Michael Anthony Harris

Michael Anthony Harris Sr. was called home to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Thursday, December 5th, at Mercy Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.  Michael was born in Lorain, OH on September 8th, 1960, to his parents, Arthur Lee Harris Sr, and Annie Cleo Harris.  He was one of five children. 

Michael attended Lorain City Schools.  At the age of 18, Michael joined the U.S. Army to serve his Country.  Unfortunately, shortly after his honorable discharge from the Army, Michael suffered a life-changing accident which left him wheelchair dependent. This did not stop him in any way from enjoying life. He was a member of New Bethel Primitive Baptist church where he served as an Usher. With the help of his wife Lisa, Michael would feed his friends in nursing homes weekly.  He was very caring and compassionate, always willing to go the extra mile to help those that he loved until his passing.  He would often use his handicapped accessible van to transport friends with limitations to appointments, or shopping.  He was always trying to eliminate barriers for others.  Michael was loved and respected by many due to his charming, outgoing and courageous personality.  He was a friend to all.  Michael enjoyed entertaining his friends and family at home, playing various card games, Dominoes, and watching Sports.   

Michael leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 21years, Lisa Harris, his children, Lynnette Phillips (Red), of Columbus, OH, Chicquita Harris, Motiscia Harris (Baby Girl), Markcus Harris, and Jalise Charlton (stepdaughter), all of Lorain, Michael A. Harris Jr., of Charlotte, NC, and Michael T. Harris of Fayetteville, NC.  Michael’s siblings include Gloria (Mark) Isom of Strongsville, OH, Tony (Cynthia) of Lorain, and David (Yvette) of Maple Heights, OH., very close cousins, Rudolph (Rudy) Armstrong, and Deacon Calvin Johnson, lifelong friends, Charles (Squally) Johnson and Bobby Johnson Sr., 18 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren, one Aunt Mary, a host of nieces and nephews and cousins. 

Michael is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Annie Harris, brother, Arthur Harris Jr., lifelong friends, Vincent Smith, Lokeith Grant, mother and father in-law, William and Janie Jeter.   Michael’s legacy will continue for generations in the hearts and minds of his children and family.  

Visitation will be held on Saturday December 21st, 2024, at 10am with a Celebration of Life to follow at 11am located at New Bethel Primitive Baptist Church 3880 Dayton Ave Lorain, OH.

Burial will take place at Elmwood Cemetery 640 N Ridge Rd Lorain. Repass at the church immediately after.

Funeral Arrangements Entrusted to 

Carter Funeral Homes Inc.

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