1969
Robert
2013
Robert W. Harris
December 31, 1969 — November 19, 2013
Obituary of Robert W. Harris (Holley)
Robert W. "Bob" Harris, age 79 of North Main Street, died 11/19/2013 in the Lakeside Beikirch Care Center following a short illness. He was born 6/2/1934 in Kenmore to Gordon and Florence(Palmquist)Harris. Mr. Harris was a US Army Veteran of the Korean War. Having earned a Masters Degree in Physical Therapy and another Masters Degree in Health Care Administration, Bob served as CEO of the Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville prior to becoming CEO of Lakeside Memorial Hospital in Brockport, a position he held until he retired. As an active member of the community, Bob was a member of Rotary International and the Lions Club. He had a special love for animals and nature and thoroughly enjoyed being outdoors. Mr. Harris was predeceased by his wife Nancy, and a brother; G. William Harris. He is survived by two daughters: Keirstan J. Thompson and Alissa L. (Stephen)Cole both of Holley, granddaughter: Dakota Thompson, nephew: G. Scott Harris, niece: Tracie Harris Strickland, special friends: Charles and Lisa Warney and Sarah and Tim Brigham along with their children Lily and Sawyer. He is also survived by his dog; Wumpie. There are no prior calling hours. Private service and interment will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hospice of Orleans. Arrangements were made by Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc. of Holley. Visitation
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Robert W. "Bob" Harris, age 79 of North Main Street, died 11/19/2013 in the Lakeside Beikirch Care Center following a short illness. He was born 6/2/1934 in Kenmore to Gordon and Florence(Palmquist)Harris. Mr. Harris was a US Army Veteran of the Korean War. Having earned a Masters Degree in Physical Therapy and another Masters Degree in Health Care Administration, Bob served as CEO of the Jones Memorial Hospital in Wellsville prior to becoming CEO of Lakeside Memorial Hospital in Brockport, a position he held until he retired. As an active member of the community, Bob was a member of Rotary International and the Lions Club. He had a special love for animals and nature and thoroughly enjoyed being outdoors. Mr. Harris was predeceased by his wife Nancy, and a brother; G. William Harris. He is survived by two daughters: Keirstan J. Thompson and Alissa L. (Stephen)Cole both of Holley, granddaughter: Dakota Thompson, nephew: G. Scott Harris, niece: Tracie Harris Strickland, special friends: Charles and Lisa Warney and Sarah and Tim Brigham along with their children Lily and Sawyer. He is also survived by his dog; Wumpie. There are no prior calling hours. Private service and interment will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hospice of Orleans. Arrangements were made by Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc. of Holley. Visitation
none Services
none Interment
Privately at the convenience of the family
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