P.O. Box 506, 943 Highway 425 North, Monticello, AR71655

Gregory Demoine Harris, Jr.
September 7, 1984 - August 19, 2014

Gregory Demoine Harris, Jr.

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Gregory Demoine Harris was born Sept. 7, 1984, to Stacey Deshazer-Franklin and Gregory Harris, Sr., in Monticello, AR. He departed this life on Aug. 19, 2014, at the Drew Memorial Hospital in Monticello, AR.

A 2002 graduate of Monticello High School, he served in the U.S. Armed Forces until 2006. Upon his release, he attended the University of Texas at Austin and later transferred to Pulaski Technical College in North Little Rock, AR, to pursue a career in mechanics. He was currently enrolled at Great Rivers Vo-Technical College until death.

He was united in matrimony to Erica Moreland in 2012 and was awaiting the birth of his first child, Aubrey Jade Nicole Harris, in September.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Thomas Harris and Sherby Simmons, a very special great-grandmother, Annie Mae Deshazer and stepfather, John Franklin, Jr.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife, Erica Harris; stepdaughter, Summer Ward; his mother, Stacey Deshazer Franklin of Monticello, AR; his father, Gregory Harris, Sr. of Little Rock, AR; four brothers, Artavise Deshazer of Monticello, AR, Sharvione, Jamarious and Kalon Harris, all of Little Rock, AR; one sister, MyIsha Harris of Little Rock, AR; his stepmother, Joyce Harris of Little Rock, AR; his grandparents, Gloria and Willie Walton of Monticello, AR; his grandfather, Willie Christian of Omaha, NE; two uncles, Wang (Annette) Simmons and Dominick (Jennifer) Simmons, both of Little Rock, AR; three aunts, Carolyn (Lenox) Morgan of Olive Branch, MS, Crystal (Tommy) Harvey of Inkster, MI, and Sandra Kaye Harris of Monticello, AR; four nephews, a host of other relatives and friends and cousins who loved him dearly, Ladetria Lambert, Chelsey Rhodes, M'Leia Rhodes, Markissha Tenner, Ambreal Tenner, Deylan Smith, Shirley Deshazer, Zavarius Johnson, Lakissha Tenner, Sharalon Freeman, Sydney Owens and Undrae (DJ) Lambert; a very special cousin-aunt-mom, Veronica Rhodes; a special friend, Isaiah Thomas; last but not least, a special loving stepfather, Kenneth Smith.

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Visitation
Friday, August 22, 2014
from 1:00-8:00 PM
Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home
943 Highway 425 North
Monticello, AR  71657
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Service
Gathering of Friends & Family
Saturday, August 23, 2014
at 2:00 PM
Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home
943 Highway 425 North
Monticello, AR  71657
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Interment
Mt. Zion Cemetery with Military Honors
Florence Rd.
Monticello, AR  71655
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Condolences(23)

  1. Jo Jordan
    Jo Jordan
  2. Jackie Johnson, Director
    I just learned of Gregory's passing and it saddens my heart to hear this. Your warm smile will certainly be missed around the Veterans Upward Bound office at Pulaski Technical College. Erica, although we never formally met, Gregory spoke of you often. He was so excited about the delivery of his baby girl. To the family, be strong and continue to keep the faith. Remember that God will never leave you nor forsake you. With greatest sadness,

    Jackie Johnson, Director
    PTC Veterans Upward Bound
    3000 W Scenic Dr. A135,
    NLR AR 72118
    (501)812-2802
  3. ashley thorton
    Its hard to believe that you are gone Porky I know that we didn't talk on a daily basis but you were a classmate that I would never forget we had a lot of fun in school. You were always making us laugh. I know you are in heaven shining so RIP porky!!! May God be with your family at this time.
  4. Shantie Davis
    Cant believe this happen to my classmate still so shock .Ms.stacey class of 2002 will like you to know we love you and we loved our Porky dearly.He's gone to a better place but will never be forgotten.
  5. Ladeshia Daniels
    Family my heart is reaching out to you, For what you're going through: I'm thinking of frequently, And praying for you. Stacey, and family I know that this time must still feel unreal and I you must look for strength from above. "Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. " " In my father's house are many mansions: if were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. John 14; 1-2 Hold on to God's hand and he will give you strength. With my deepest sympathies.

    With love,

    Ladeshia Daniels
  6. Ladeshia Daniels
    Family my heart is reaching out to you, For what you're going through: I'm thinking of frequently, And praying for you. Stacey, and family I know that this time must still feel unreal and I you must look for strength from above. "Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. " " In my father's house are many mansions: if were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. John 14; 1-2 Hold on to God's hand and he will give you strength. With my deepest sympathies.

    With love,

    Ladeshia Daniels
  7. Bishop Sam Wherry
    Spouse, Erica Harris, Father Gregory Harris Sr., Mother Stacey Deshazer Franklin, Grandparents, Willie & Gloria Walton and members of the family; Grief is a perfect normal response to the death of your loved one. It is an adjustment process, which will allow all of you too gradually to accept this loss. The process is the same whether you are grieving the loss of another significant person.

    The Death of Gregory Demoine Harris Jr from this mortal state to immortality is a great loss and it is necessary to acknowledge it not only to your self-but to others. The adjustment will be easier for all family members by feeling free in expressing your respective grief. In addition to your feelings of despair and loneliness; you have to lose control of your emotions. Painful as it is, it is part of the normal grieving process. However, there is also an intensifying of faith in Jesus Christ, which gives you sufficient inner strength to carry you through this difficult period.

    Finally, with the passing of time, there will be a gradual severing of Gregory Demoine Harris Jr's thoughts and emotional ties. As you emerge from this bereavement, you will discover that you are a stronger person than you were before his death; you all will have gained a deeper faith, along with increased sensitivity, and greater understanding and compassion for one another and for others.

    Humbly Submitted
    Dr. Sam Wherry PhD, MBA– Senior Bishop
    Nation of Christ Christian Ministries Incorporated/Link with World Link of Churches and Ministries Incorporated
  8. Yovonda Wimbley
    My heart is so heavy. Although I hadn't seen you since you were a little boy I was keeping up with you on FB. I am so proud of the man you had become. May God comfort your loved ones during this time. I'm sending prayers to all of your family and friends. RIL
  9. Willie Mack Jones
    I love you bro. And I miss unconditionally. Now that your gone a half me is gone . You was always there for me. When I was down you always made feel like its temporary. I know you somewhere looking down on me, telling God that when I come we want to be roommates. Make sure get things set up for me when I get there so we can pick up where we left. I love your brother.
  10. Jamie
    Porky, you will never be forgotten. Heaven gained a beautiful angel to look over his family.
  11. Karon Beavers
    Stacey, my heart breaks for you and your family, please know that I have been praying for you and pray that The Lord will wrap his arms around you and comfort you during this most difficult time.
  12. Ron Morris
    I did not know your Gregory, but I am so very sorry for your loss. I have lost children also and as a man of the Christian faith, I will pray for comfort for parents, wife and step-daughter.
  13. Gaynell Jamison
    Stacy:

    Thinking of you and your family at this time. With deepest sympathy.

    Gaynell
  14. Toasha Smith-Davis
    Stacy, May your heart and soul find peace and comfort. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.
  15. Rosalind & Ryan Reed
    Song of Solomon 8: 6-7
  16. Wonda Chestnut
    Ken,
    I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you during this time of great sadness.
    Your cousin,
    Faye
  17. kay bishop
    to my best son-inlaw anyone could ave love you and miss you rest in peace
  18. Simone Simmons
    Porky,

    I still cant believe that you have departed from the physical world, but I get joy in knowing you are with God in one of his many mansions! You will truly be missed. I hope you continue to watch over each of us! I love you!!!!

    Mone
  19. Lenox & Carolyn Morgan
    To my oldest nephew,

    It's still difficult for me to believe that you have gone to be with the Lord. I remember when you were born, you always had the juciest little mouth. I even remember how we laughed at you, when you came to New Mexico and couldn't believe the mountains were real! One thing about it, everytime I spoke with you, you would always tell me you loved me. I will treasure the conversations we had. We will miss you dearly, but we know you are in a better place, with lots of family taking care you! Rest In Peace my Sweet Nephew
  20. Amie Fair Foose
    So, so very sorry for your loss.
  21. Chivonne Riley-Butcher
    Greg "Porkey" Harris...you were like family, I'll never forget you, your loving heart and warm smile made everyone that ever had the pleasure to meet you feel happiness, your smile was contagious you had that ability. You served our country with honor and integrity. There's a lot I could say but thank you for your love and support when we needed it the most. As Geremiahs godfather I thank you for all the heart to hearts, they ment a lot to him. Geremiah & Gabe loved their uncle Porkey. This is a shock too everyone, but you are at peace. My condolences to your family. We love you and your memory will live on in our hearts and minds.
  22. Barbara Benton
    I am so sorry for your loss. It is my prayer that you continue to hold on to the memories to comfort you. God bless you and your family.
  23. Faye Harris
    Stacey, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May God continue to keep you wrapped in his protective arms. I did not have the opportunity to know my little cousin, but I know God don't make mistakes.
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