Claude M. Harris Jr.
June 17, 1932 ~ April 24, 2020
Born in:
Buncombe Co., NC
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailClaude M. Harris, Jr., 87, died at Pisgah Manor on April 24, 2020.
Mr. Harris was born in Biltmore, NC, on June 17, 1932. He graduated from Oakley High School, attended Brevard College, and graduated from NC State University. He served with the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was a licensed mechanical engineer who worked for America Enka Co., PPG Industries, and again at American Enka Co. He retired from BASF Corporation. He was a long-time member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church and was the proud son of Claude Sr. and Emma Harris.
Surviving is his wife of 60 years, Sue C. Harris. In addition, he is survived by loving family members: Jason Harris (Sabrina), Nathan Harris (Lori, Rowan), Kelsi Harris Bagwell (Micah), George Cooke, Robert Walsh (Jean), Pat McArdle, Linda Cunningham, Debbie Baker, and Jean Crist. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Susan K. Harris.
Due to the Coronavirus and his wishes, there will be no funeral service.
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Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://grocefuneralhome.com
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SSteve and Frieda Cooper
Thank you, Steve and Frieda. I will see you again one day.
Dear family,
Thoughts and prayers with you during this time. Always enjoyed and appreciated my interaction with Claude at American Enka/BASF. Claude was a fine person.
Ron Morrow
He felt that way about you, Ron. I will miss him so much.
So sorry for your loss . Such a sweet man
Thank you, Terri.
Dear Sue,
So sorry for your loss…thinking of you with love and prayers,
Jane
Thank you, Jane.
Sue, So sorry to hear off C M.s death. He came to American Enka as an engineer and I was a co-op student in engineering. Thought the world of him….think about him every time I go by his home place in Oakley. You probably would not remember me but you were at W C with my wife, Shannon. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Joe and Shannon
I remember you and Shannon quite well. She was so good to let me ride with her. Thank you for your thoughts. I will miss him so much.
I was so saddened to learn of CM’s passing. My heart goes out to my dear friend, Sue, and all the family. You will always cherish the wonderful memories you had together.
Love, Dottie
Dottie, Thank you and I know you understand how this feels.
Dear Sue and family,
I was so saddened to hear of Claude’s passing. He was a good friend and a great engineer. We worked together for many years and I treasure the time and memories that we had together. He was a fine human being and lived a life that was a positive example for all of his coworkers. While he may be gone in body, rest assured that he will live forever in our memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult of times. Larry & Joan
He took his work seriously and he loved working for you. Thank you for the kind words.
Dear Sue and family,
With Heartfelt Sympathy and a Fervent Prayer that God’s Peace will be with You, now, and in the Days to come.
In Christian Love,
Ed
Thank you so much Ed. I appreciate it.
Dear Harris family please know that we love you all and are praying for you all. Mr. Harris was a very distinguished gentleman.
Thank you Susan. That is very nice. We appreciate it.