After finishing school, Liz moved to Chicago, Illinois, where she lived until 1967. In October of that year, she relocated to Los Angeles, California. During her time in Los Angeles, she worked at Mattel Toy Company for several years and became a member of Macedonia Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Floyd Massey.
In 1986, Liz returned to Monticello, Arkansas and joined Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, where she faithfully served on the usher board. In 1989, she began working for the Monticello School District and later retired from her position after years of dedicated service.
Elizabeth Hariss was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Liz brought laughter into our life with her vibrant and outspoken personality.
Elizabeth is preceded in death by her parents, Cecelia and Billy Harris; her daughter, Tonya White; her son, Rodney Davis; and her brothers, Curtis Calbert, William Harris, and Billy Harris, Jr.
She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Tony Harris; her daughters, Donna Harris and Tracy Davis (Kinney); her sister, Mary Harris Raines (Roosevelt); her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren; great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who she dearly loved.
Liz life was a testament to her faith, kindness, and devotion to her family and community.
Funeral services were held Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, in Monticello, Arkansas.
You can sign her guestbook here on her page.
Condolences(15)
Talisha Hibbler
North Little Rock, AR Monday, February 10, 2025 Rest easy Grannie we love ya. Praying for y'all 🙏🏿🩷🩷Tracye Gardner
Los Angeles, CA Saturday, February 8, 2025 Cousin Liz I'm going to miss those phone calls every holiday and random calls just to say "I Love You". You never missed a beat calling and checking on your big cousins Bobby and Mary. We're all deeply saddened by your passing but we are thankful to God that you're no longer suffering and in pain. Thank you so much for the conversations and the stories about our family history. Love you!Henry Ett Mcfadden
Monticello, AR Friday, February 7, 2025 Sending My Sincere Condolences 💐 To The Entire FamilyMelody Greenidge Calbert
Long Beach, CA Friday, February 7, 2025 My Heartfelt condolences and prayers for comfort and peace during this rough patch. Liz will truly be missed.Sallie calbert
Monticello Ar, AR Thursday, February 6, 2025 Friendship ,Love , joy , that smile on your face with those glasses eyes, a woman with strong words of encouragement no matter what the situation was. sister u will be missed dearly.DeShundra Griddine
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, February 4, 2025 Sending my love & prayers to the family. To know Liz was to love her & I will always cherish the conversations, the support, & love that we shared.Montanez Marks
Monticello, AR Friday, January 31, 2025 My deepest condolences and prayers are with the family. She was such a sweet person, and so down to earth.Marchell Leonard-Smith
Selma, AR Thursday, January 30, 2025 Aunt Liz, you will be missed. You're in no more pain and suffering. We thank God for blessing us to spend time with you and I thank him for the bond you and I had. I will forever cherish those memories. Gone but never forgotten. Keep the Harris family in your thoughts and prayers.BettyLou
Monticello, AR Tuesday, January 28, 2025 I'm keeping her family in my thoughts and prayers. Liz was a long time friend of mine. She was loved and will be missed dearly. I will cherish the memories. Liz just you know old huff will never forget you my friend.JoAnn Frye
Pine Bluff, AR Saturday, January 25, 2025 My deepest condolences to the Harris family. Liz was such a dear friend of mine. She will truly be missed. From the Frye, Griddine, Haynie, & Walker families!Shela Harris
, CA Friday, January 24, 2025 Heaven's doors opened as Auntie Liz's name was called. She had served her purpose here with us. and God needed her more. No more pain, no more suffering. My Auntie Liz will be deeply missed, but I am so thankful for the years God blessed me with her presence in my life. I will miss my auntie phone calls and the joy hearing the laughter in her voice(when I make her laugh). Most of all , I will cherish the precious memories we shared. This isn't the end. One day, we will see her again in heaven. To my Family and Auntie Liz Friends: Let's remember that -The Lord will wrap His arms of love and comfort around those who trust in him. And know that every tears that begin to flow while saying our goodbyes --God will wipe every tear from our eyes. HarrisFamilyLove4EverKimberly Williams and Family
Monticello, AR Wednesday, January 22, 2025 Sending our prayers and deepest condolences to the Harris familyMelanie Rawls
Monticello, AR Tuesday, January 21, 2025 I am at a loss for words. I will miss our text, talks and visits. My soul is happy knowing Liz is pain free. My condolences to the family and know we all lost a loved oneJacqueline Jones
Monticello, AR Tuesday, January 21, 2025 Prayers to the family. I'm at a loss for words right now.Faye Harris
Tucson, AZ Friday, January 17, 2025 Praying for Elizabeth's family. She was a wonderful person. I would be so glad to see her when I came home to visit. Rest in peace Elizabeth!!