Arlene Harris obituary: Arlene Harris's Obituary, Syracuse
In Memory Of
Arlene (Palmer) Harris
1933 - 2019
In Memory Of
Arlene (Palmer) Harris
1933 - 2019
Born in Fulton, New York, her happy childhood memories were the inspiration behind much of her daughter Susan’s writing, including a series of widely read “Growing Up American” articles. She grew up on Sharp’s pond, formerly a well-known swimming and skating recreational area in Fulton. Her parents Martha and Ira Palmer passed away in the 1970’s. In the early 1950’s, she and her husband built a house on Whitaker Road where they raised their children and resided for thirty years.
Arlene was an avid gardener, landscaper and had a keen eye for interior design. She wrote poetry. She was interested in history, holistic medicine, current events and politics until the day she died. She was a devout Christian who prayed daily for her beloved family.
She is predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Benjamin Harris; brothers Maurice and Richard; and sisters, Thelma and Kathleen. She is also predeceased by her best friend and companion, her cocker spaniel Katey.
She is survived by her children, Scott (Linda) Harris of Fredonia New York, Sharon Harris of Clay, and Susan D. Harris of North Syracuse. She is also survived by her brother Leon Palmer of Fulton, and her grandchildren Melissa Harris, and Sarah and Steven Skiff.
Services will be Tuesday, February 12th at the New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 705 N. Main St, North Syracuse, NY 13212.
Calling hours are from 5 – 7 p.m. Interment will be at the family plot in Jacksonville Cemetery, Lysander, NY.
“I am closest to my mother as she is my rock, my pillar of strength, and my world. Not only has she stood by me through all times – happy, sad, and otherwise – but there have been moments when I had completely lost hope, and her immense belief in me had lifted me up.” – Amruta Khanvilkar
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Born in Fulton, New York, her happy childhood memories were the inspiration behind much of her daughter Susan’s writing, including a series of widely read “Growing Up American” articles. She grew up on Sharp’s pond, formerly a well-known swimming and skating recreational area in Fulton. Her parents Martha and Ira Palmer passed away in the 1970’s. In the early 1950’s, she and her husband built a house on Whitaker Road where they raised their children and resided for thirty years.
Arlene was an avid gardener, landscaper and had a keen eye for interior design. She wrote poetry. She was interested in history, holistic medicine, current events and politics until the day she died. She was a devout Christian who prayed daily for her beloved family.
She is predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Benjamin Harris; brothers Maurice and Richard; and sisters, Thelma and Kathleen. She is also predeceased by her best friend and companion, her cocker spaniel Katey.
She is survived by her children, Scott (Linda) Harris of Fredonia New York, Sharon Harris of Clay, and Susan D. Harris of North Syracuse. She is also survived by her brother Leon Palmer of Fulton, and her grandchildren Melissa Harris, and Sarah and Steven Skiff.
Services will be Tuesday, February 12th at the New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 705 N. Main St, North Syracuse, NY 13212.
Calling hours are from 5 – 7 p.m. Interment will be at the family plot in Jacksonville Cemetery, Lysander, NY.
“I am closest to my mother as she is my rock, my pillar of strength, and my world. Not only has she stood by me through all times – happy, sad, and otherwise – but there have been moments when I had completely lost hope, and her immense belief in me had lifted me up.” – Amruta Khanvilkar
To share a memory of Arlene, or to leave a special message for the family please click the share memories button above.
Services & Gatherings
Visitation
Tuesday, February 12, 2019 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm
New Comer Cremations & Funerals
705 North Main Street
Syracuse, NY 13212
Directions & Map
Service
Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at 7:00pm
New Comer Cremations & Funerals
705 North Main Street
Syracuse, NY 13212
Directions & Map
New Comer Funeral Home (315-214-0400) is assisting the family
New Comer Funeral Home (315-214-0400) is assisting the family