Cecil Jaskson Harris

Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mr. Cecil Jackson Harris, age 80, of Pendergrass, Georgia who entered rest Thursday, December 12, 2024. Mr. Harris was born in Gainesville, Georgia the son of the late James J. Harris and the late Lillie Mae Brown Harris. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Diane Thomas Harris, two sisters, Rosie Mae Ryder, Geneva Spencer and two brothers, Russell Harris and James Edward Harris.
 
Mr. Harris, first and foremost, was a devote Christian of the Baptist faith. He was a family man constantly and consistently demonstrating his love through words and deeds. His kindness and charity will stand as a benchmark among his family and friends. He was a long time and faithful member of Pond Fork Baptist Church. He was a carpenter, building from his imagination, anything from a simple toy top to home additions for himself, family and friends. He loved the outdoors, fishing and hunting almost all his life, never failing to share what he had learned to improve the skills of others. He was an avid guitarist playing for friends, family, and audiences alike. He retired after 32 years from General Motors working in the maintenance department. 
 
Survivors include son, Cecil Lamar Harris of Jefferson, GA. Granddaughter, Amanda Nicole Dubois (William) of Commerce, GA. Great granddaughter, Kaitlyn Michelle Black of Commerce, GA. Two sisters, Paula Jones (Roger) of Flowery Branch, GA and Jamie Wade of Gainesville, GA. Three brothers, Grady Harris (Connie) of Flowery Branch, GA, Denver Harris (Kim) of Flowery Branch, GA and Larry Harris of Pendergrass, GA. Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.
 
Funeral services will be held 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at Pond Fork Baptist Church with Pastor Chris Hulsey and Pastor Zach Watson officiating. Mr. Harris will lie in state at Pond Fork Baptist Church on Tuesday from 12 noon until time of service at 1P.M. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday, December 16, 2024 from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. at Evans Funeral Home.
 
Gentlemen honored as pallbearers are Ricky Roberts, Jerry Lance, Glen Ryder, Harold Lee Harris, Todd Ryder and Jeffery Thomas. 

Evans Funeral Home, Inc., 1350 Winder Highway, Jefferson, Georgia.  706-367-5467       
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