, so thinking of Mr. H today. Such a great man who is sorely missed. It was great seeing some of you at the Al Levine weekend. Hope to see you all again soon!

Love,

Allsy & Mindy

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Wendy Alexander

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Paige Hyatt

Great man, amazing family. Mr. H lived every day with integrity, humor and joy. He made any place better and brought sincere friendship to every interaction, no matter how small or passing. His glow was warm and pervasive, and I always walked away with a happier heart. Heaven is more welcoming with Tim Harris there.

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Laura Bluhm

How do you even begin to put into words the impact Mr. H had on the people around him? He is one that walked and talked his character every day. Whether in the classroom, in the gym, or on the mountain - he showed how much he cared for others - and he made everyone around him better - just by being. His joy of life (along with Mrs. H.) was contagious, and the time spent at Highlander a gift. I am honored and thankful to have known him. Prayers of peace and comfort to the entire Harris family - may his joy fill you as you reflect on the memories of a life well lived. Laura (Rhino)

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Beth Tarantino Stephan

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Samantha Reynolds

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Bob Woodrow

Just heard about Tim. So sorry to hear. He had a good life and was well loved by all of us. I am sorry that I can 't make the memorial in August. My love to the family. You are in my prayers.

Woody

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Robert Sponder

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Dale Sparacino

Thank you, Robbie . We look forward to seeing you! Thank you, Robbie . We look forward to seeing you! Thank you, Robbie . We look forward to seeing you!... Read more

Riley Burch

I worked camp highlander 3 summers over a period of 4 years. On my last year, Mr. Harris awarded me with a book about the history of the Appalachian trail as he knew how much I loved all the hiking. On the first page of the book Tim thanked me for showing my boys what true nature was really like and ended by saying "So here is my creed and how I love it, beauty in earth and God above it" his creed has become my own. The book he gave me 52 years ago remains a permanent fixture on my coffee table to this day. I will forever have him in my heart. Riley V. Burch

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Dale Sparacino

Riley, I always have loved and appreciated how you connected with Mom and Dad in their later years. It meant... Read more Riley, I always have loved and appreciated how you connected with Mom and Dad in their later years. It meant very much to each... Read more Riley, I always have loved and appreciated how you ... Read more

Emily Pulsifer

I send loads of love to your family as your celebrate your father/grandfather/great-grandfather's amazing life. While I was just a tiny footnote in the life of Mr. H., I feel so fortunate to have met and shared meals with him in Christ School's dining hall over the past decade. He was always so sweet to me, and it warmed my heart to witness the love he showed Dale and Leigh -- and their love for him.

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Dale Sparacino

Emily, thank you so much for your thoughts and love. I am so glad that you knew Dad and that you were able... Read more Emily, thank you so much for your thoughts and love. I am so glad that you knew Dad and that you were able to experience his ... Read more Emily, thank you so much for your thoughts and love.... Read more

Marcie and Ben Dowling

Dale, Leigh, and the entire Harris family,

Our condolences at the passing of your patriarch, Tim. What a rich life he lived and a wonderful family he raised. Take great comfort in knowing that he is reunited with your mom.

Respectfully,
Marcie and Ben Dowling

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Dale Sparacino

Ben and Marcie, thank you for your sentiments. We were so blessed to have Dad as long as we did, and there... Read more Ben and Marcie, thank you for your sentiments. We were so blessed to have Dad as long as we did, and there IS great comfort in... Read more Ben and Marcie, thank you for your sentiments. We ... Read more

Canaan Himmelbaum

Wishing we could be there to celebrate such a fine man.

With Love

Canaan and Sarah Himmelbaum

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Dale Sparacino

Thank you, Canaan. I have saved the great picture of you and Dad on the road in front of the office...With... Read more Thank you, Canaan. I have saved the great picture of you and Dad on the road in front of the office...With a grateful heart, ... Read more Thank you, Canaan. I have saved the great picture ... Read more

John Bryant

Tim changed my life. He instilled in me a sense of worth and confidence in me that was sorely needed when... Read more Tim changed my life. He instilled in me a sense of worth and confidence in me that was sorely needed when I was 18, and had no... Read more Tim changed my life. He instilled in me a sense of... Read more

Dale Sparacino

Karen 'Duck' Quinlan

Canaan Himmelbaum

Samantha Reynolds

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Chris Dangerfield

Beautiful photo I hope you have framed. Your dad loved his children. I was honored to know your dad thru ... Read more Beautiful photo I hope you have framed. Your dad loved his children. I was honored to know your dad thru Tim and you Dale. Love,... Read more Beautiful photo I hope you have framed. Your dad loved... Read more

Dale Sparacino

Karen 'Duck' Quinlan

Samantha Reynolds

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Chris Dangerfield

Stunning couple. Stunning couple. Stunning couple.

Dale Sparacino

Karen 'Duck' Quinlan

Samantha Reynolds

Dale Sparacino

Karen 'Duck' Quinlan

Samantha Reynolds

Chris Dangerfield

Heather Haley

Mr. Harris was my Math teacher at Pine Crest in the 80’s. He taught me geometry in 9th grade. He saved me. When I was down, and needed extra help, he came to me and told me he would help me anyway he could. Obviously, I will never forget that. It was 40 years ago. Then, I went to Camp Highlander and had the most incredible summer of my life! He was such an incredible leader. In 2003, I moved to Acworth, Georgia, and as fate would have it, I ended up being one of the Dance Teachers to his granddaughters- Lacey & Tori were amazing dancers and more importantly, wonderful young ladies. The apple does not fall far from the Harris Lineage tree. The Harris family is amazing. I am privileged and blessed to have had Mr. Harris as a big influence in my life, and very fortunate to hopefully have influenced his grandchildren in some capacity in their lives. My condolences and blessings to all! Much love.God bless. Xoxo 😘

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Dale Sparacino

Emily Harris

Canaan Himmelbaum

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Dale Sparacino

Heather, wow, what a story! Thank you for sharing; what a small world, and what a blessing for our family!... Read more Heather, wow, what a story! Thank you for sharing; what a small world, and what a blessing for our family! Dad's grandchildren... Read more Heather, wow, what a story! Thank you for sharing;... Read more

Chris Hauck

Coach Harris got me into wrestling my senior year at PC and was a patient teacher while I gave it my best. It ended up becoming a love for me and I wrestled all through college and well beyond. I coached wrestling and football too and Coach Harris got it all started for me. My condolences to all of you. Peace and love to you all.

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Dale Sparacino

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Dale Sparacino

Chris, thank you so much for sharing this memory of our Dad. It means a lot to know the he had impact on... Read more Chris, thank you so much for sharing this memory of our Dad. It means a lot to know the he had impact on you. Chris, thank you so much for sharing this memory of... Read more

Chris Hauck

Love and peace to you Dale and to your family. Love and peace to you Dale and to your family. Love and peace to you Dale and to your family.

Karen 'Duck' Quinlan

My heart and prayers are with Tim, Dale, Leigh, Donna, and the entire Harris Family. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Your Dad was one of a kind! He touched SO MANY of our lives and always made EVERYONE feel special. Without your Dad's guidance and encouragement, I would never have had the magical, life changing experience that is 'Camp Highlander'. So many joys, adventures, and lessons that impact how I live my life each and every day.

Mr 'H' (and Mrs Harris) will forever hold a very special place in my heart and those memories will always bring a smile.

Hugs and Love and Deepest Sympathy, Duck

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Dale Sparacino

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Dale Sparacino

"Duck"...ah, the memories. Thank you so much for your tale of Dad (and Mom) and the influence he/they had... Read more "Duck"...ah, the memories. Thank you so much for your tale of Dad (and Mom) and the influence he/they had on you at school and... Read more "Duck"...ah, the memories. Thank you so much for your... Read more

Val Steele

I agree with Duck! Mr H was my geometry teacher and then he and Mrs H were a big part of my Highlander experience,... Read more I agree with Duck! Mr H was my geometry teacher and then he and Mrs H were a big part of my Highlander experience, which shaped... Read more I agree with Duck! Mr H was my geometry teacher and... Read more

Jeff Steele

My sister, Val, snagged me in the summer of '86 to come down to Camp and help with staffing. It was an easy... Read more My sister, Val, snagged me in the summer of '86 to come down to Camp and help with staffing. It was an easy decision to leave ... Read more My sister, Val, snagged me in the summer of '86 to ... Read more