SPENCER; George W. “Monk” Harris 98 of 4 Langevin St., died Monday, Aug. 20 in Autumn Village in Worcester.
He leaves a son David M. Harris of Spencer, a daughter Deborah J. Laliberte and her husband David of Orlando, Fl., five grand children; Kelly McGowan of Kissimmee, Fl., Daniel McGowan of Jacksonville, NAS, Fl., Shannon, Christopher and Kelsey Harris all of Spencer and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by a brother William Harris, and sisters Julia Riedl and Dorothy Harris.
“Monk”, was a machinist at the former Heald Machine in Worcester for 23 years before retiring in 1979. He was a Navy veteran of WWII, serving in the Pacific. He was an avid golfer and was once a member of Hillcrest C.C. in Leicester and Bay Path in E.Brookfield where he was a member of the “Massasoit League”. He was a dedicated Red Sox Fan. He spent his retirement years on Cape Cod in the summer and Florida in the winter, where he spent time with his family and loved riding roller coasters.
Born in Oakham, he was the son of William H. and Louise (Herman) Harris.
Private services and burial will take place at a later date and at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. Please omit flowers, contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd., Suite 300, Jacksonville, Fl. 32256.
J.HENRI MORIN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 23 Maple Terr., Spencer is directing arrangements for the family.