Ardell Harrison

Ardell Harrison, son of the late Sally Shelton and Daniel Harrison, was born on November 6, 1926 in Danville, Virginia. He departed this life on December 10, 2008, after a lengthy illness.Ardell, as he was affectionately known, was reared in Danville, Virginia, where he attended school until the fifth grade. For most young men during that time, having a job to provide for family was necessary. He pursued cooking for a source of income. His passion for cooking elevated him to the status of chef. His gift was sought after by dignitaries all over the country and world. He retired for his job in 1989 after many years of food service. But he never retired from cooking for his family and friends.He met the love of his life (Mary Juanita Harrison) in Virginia. He was serving military duty in the Army when he fell in love with her big beautiful brown eyes and radiant smile. He told her to, “Come follow me.” On November 24, 1950 they united in Holy Matrimony in Baltimore, Maryland and they both cleaved to each other until God called her home on July 29, 2007. Ardell accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal savior at her funeral on August 10, 2007 and was baptized on the first Sunday in September 2007.Ardell was a very a social, man with a tremendous sense of humor. He was a great story teller too. He shared his adventures of the War and piracy on the sea during his military days with all who would listen. His social nature led him to become a member of the Elks Lodge and the Masons. He served in both social clubs for many years. His great love for people radiated in his impeccable hospitality. His heart of serve will be missed.He leaves to cherish his memory two daughters: Lena Stevenson (Fred) of Baltimore, Maryland and Sandra Robinson (Leonard) of Lancaster, South Carolina; two sons of Baltimore, Maryland: Ashby Harrison and Darnell Harrison. One brother Carl Harrison of Baltimore, Maryland; three sisters all of Baltimore, Maryland: Sadie Chamblee, Lorraine Johnson, and Willie Ann Smith; Six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two great great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.

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Ardell Harrison

November 6, 1926 - December 10, 2008