Shelbie Dean Harris, 81, of Bremen, Alabama, passed away on June 26, 2026. Born September 13, 1944, Shelbie will be remembered as a beloved presence whose life was marked by devotion to those closest to her and the quiet strength of a life faithfully lived.
In her early years, Shelbie pursued cosmetology, a path that reflected care, attentiveness, and an appreciation for helping others look and feel their best. In time, those same steady qualities were most clearly seen in the way she loved her family, holding them close with enduring commitment and warmth. Shelbie also found comfort and purpose in the simple, meaningful rituals of home. Cooking was among her cherished interests, a familiar way of nurturing others and creating moments of togetherness that will be forever remembered with gratitude. Shelbie was preceded in death by her husband, Dale Harris; her father, JC Vandiver; and her mother, Bertha Graves Vandiver. She is survived by her son, Jeff Harris; her grandchildren, Erik Harris (Riley), Levi Harris (Jordyn), Holter Harris, and Maggie Harris; her brother, Rayburn Vandiver; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held at Cold Springs Baptist Church, 1460 Co Rd 54, Bremen, AL 35033, on June 1, 2026, from 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm. A graveside service will follow at Cold Springs Baptist Church on July 1, 2026, beginning at 2:00 pm.
