Calvin Cecil Harris Sr., 59, passed away at his home in Industry on April 19, 2019, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on July 11, 1959 in Bangor, the son of Albert and Elizabeth (Nutting) Harris. He lived in Industry all of his life and attended Mt. Blue High School.
In 1979, Calvin married Rosalie Abbott in Farmington.
Over the years, he worked at Farmington Shoe Co., Cousineau Lumber in Strong, and ran a salvage yard for many years in Industry. Calvin enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping with grandchildren, cutting wood, picking berries, going to lawn sales and scratching lottery tickets.
Calvin is survived by his wife, Rosalie Harris of Industry; sons, Michael Abbott (Stevie) of Athens and Calvin Harris Jr.(Natasha) of Farmington; three brothers, Albert “Buster” Harris (Linda) of Greene, Frank Harris (Joyce) of Wilton, and Archie Walker (Linda) of Kentucky; five sisters, Phyllis Mason of Industry, Sharon Carter (George) of Strong, April Grant of Salem, Grace Crouanas (Joey) of Limerick and Rita Sargent (Bob) of Hiram; seven grandchildren, Michael James Abbott, Michael Abbott Jr., Alexandria Perry, Jayda Abbott, Kasy Rose Brault, Lily and Bridget; mother in-law, Wanita Coolong of Farmington; sister in-law, Debra Billings of Lewiston; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Cliff, Bruce and Leslie Harris.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Maria Ikossi and staff of Lewiston and the Androscoggin Hospice team. Donations in Calvin’s memory may be made to the Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice, 15 Strawberry Ave., Lewiston, ME 04240.
A Celebration of Life will be held later in the summer. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 488 Farmington Falls Rd., Farmington, ME 04938.
Thoughts and prayers going out to Rosalie and all of Calvin’s family. He has had a long, hard struggle for the last few years and is now at peace and free of pain. RIP Calvin
I wanna send my thoughts to the family and friends. I Am very sorry for your loss
My heart goes out to all the Harris family.Thinking of you
So sorry for your families loss may he rest I’m peace
No matter how dark the day was or how he was feeling , when ever I saw him he always had the big Calvin smile on his face . Industry has lost a long time resident . My condolences to the family .
Sorry for the loss. He will be missed by many. Hugs to you all.
I would like to tell all of his family that I am sorry for your loss.. Spent a lot of time with Calvin and all of his sister’s they are all great people…
So sorry for your lost, Rosie.If you need me please call!
Our condolences go out to Rosalie and family for your loss.
I will always remember the best moments ever grampa. I love you lots. You were an amazing grampa. I miss you. You will forever be in my heart.
Lost another long time friend…fly high ol’ boy…
My condolences to the entire Harris family.
Always enjoyed talking with Calvin about junk prices and if he thought they were going up or down. I will miss those talks..
Sincerest Condolences
My condolences to Rosalie and the family.
Calvin was a good man, loved by all who knew him.
Our sincere condolences to Calvin’s family. May he Rest In Peace.
Thinking of Of all the family at this time ,so many memories with Rose and Calvin
Love to you,,Mateash ,Steve spent many days with you
And have wonderful memories,,
Love April
Our hearts and prayers go out to all of Calvin’s family. The loss of a loved one is hard to bare but the knowledge they are no longer suffering can give some comfort.
My siblings and I grew up near the Harris family and you could not ask for better people. May he Rest In Peace!!!