Harris Frank Byers
March 11, 1928 - March 29, 2015
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Harris Frank Byers
March 11, 1928 - March 29, 2015
Obituary
Harris Frank Byers, age 87, of Bellingham, WA passed away on March 29, 2015. Harris was the son of John and Vada Byers. He was born March 11, 1928.
Harris was a proud 1945 graduate of Ferndale High School. He married his high school sweetheart Nellie Shultz on September 30, 1950. They enjoyed many years together until Nellie’s death in 1992.
Harris served his country in the US Army in Germany during the Korean Conflict.
He was a volunteer for Fire District 15 and spent many hours serving his community. He was a member of Central Lutheran Church in Bellingham.
Harris had a number of interesting occupations including work for the US Forest Service, construction and custodial services.
Harris loved to tell stories of his life adventures. He enjoyed traveling, beach-combing and drawing and painting the world around him.
Harris is survived by his two children Candise (Terry) Petersen and John (Lee) Byers of Bellingham; four grandchildren John (Karen) Byers of Bainbridge Island, Sam (Lena) Byers of Las Vegas, Justin (Keri) Petersen of Seattle and Heather (Edgar) Figueroa of Gresham Oregon. Harris was also blessed with 8 great grandchildren.
Harris was preceded in death by his beloved Nellie, and his parents Vada (1960) and John (1974) as well as numerous other family members.
A Graveside Service will be held on Monday, April 6, 2015 at 1:00PM at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale, WA.
Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517 Topeka KS, 66675 or a preferred charity.
Graveside Service
- Date & Time: April 6, 2015 (12:00 AM)
- Venue: Woodlawn Cemetery
- Location: 5977 Northwest Dr Ferndale, WA 98248 - (Get Directions)
4 responses to Harris Frank Byers
Ken March says:
March 29, 2015
I first met Harris over 35 years ago when we were volunteers for Fire District 15. Over the years we played golf, went out to breakfast on a regular basis and spent many hours in conversation trading stories of life in general. Harris had a ready smile and a sense of humor that I will always remember. Rest in peace my good friend.
Ken March
Marty & Dee Trecker says:
March 29, 2015
We wish to thank Harris for his years of Military service to and for his country. His many hours of time and talent invested in Whatcom County Fire No. 15. Our Thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Glynnis (Mydske) Stelting says:
March 29, 2015
I am very sorry for your loss. Harris was always thoughtful and charming. The world is a sadder place without him. Glynnis
Mark Edson says:
March 29, 2015
Harris was a great man. He was a pleasure to talk to and he was a hard working and kind man. He was wise and thoughtful. I will miss him.