Mr. Patrick Mark Harris, 37, of Winston-Salem died unexpectedly on Sunday, May 7, 2006, at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born June 16, 1968. in Durham to Hal C. and Pat Truelove Harris. Mr. Harris was a member of First Baptist Church of Kernersville. He was a 1986 graduate of East Forsyth High School, where he was captain of the Golf Team during his senior year, and he attended Pfeiffer College on a golf scholarship. He was a senior loan officer at Hometown Mortgage Co. in Kernersville. He was a loving husband and father. He was married April 29, 2006, to Kristen Brown Harris, who survives, of the home. Also surviving are a daughter, Kyndall Brown Harris of the home; his parents of Kernersville; a brother, Michael Harris of Kernersville; a nephew, Tyler Harris of Kernersville; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mike and Sally Brown of Pfafftown; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. The funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 10, at First Baptist Church of Kernersville, with the Rev. Amis Daniel and the Rev. Steve McCutchan officiating. Burial will follow in Forsyth Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today, May 9, at Vogler and Sons Funeral Home on Reynolda Road. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Children's Ministry Fund, Oakhurst Street, Kernersville, NC 27284, or Crisis Control Ministries Inc., 200 E. 10th St., Winston-Salem, NC 27101.
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trinity hanson
May 3, 2007
Michael, it is so hard to believe a year has almost passed already. I pray for you & your family often as I know this wound will never heal. Have faith that Mark will be one of the first to greet you when you enter heaven one day. I know he will be happy to see you all. If you need anything, please email me ([email protected])
Jennifer Higgins Sames
May 31, 2006
Kristen,
I heard about your loss while I was at Dr.Stone's office and I just want to let you know that my heart goes out to you and I will keep you in my prayers. I know it has been many years since we have talked but I am here if you need a ear to listen or shoulder to cry on.
Len Wilcox
May 22, 2006
Hal: My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Allison Langley Baine
May 19, 2006
My heart has ached ever since I learned of Mark's passing. Mark was a huge part of my high school years and he and my memories will always be dear to me. My prayer is that the Lord will comfort you now and in the days ahead. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Carol Troutman
May 19, 2006
Kristen, we were saddened to hear of Mark's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God bring you comfort in the days ahead and may you find peace in your memories.
Carol & Will, State Farm Insurance
Angie Doub
May 18, 2006
Kristen,
I am so sorry about Mark's sudden passing. I'm also sorry I wasn't able to make it to the wedding due to being out of town. Chris sends his prayers to you all the way from Iraq. We aren't that far down the road from each other so please know that I'm just a phone call away. I'll never forget the first time I met Mark at the Wake basketball game and he drove us to our car and he put one of our friends in the trunk as a joke. He was such a hoot that night. I know that you and Kyndall will miss him greatly but remember he will be looking down on you every day. My prayers are with you and your family.
Chris Glover
May 17, 2006
I am sorry to hear about Mark's death. I was his roomate at Pfeiffer College. We played on the golf team together and we had a lot of great times. I know he will be missed by his family and all the people that know him.
Booky Harvey
May 16, 2006
My memories of Mark was when I was a freshman and he was a senior. Mark,Rusty Casper Frank Tiano, Neal Collins, Wesley Prescott and all the others would hollar at me while they were standing on the Senior Wall at East! He would say " Hey Booky, are you going to the beach with us at graduation" Alot of good memories. Thanks Mark. May you rest safely in the arms of the Lord and I promise to see you again one day!
Carol, Kelly, Todd Wilkins
May 12, 2006
Hal & Pat, I am so sorry about Mark, If Kelly could have been there he would have! When we told him about Mark he cried. Kelly loved Mark like a brother, and they have shared lots of memories. I am sure he won't forget. May God give you comfort with your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Myron Shiffert
May 12, 2006
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Katy Hansen Atwell
May 12, 2006
Kristin,
Jessica was kind enough to let me know of your marriage and loss. My family has added your family to our prayer list.
Mark Decker
May 11, 2006
Kristen
Just learned of the suddend passing of Mark my prayers will be with you. Mark was a great friend and he will be truly missed by all that knew HIM.
Amy Judge
May 11, 2006
I met Mark only once, about a month ago, and thought he was a 'one of a kind' man. My sympathy goes out to his family and friends. My prayers are with you.
Lee Swenson
May 11, 2006
Kristen and family, I was so saddened to hear of Mark's sudden passing. Please accept my hearth felt sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you, kyndall and your Mom and Dad.
Kelly & Tom Rybak
May 11, 2006
Mark; thank you for listening and understand. Tom met a true friend the day he met you. Kristen; you married a terrific man, one that will be missed dearly but never forgotten! Our thoughts and prayers will always be with you.
Debbie Jones
May 10, 2006
Pat, Hal & Michael,
I was saddened to learn of Mark's death. Growing up in Branchwood would never have been the same without Mark. I have many memories of times spent at the pool and when you lived between the Flemings and Spongs. May he rest in peace. My condolences to all of you and to his wife and daughter.
Lisa Bailey Barrow
May 10, 2006
I was so sorry to hear about Mark's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family as you endure this loss. Mark will remain a fond part of my high school memories.
Derek Miller
May 10, 2006
Kristin and Mike, I was so sorry to hear about Mark. He was a great friend and will truly be missed. You both are in my thoughts and prayers and if you need anything, please feel free to call me at 988-1704.
Joe and Lisa Booze
May 10, 2006
Kristen - our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss.
Pam Parrish
May 10, 2006
I was deeply sadden to hear about Mark. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of need.
Joanne Hepler and C.R. "Skip" Long, Jr.
May 10, 2006
Dear Pat and family,
Skip and I were truly shocked to hear of Mark's unexpected passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Darlene and Randy Alderman
May 10, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Bonnie Richardson
May 10, 2006
Hal and Pat,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. Pete, Bonnie and Sam Richardson
Jerry and Libby Cranfill
May 10, 2006
Kristen, I am so sorry to hear about Mark. We don't get to see you alot, but you are still like a second daughter. Jerry and I love you very much. You and Kendall are in our thoughts and prayers. Just let God wrap you in his arms and trust in him to give you all the strength you need right now. If there is anything at all we can do for you please let us know.
We love you,
Jerry and Libby Cranfill
Amy Duncan
May 10, 2006
I pray that God gives you peace in this time of heartache. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Trinity Hanson
May 9, 2006
Although I have not seen Mark in many years, I will always remember him for his beautiful laugh and smile. Michael, I am here for you if you need anything. My love and prayers are with your family.
Darlene Alderman
May 9, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Brenda Beamon
May 9, 2006
Pat and Hal, I'm so truly sorry for the loss of your son. I wish there was something I could do or say to ease the pain. All the family here in Wilson County sends Their love and prayers. Love, Brenda,Danny, Roland, Julius,Eveline,Margie,John,Dorothy,
Raymond,Homer,Georgia and their families
Paul and Leigh Anne Parker
May 9, 2006
Dear Kristen,
We are so sorry for your loss. No words that we say will express our sympathies to you. Just know that we will be praying for you and Kyndall. Prov.18:10 is a wonderful verse to cling to.
Love in Christ,
Danny and Kat Dillon
May 9, 2006
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. May you experience God's grace in a powerful way during this painful time.
Deby Earnhardt
May 9, 2006
Pat and Hal:
I was truly sorry to hear the news about Mark's passing. I pray that you will be surrounded by the love of friends and family during this difficult time.
May God bless you all.
Deby and Jerry Earnhardt
Gail Epps
May 9, 2006
I wish there was something I could say or do to make your loss easier and make your heartache go away. Your faith, your family and your wonderful memories together will get you through. Love you
Katie Ruffin
May 9, 2006
Kristin, you looked over me when i was young, as my angel, always there for me, since i was a little girl! Now its our time to look over you! We are thinking of you! I miss you so much! Thanks for everything, and if you need anything give us a call!
I love you so much,Katie Ruffin
Kay Truelove Whitener
May 9, 2006
Pat, Hal and Kristen: No words can express the loss that you feel. I know that Mark was a fine son and husband and father. He is in heaven with Grandpa Howard awaiting our arrival when we all will be together again.
May you feel the strength of God's love as well as prayers from so many friends.
We love you,
Cousin Kay
EVERETTE BUTLER
May 9, 2006
LOVE YOU MAN...........IM GONNA MISS YOU ALOT
Pam Payne
May 9, 2006
Kristen,
You have been in my thoughts and prayers. I am very sorry for your loss and want you to know I am here for you if you need anything.
Susanna Burchette
May 9, 2006
My condolences go out to family and friends. May you find comfort and peace in the memories of his life.
Laura Carlyle
May 9, 2006
Kristen, may God love and protect you and Kyndall and give you a strength you never knew you had. I also lost my husband January 10th unxpectedly and I feel your pain. Hopefully I can get in touch with you and offer you words of encouragement and help. I am a friend of Mary Emmons.
Love,
Vicky Hale
May 9, 2006
Dear Hal & Pat,
We are so sorry to hear about Mark. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Michael and the rest of the family.
Love, Walter & Vicky Hale
Kathy Ruffin
May 9, 2006
Kristin
I am so sorry! We all wanted to come to the wedding and were just not able to make it. Our prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Love to you always!
Kathy, Rob, Dabney, and Katie
Rhonda Newman
May 9, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cory Tarr
May 9, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Tom Rybak
May 9, 2006
From all your friends at Hometown Mortgage, we will miss you dearly.
Copeland & Keri (Brown) Still
May 9, 2006
Though Mark was a new official addition to our Brown family, he will forever be in our hearts and minds. He made Kristen & Kyndall the happiest of all, he will be sorely missed. We grieve for our loss, but he is smiling down on his two girls from a brighter place, watching over them always. God Bless. With Love,
Sara Rose "Sissy"
May 9, 2006
I cannot express to you how sorry I am for your loss. I feel blessed to have known Mark and you all will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Hedrick
May 9, 2006
We're praying that God will wrap his loving arms around all of you during this most difficult time and comfort you as only He can do.
Rhonda Newman
May 9, 2006
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Edwin Smith
May 9, 2006
KRISTEN & FAMILY - Carol and I are deeply sorry to hear of Mark's death. He was a fine young man and I consider myself fortunate to have known & worked with him. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. EDWIN & CAROL SMITH
Theresa Hartford-Fox
May 9, 2006
I would like to extend my condolences to your family for your tragic loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and I know that the Lord will help you through this trying time in your life.
John Chambers
May 9, 2006
Mark,
I see your face in my memories and you are always smiling... surely your smile will brighten heaven as it did here on earth! Rest well my friend, you will always be with us -
Bob McClain
May 9, 2006
My friend, you will be remembered always and missed beyond words.
Lisa Cheek
May 9, 2006
No words can say how sorry I am for your loss. May God give you strength during this time.
Bob and Linda LaRue
May 9, 2006
We love your family, and Mark and Michael will always be a part of our memories of our children and their childhood. We pray for God to sustain you in this time of grief.
GAY SHOUSE NAIL
May 9, 2006
Dear Kristin and Family,
We are Brandy's aunt and uncle. (Gay and Ron Nail) Ron is Phyllis's brother. We have been praying for you and your family along with our friends, family and sunday school class at Beck's Baptist Church. (ENCOURAGERS) We hope our prayers will bring all of you comfort through the difficult days ahead.
BECAUSE HE LIVES!
Tommy, Debbie & Emilee Sears
May 9, 2006
Hal & Pat, We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Todd Grubbs
May 9, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Carla (Vanhoy) Blackburn
May 9, 2006
I am very sorry to hear of Mark's death. I went to school and graduated with Mark in the class of 1986. I remember that he was on the golf team. I am very sorry to read that a member of our class has passed away and my sympathies go to your family.
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