Merle Edward Harris

“Go Catch the Big Ones”
Our husband, father, papa, brother and friend, Merle Edward Harris passed away in the arms of his wife on September 2, 2008 due to complications of a long term illness.
He was born November 4, 1928 in Coalmont, Colorado to Clyde and Bernice Harris. He married Elaine Murray on June 7, 1950 in Jackson, Washington, where they lived for 4 years prior to moving to Murray, Utah where they lived happily ever after. He spent his working years as a paint contractor. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, cooking and collecting Native American artifacts.
Mike was a man worth knowing. He loved his wife passionately, as well as his family. He lived with courage and honor holding to his faith and love. He always maintained a sense of humor right to the end. He encouraged the best in all of us and will be greatly missed.
Preceded in death by his parents and sister Clydia. He is survived by his loving wife; Elaine, son; Michael (Hannah), Baltimore, MD, daughter; Linda (Joe) Incardine, Sandy, Utah, son; Murray (Jewly), West Jordan, Utah, and a son by choice; Bill (Jan) Medici, 9 grandchildren, 1 great grandson, sisters; Dee (Fred) Rico and Dixie (Roy) Sewell.
At his request there will not be any memorial services. The family would like to thank the staff of Intermountain Medical Center for going above and beyond with their loving care and also Debbie and Charlene from Community Nursing Services, and the West Jordan and Murray Paramedics. ADA MMD