Earl L. Harrison

Earl Lee Harrison was born in Greenville, Virginia on December 2, 1948 to Richard and Hazel Harrison. He later migrated to Baltimore, MD at age 5, where he resided for the remainder of his life. Earl graduated from the esteemed Baltimore City College High School in 1967, where he was a member of and served as a treasurer for Alpha Gamma Mu Fraternity. Even as a youngster, Earl was deemed a hard worker, as he sought employment at an early age to help his first love... his mother. While working at the local fish market as a teenager after school, he learned the value of money and didn't mind splurging on fancy suits and shoes for himself. It was at the same local fish market that Earl also discovered Mary, whom he later married. From that union came one daughter, Kimberly. He also had a son, mark Dowling, from a previous relationship with Glenwood Hines. Earl later started his career at Bethlehem Steel Corporation as a Blast Furnace Technician Operator. After 47 years of service, he retired in May 2014. Post retirement, Earl would sometimes enjoy fishing with some of his former co-workers. Earl was drafted into the Army on June 7, 1968, and was stationed in Fort Riley, Kansas. While enlisted. He received a number of prestigious awards, including the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service metal , the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, and Sharp shooter Award (Rifle M- 14). Earl was Honorably discharged on June 6, 1970 Earl was very fashionable and loved nice things! He liked to shop for clothes and matching accessories and was a true :Draper Dan!” H was always colorful, and harp as a tack! Earl also had an extensive collection of timepieces … and he would correct you when you referred to them as watches.” he liked to cook and one of his specialties was his famous stuffing. He loved music and took pride in his Oldies but But record collection, which he listened to every morning. Earl was also a great dancer and could definitely cut a rug. Earl continued to keep up with the times as an avid Baltimore Ravens fan, a Netflex movie watcher, and a facebook expert! Most importantly, Earl cherished his relationship with his one and only daughter, Kimberly, They were inseparable, and he would do anything for his “baby girl”. When Earl's health began to fail. He committed himself to the lord and became a member of Church of the Redeemed of the Lord. He was baptized and faithfully attended Sunday school until his health began to prohibit his mobility. However, Earl continued to be a superstar. Even on his worst days. He showed strength and resilience, and he never complained. He lived his life to the fullest bounced back from every dire moment, after others ruled him out. Earl DID IT HIS WAY, in every sense of the term, and made every day count. He was not only a warrior, but also a loving father and a committed son, up until his last breath. Earl was supported by a dedicated medical team that grew in love him as family. His bright personality was infectious, and everyone was drawn to him. All of the hospital staff knew him by name and cheerfully welcomed him with each visit. Earl's vascular physician and nephrologist referred to him as “Superman” and “Mr. Holloway”. And his cardiologist had a special place in his heart, to say the least. They created a special bond that existed in and out of the hospital. Earl was preceded in death by his father, Richard Harrison, He is survived by his mother, Hazel Harrison; a son Mark Dowling: a daughter. Kimberly Thompson; two brothers, Theodore Harrison (Janet) and Milton Harrison (Kathy, deceased); two nephews, Dajuan Harrison (Kisha) and Adrian Harrison (Yolanda), fuour grandchildren, Chelsea, Donte', Marqui, and Azaria; a special friend, Glenwood Hines, Co-Caregiver, Edwin Lane ; and a host of additional relatives and friends. l

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Earl L. Harrison

December 2, 1948 - March 6, 2020