Donald A. Harris
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Donald A. Harris, 69, died early Friday morning at Crouse Hospital. Born in Burnt Hills, NY to James and Miriam Harris, he had lived most of his life in Syracuse.
He was a graduate of JDHS, and CCBI. Donald's professional career was always involved in merchandising and management in the retail trade. He was a member of the Men's Garden Club of CNY.
He is survived by his wife Susan of 37 years; his sister-in-law Lori (David) Chrismer;
his in-laws William and Gloria Delaney Jr.; his nieces Natalie and Margot; and his cousin Joel (Barbara) Friedman.
Services will be at noon on Tuesday, September 6 at Sisskind Funeral Chapel. There will be no calling hours prior to the service. Burial will be in White Chapel
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Helping Hounds.
www.sisskindfuneralservice.com
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I am very sorry of Don's passing.I knew Don for 30 years having worked with him at Fay's and Eckerd drug stores on Nottingham road. My sincere sympathies to Sue and the Harris family. Marty Nave
Written by Marty nave
2017-09-03 10:36:26 PM
Sue, Dr. and Mrs. Delaney, Lori and David, I learned about Don's death from Matt Bugaj. I am so sorry for your loss.
Written by Sue Ferrara
2017-09-03 12:13:08 PM
Sue - We are very sorry for your loss and our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. - Dean, Dotty, Nick and Julie
Written by Dean Amrose
2017-09-03 2:46:57 PM
My heart is broken to hear of the passing of Don. He was a student of mine and friend since his 7th grade. Don was kind and caring man. Susan, my prayers are with you . Please let me know what I can do for you. We will be in Vermont Tuesday and will not be able to make the services. I think you know how important Don was to me and are you. My love you. Tom Muench
Written by Tom Muench
2017-09-03 2:57:36 PM
I am so sorry. I met Don in the early 80s when he was at Kay Bee toys and a nicer man I could not imagine. I always scheduled a visit to his store when I was having a bad day cause I knew he was a soft place to land, so to speak. I saw Don over the years and even though he went through trials and health problems he always remained the greatest guy. My deepest sympathy to Susan and Don's extended family at this most difficult time.
Written by Dave Murray
2017-09-04 12:28:46 AM
Hello Susan, what can I say, where have the years gone, when ever I am in the Syracuse area, and I end up passing by the target store in Fayetteville, where the Fayetteville mall once stood, I reminisce about the good and simple times of the late 70's working for Don at Kay-Bee. As many years as it has been it still seems like yesterday. I consider myself blessed to have had the opportunity for Don to be an influential participant in the earlier days of my life. Don was the only boss I ever had that I could say was a friend as well as a boss. I was always respectful of him at work that he accepted me in his personal life outside of work. I remember your wedding like it was yesterday. I will always carry the spirit of Don in my heart and thoughts. I hope my thoughts and words bring you a sense of peace and comfort during this difficult time especially knowing that, for the short period of time that I interacted with Don that he was an inspirational influence in my life. Kevin ODonnell
Written by Kevin ODonnell
2017-09-05 2:10:07 PM
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I am very sorry of Don's passing.I knew Don for 30 years having worked with him at Fay's and Eckerd drug stores on Nottingham road. My sincere sympathies to Sue and the Harris family. Marty Nave
Written by Marty nave
2017-09-03 10:36:26 PM
Sue, Dr. and Mrs. Delaney, Lori and David, I learned about Don's death from Matt Bugaj. I am so sorry for your loss.
Written by Sue Ferrara
2017-09-03 12:13:08 PM
Sue - We are very sorry for your loss and our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. - Dean, Dotty, Nick and Julie
Written by Dean Amrose
2017-09-03 2:46:57 PM
My heart is broken to hear of the passing of Don. He was a student of mine and friend since his 7th grade. Don was kind and caring man. Susan, my prayers are with you . Please let me know what I can do for you. We will be in Vermont Tuesday and will not be able to make the services. I think you know how important Don was to me and are you. My love you. Tom Muench
Written by Tom Muench
2017-09-03 2:57:36 PM
I am so sorry. I met Don in the early 80s when he was at Kay Bee toys and a nicer man I could not imagine. I always scheduled a visit to his store when I was having a bad day cause I knew he was a soft place to land, so to speak. I saw Don over the years and even though he went through trials and health problems he always remained the greatest guy. My deepest sympathy to Susan and Don's extended family at this most difficult time.
Written by Dave Murray
2017-09-04 12:28:46 AM
Hello Susan, what can I say, where have the years gone, when ever I am in the Syracuse area, and I end up passing by the target store in Fayetteville, where the Fayetteville mall once stood, I reminisce about the good and simple times of the late 70's working for Don at Kay-Bee. As many years as it has been it still seems like yesterday. I consider myself blessed to have had the opportunity for Don to be an influential participant in the earlier days of my life. Don was the only boss I ever had that I could say was a friend as well as a boss. I was always respectful of him at work that he accepted me in his personal life outside of work. I remember your wedding like it was yesterday. I will always carry the spirit of Don in my heart and thoughts. I hope my thoughts and words bring you a sense of peace and comfort during this difficult time especially knowing that, for the short period of time that I interacted with Don that he was an inspirational influence in my life. Kevin ODonnell
Written by Kevin ODonnell
2017-09-05 2:10:07 PM