Robert Harris peacefully passed away in Ann Arbor, Michigan on December 2, 2021 surrounded by family. He was 82 years old. Bob was born on July 24, 1939 in Trenton, New Jersey the son of the late William Glen “Bea” Harris and the late Blanche Cherry “Gem” Harris. His beloved wife Carolyn, of over 25 years, is left to cherish his memory. Bob was the middle son and is also survived by his sister, Cherry (Phil) Jacobus, and his brother, Lee (Maria) Harris. Further survivors include his daughters, Debbie (Jon) Case, Christy (Todd) Meyers, his grandchildren, Orlando, Will, Shayna, Tim, Sol, Leah (Zach), Nicole (Chris) and Michael (Amy). Great grandchildren, Wade, Bricen, Kurtlan, Mackenzie, Madeline and Maverick. Bob grew up in Birmingham, Michigan. He graduated from Seaholm High School and the College of Wooster with a degree in Economics. After college, Bob enjoyed a successful career as a Certified Master Gemologist in fine jewelry sales. He was a meticulous salesman and treated his clients as family, building close relationships over years and a network of friends that relied upon him. In his spare time, he enjoyed going on cruises, reading, golfing, gardening, visiting with family and doing puzzles. In retirement, he successfully served on the Board of Directors at the First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor as a financial advisor and was an integral force in the founding of their Stephen Ministry Program. He also loved volunteering for Meals on Wheels. In lieu of flowers, donations may be offered to Susan G. Kohmen for the Cure or Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance. A memorial For Bob and Carolyn will be Saturday, July 9, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Muehlig Funeral Chapel, 403 S. 4th Avenue, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104. Family will gather at the chapel at 10:00 AM until the time of the service. Bob and Carolyn will be laid to rest at Arborcrest Cemetery in Ann Arbor privately.
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