James was preceded in death by his parents, James A. Harris, II and Emily Harris; his siblings, Constance, Michael, and Steve. His is survived by his sister, Marianne of Alaska; his daughters on the West Coast; a son in Tennessee; and a son in Arizona; 13 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren; and other family in Texas.
The family wishes to thank the staff and visiting doctors at the Emeritus at Amber Oaks for their love and care.