That’s how friends and family will remember Jack Lowell Harris, 82, who passed away at St. Anthony Hospital in Oklahoma City, OK on November 20, 2015.
Jack was born January 21, 1933 in Caddo, OK to James and Alline (Sessions) Harris.
He joined the United States Army during the Korean War era, where he received many medals and commendations for his heroic service. After serving his country, he later pursued his bachelor degree in education at Southeastern Oklahoma State University.
In 1975, he started working for the newspaper industry. He became a quick study and came to love all aspects of the local media publishing world. He worked 15 years as a newspaper publisher in Corpus Christi, Denver, and Pauls Valley, OK.
Jack was incredibly talented, a masterful storyteller who loved to amuse family and friends with his tall tales. His storytelling made family’s life fun and exciting. He was never at a loss for words. He was also a voracious reader; outdoorsman, ballroom dancer, and he also enjoyed traveling especially to Idaho.
He is survived by son, Scott Sessions Harris and wife, Misti; daughters, Lisa Hamlin, Pamela Harris; grandchildren, Brandy Hamlin, Rusty Hamlin, Justin Nelson, Cameron Harris, Caleb Harris; great-grandchildren, Stephanie Hamlin, Izaak Hamlin, and a host of relatives and friends.
Graveside service will be held 11:00am, Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at Pooleville Cemetery in Pooleville, Oklahoma.
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