Kari Harris
May 5, 1985 ~ July 25, 2013
Kari Patricia Harris age 28 of Dubuque, formerly of Fredericksburg died Thursday, July 25, 2013, at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque following a brief illness.
Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 29, 2013, at the Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home in Fredericksburg with Pastor Connie Markle officiating. Private family inurnment will be at a later date in Wilson Grove Cemetery, Sumner. Urnbearers will be Todd Harris and Trevor Harris.
Friends may greet the family an hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Kari Patricia Harris was born May 5, 1985, in New Hampton, the daughter of Klel and Merri (Floden) Harris. She attended several area schools and on January 2, 1996, at the age of 10, she became a resident at Hills and Dales child Development Center in Dubuque. She later graduated from Dubuque Senior High School and has been continually employed by Hills and Dales Learning and Trade Center since graduation.
Survivors include her father, Klel (Lynne) Harris of Fredericksburg; her mother, Merri (Rev. Johnny) Tucker-Harris of Sumner; two brothers, Todd Harris of Cedar Rapids and Trevor Harris of Fredericksburg; her grandfather, Jim Mitchell of Fredericksburg; many aunts, uncles and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, John and Irma Floden; paternal grandparents, Edward and Bonnie Harris and a grandmother, Nancy Mitchell.
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Francie & Steve Crawford lit a candle in memory of Kari Harris
I remember a couple of years back at Thanksgiving, to be specific. Kari was having so much fun with the family and Klel doing the little things that make people happy. A great game of hide-and-seek was always a favorite of Kari’s and it is something that I will always remember her for. She always was a very captivating and joyous person in life and we will always remember her for her great spirit and ability to get the very best things out of life. We will miss you dearly. To Klel, Lynne, Todd, and Trevor; we extend our deepest sympathy! God took a great girl and heaven will be happy to have her! ~~~~~~Craig & Courtney Mitchell~~~~~~
I remember all the times spent at the Harris home when I was growing up. I always loved babysitting Kari. I have thought of her often over the years. I am sorry for her loss and will be keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Susie Cook Peters
Klel, Lynne, Todd, Trevor, Sending my deepest sympathy! Keeping you in my thoughts & prayers Cindy
Sarah Sliter lit a candle in memory of Kari Harris
I worked at Hills and Dales for 4.5 years and I got the privilege to be around Kari as a personal assistant. Her smile was contagious and warm felt. When I would see her smile I couldn’t help but to smile. I am truly touched and so thankful that I was able to get to know Kari and be around when I worked at Hills and Dales. An angel has gotten her wings. She will be truly missed but never forgotten!
Jess Hohnecker lit a candle in memory of Kari Harris
James Klossner lit a candle in memory of Kari Harris
I have had the last 12 years to work with the most amazing young lady by the name of Kari. Kari you had a way of lighting up the room with all your smiles. I loved it when you sang with me. I will never forget you. Your just one of the many angel’s that i have watching over me. You may be gone but never will be forgotten. May you rest in peace till we meet again. Love you little Kar-bell
Justine lit a candle in memory of Kari Harris
I was a Personal Assistant that worked at hills n dales for 3 years. She had a smile n laugh that was contagious. There wasn’t a day I was at work that she didn’t put a smile on my face. Kari holds a spot in my heart and she always will. Heaven gained the most beautiful angel and I know she is up there making her noises and making everyone up there smile and laugh just like you did to everyone down here. RIP pretty girl, my thoughts and prayers are with your family! You will be missed by so many Kari Harris. I am blessed that I got to be a part of your life. Rest in peace Kari!
Beth Powell lit a candle in memory of Kari Harris
I worked with Kari at Hills and Dales for 3 years. We had a lot of great memories together. Kari had such a personality and laugh that was do contagious! I am so blessed to have met Kari, she opened my eyes and heart to appreciate everything in life. I have been teaching Special Education in Dubuque, and I have her to thank for guiding me in the direction of a life long learning experience. I will never meet another individual like Kar, and I’m excited to see her again someday! I love you Kar forever and always. Now I have a wonderful angel to watch over me. My thoughts and prayers are to Kari’s Two wonderful parents! Whitney Tyler
Margarita lit a candle in memory of Kari Harris
I’ve gotten the pleasure to be a PA to Kari for the last (almost) 7 years and I must say I cherish every minute of it. She was by gar my favorite and a day will never go by that I wont think of her. Im going to cherish every memory of her for as long as I live. Shes got to be the most beautiful angel in the sky. I miss you Kar-Belle, and I love you always!! Merri and Klel you have one amazing daughter and I give you my deepest sympathy. God will take good care of her til we all see her again someday. RIP Kar-Belle <3
I’ve gotten the pleasure to be a PA to Kari for the last (almost) 7 years and I must say I cherish every minute of it. She was by gar my favorite and a day will never go by that I wont think of her. Im going to cherish every memory of her for as long as I live. Shes got to be the most beautiful angel in the sky. I miss you Kar-Belle, and I love you always!! Merri and Klel you have one amazing daughter and I give you my deepest sympathy. God will take good care of her til we all see her again someday. RIP Kar-Belle <3
Klel, Lynne, Todd, and Trevor, You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Dena and Zac Zac Palmer
May God give you comfort and peace in your loss of Kari. Let the memories you have of her bring smiles and joy to your hearts where she will always be. Ric and Marlene Sowers
I have thought of Kari often throughout the years, especially since she is the same age as my Nichole. A very special little soul has returned home. I am very sorry for your loss.
Klel, Lynne, and family, so sorry to hear of Kari’s passing. She was a very special person to everyone that knew her, and a blessing to your family. May the comfort of knowing she was happy here on earth. She will always be in your hearts. Sheryl McLaughlin and Family
Rick & Donna Schmudlach lit a candle in memory of Kari Harris
Dear Family of Kari…..My sincere sympathy to you all in the loss of your loved one. May our God who understands and has welcomed Kari with open arms into heaven fill the emptiness in your hearts with His love and peace. You are in my thoughts and prayers ….
John And Jane Melugin Brooks lit a candle in memory of Kari Harris
Judy Speicher lit a candle in memory of Kari Harris
The Harris Famiily— So sorry to hear of the loss of Kari. She was a great neighbor in our younger years. Our thoughts and prayers are with yall during this difficult time. Donald Broer and family