Horace Bennett Harrison

Horace Bennett Harrison, 84, passed away on July 22, 2026. Born December 15, 1941, in Waco, Texas, Bennett was the son of Bonnie Katherine Bennett Harrison and Horace Greeley Harrison. He grew up in McGregor, Texas, where he graduated from McGregor High School in 1960, and later graduated from the University of Texas at Austin. Bennett lived in Gladewater, Texas.

Bennett served in the Army Reserves during the Vietnam War. He dedicated his working life to education, teaching history and computer science at Sabine High School. In all he did, Bennett carried himself with steady faith, a thoughtful spirit, and a keen intelligence—qualities that were evident both in his service and in the care he brought to his students and community.

In 1963, Bennett married Patricia Spencer of Houston, Texas. Together they welcomed one child, Ross Bennett Harrison. Bennett found lasting enjoyment in quiet, meaningful pursuits: reading, working crossword puzzles, and spending time with his sister, Helen, and her family. He also loved watching the Longhorns play football.

Bennett was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Helen Harrison Jones; and her husband, Joe J.Jones. He is survived by his son, Ross Harrison; his sister, Kay Norris; and his niece, Kay Ann Jones McKinney, along with her children and grandchildren.

Visitation will be held at Cole Funeral Home Inc., 1113 West 5th Street, McGregor, Texas 76657, on July 29, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Funeral Service will be held at Cole Funeral Home, Chapel, 1113 W 5th St, McGregor, Texas 76657, on July 30, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Interment will follow at Crawford Cemetery, 479 Jewel Patton Dr., Crawford, Texas 76638, on July 30, 2026.

The family would like to thank the staff of East Texas Hospice for their loving care and support.

Memorial contributions in Bennett’s memory may be made to the McGinley Memorial Public Library, located at 317 S Main St, McGregor, TX 76657.