Mr. Harrell was born in Martin County, son of the late Jesse and Amy Griffin Harrell. He was a saw filer, with Evans Lumber Co.
On March 1, 1981, he married Margaret Coley, who survives. In addition, he is survived by Robert S. Gurganus '" of Williamston, and Brandi Summerlin of Greenville, a sister Amy H. Edwards of Williamston.