Edward Harris, 74 affectionately known as “Eddie” was born on August 29, 1950, in Long Branch, NJ to the late Acie Harris, Sr. and Willie Beatrice Harris.
Edward, a lifelong resident of Long Branch, NJ. Attended the Long Branch school system where he graduated in 1968 from Long Branch High School. Eddie enlisted into the US Army in 1972 and was honorably discharged in 1976. From there he began working for many different companies before landing his career at Fort Monmouth Military Base in Eatontown, N.J. as a Systems Support Manager, G-12. Eddie retired as a government worker after 42 years.
Eddie was a dedicated family man who loved to spend time with his family, grandchildren and great-grand daughter.
He was predeceased by his brother Acie Harris Jr. of Long Branch and sister Dolores Harris-Johnson of Fort Washington, Maryland.
Edward leaves behind his wife Heather Denise Harris (Henson) of 49 years; from their union two children Brandon Edward Harris (Denise M. Harris) and Amanda Mavis Harris (Rashon Dennis); four grandchildren: three grandsons Brandon A. Harris, Joshua N. Harris, and Justin Fisher; one granddaughter Nori D. Dennis; one great-granddaughter Leilani N. Harris; three sisters Bernice Gregory of Scotch Plains, NJ, Donna Epps (Montgomery T.) of Richmond, VA, and Robin Kimble (Rickey) of East Stroudsburg, PA; one brother Alvin Harris of Long Branch, NJ; God-son Christopher Harris; a nephew that he holds dear to his heart Carl Johnson, and a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
Heather and family, my deepest sympathy!!! What a wonderful group we had at Satcom, we were so lucky to have known and worked with Ed, he made all our days together interesting and more importantly fun!! I’m lucky to have known him!!! And I’m sorry I just found out!! He will be in my prayers as well as you and your family!!! George
My heartfelt condolences for you and your family! May God continue to cover, bless and comfort you!!
Our deepest sympathies to you Brandon and your family. May your dad rest in peace.
Brandon & family. My deepest condolences during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss
Worked with Eddie over 20 years at Fort Monmouth. Traveled with Eddie around the globe. May Eddie rest in the hands of God. RIP
What can I say, except we shared so many good times, which I will never forget. He was man who loved his family and friends and was always a person who you could depend on.
Last-his favorite saying “See you when I see you”, and Eddie this is so true.