Herbert H. Harris

His earthly journey has ended, He was ready to take his place in one of God's holy mansions. Sunday morning, August 31, 2014, Herbert Hoover Harris, heard the heav- ens calling. On Bowed Knee, to thy most holy, he was peacefully transitioned to his heavenly residence. HERBERT HARRIS, affectionately known as "Hoover," was born August 15, 1929, in the township of Amherst, Virginia to the late John D. and Martha Harris. He was the younger of five children. Hoover was Preceded in death by his brothers Floyd Harris and Dennis Harris, and his sisters, Flossie Beverly and Geraldine McCoy. Early in youth he joined the Galilee Baptist Church and was baptized in Christ and accepted the Lord as his personal Savior while living in Virginia. Hoover was educated in the Virginia public school system. While in Virginia, as a young boy, he worked on the railroad alongside his father. Becoming a young man, he made the decision to join the United States Army in September 1950. Gaining recognition for his exemplary lead- ership, and receiving many certificates of proficiency, his position quickly accelerated from private to the rank of sergeant. Always looking out for others, most of his salary was sent back home to his mother and father. In September 1953, Hoover was honor- ably discharged and went back home to Virginia. He married Adline Sandidge, and moved to Baltimore, Maryland. From this union two children were born. One daughter, Berthenia Harris-Moore and one son, the late Her- bert H. Harris Jr. tragically killed while away in college. In 1970 Hoover married his second wife, the late Ruth Bailey-Harris, and remained devoted. They loved going to baseball games and traveling to the Eastern Shore, where they owned another home. Many times you would find them eating crabs with friends and reminiscing about the good old days. Hoover began working for the Baltimore Transit system in early 1960. He remained there until an offer came from the Coca Cola company, allowing him to haul their products. He once said, "Once my foot hit that accelerator, I know it was all over, I wanted to drive an 18 wheeler". He drove for his brother-in-law for 5 years. After this time, he ventured out, to purchase his first tractor and trailer, to become an independent owner and operator. On many weekends, you could find him preparing his truck for the next work week. While in his presence, you were going to hear one of his jokes. Your laughter, gave him joy. It was easy to like and love him. One would find it enjoyable being in his presence. If you had a problem, rest assure, he would always have an open ear, and ready to help you solve it. One of his greatest loves, was for his family. You would often hear him talking about how fond he was of them. In his book, family always came first. Hoover leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved daughter, Berthenia H. Moore; one son-in-law, Maurice Washington; two grandchildren, Rachel Charles and Joshua Moore; three great-grandchildren, Storie Charles, Skye Moore, and Joshua Moore Jr. one step- sister, Betty Cashwell; one fondly devoted niece, Diane Jones-Person; one sister-in-law and one godchild, Tony Parker and a host of nieces nephews and cousins.

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Herbert H. Harris

August 15, 1929 - August 31, 2014