Larry DeWayne Harris

Larry Dewayne Harris went home to be with his Lord on April 11, 2026, the day before what would have been his 57th wedding anniversary to his beloved wife, Barbara Eileen Harris. After nearly nine years apart, Larry is now joyfully reunited in Heaven with Barbara, the love of his life and faithful partner in marriage, music, and ministry.

Larry was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He married Barbara Eileen Harris on April 12, 1969, in Dallas, Texas, and together they shared 48 years of marriage rooted in faith, family, and worship. One of Larry’s greatest joys was making music with Barbara—Larry playing his guitar as Barbara played the piano—writing and sharing Christian songs that reflected their love for God and for one another.

Larry faithfully supported Barbara in her calling and lived a life marked by quiet strength, humility, and love for his family. After Barbara went home to her eternal Father on August 6, 2017, Larry continued to walk in faith, trusting in the promise that they would one day be reunited.

Psalm 116:15 (KJV)

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.

Larry was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Barbara Eileen Harris.

He is survived by his children:

• Larry Dewayne Harris Jr. and wife Zindi of Mt. Vernon, Missouri

• Lucretia Best and husband Tim of Ohio

• Rebecca Harris of Kemp, Texas

• Amy Byers and husband Shannon of Kaufman, Texas

He is also survived by his grandchildren: David Gibbons, Lana McCallum, Joshua Harris, Dalton Henderson, Nicholas Henderson, Caitlin Henderson, Jade Tabor, Tres Harris, Xander Harris, Xayden Harris, Elizabeth Cornwell, Jesse Nix JR, and Emily Comer, and by his treasured great-grandchildren: Anabelle Gibbons, Aiden and Alice Tabor.

Larry will be remembered for his steadfast faith and unwavering love for Barbara and their family. His legacy lives on through the generations he leaves behind and in the music and worship he shared with the love of his life.