Franklin County, IL Obituaries
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Emily Elizabeth Harris
Posted: 06/10/2024
Emily Elizabeth Harris, 41, of Benton passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN.
She was born on March 5, 1983 in West Frankfort the daughter of Don & Chris (Casey) Owens.
Emily married James (Jimmi) Harris on October 23, 2010.
Emily's biggest passion in life was her husband, children and her family. Her passion was being a stay at home Mom. She was always giving, caring and putting others above herself. She chose to be a donor in order to give the gift of life to others. She and the girls would fix birthday bags for the foster children and bags for the homeless. Christmas was her favorite holiday. Gratefully Blessed was a business she operated from home, the name was chosen because of her daughters. She could light up a room with her smile & laughter.
Emily is survived by her:
Husband: James (Jimmi) Harris of Benton
2 Daughters: Maykia Sophia & Brylee Elizabeth
Granddaughter: Aurora
Step-son: Christian James Harris
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https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/emily-harris-obituary?id=55308533
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