Annie D. Harris

Annie Harris of Salisbury, Maryland, was born in Evergreen, Alabama, on November 28, 1916. She was daughter of the late Lutina and David Purifory. She departed this life on Thursday, October 25, 2012 at the blessed age of 95 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center. Prior to her death she was a resident of Salisbury, Rehabilitation and Nursing Center (Genesis) for four years. Annie’s education began in Evergreen, Alabama. On January 19, 1936, she joined in Holy Matrimony to the late Henry Eugene Harris and remained married to him for 56 years. From this union, 12 children were born. She was preceded in death by her husband in February of 1992. While living in Alabama, the late Annie and Eugene Harris became migrant workers before making their home in Maryland. Annie was a fulltime homemaker and she was also employed with Dulaney’s in Fruitland, Maryland for a few years. She was a caregiver to many neighborhood children as well as her own family members. For several years, Annie volunteered at Salisbury Rehabilitation and Nursing Center (Genesis) with her late husband. Prior to becoming a resident of Genesis, she attended the Mac Center and Shady Pines. Annie’s spiritual life began in Second Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Evergreen, Alabama. After moving to Manokin, Maryland, she was unable to fellowship with a Baptist Church. She continued her Christian journey at Samuel Wesley United Methodist Church, where she was a faithful member. She served on the Usher Board. Her passion was to serve as a Communion Steward. When her health began to fail and she could not perform the duties of a Communion Steward, she continued to dress as a Communion Steward. Annie loved the Lord and encouraged her family to love the Lord. The 23rd Psalm was her favorite scripture. She encouraged her family to learn this scripture and The Lord’s Prayer. She always wanted you to know that she “ loved you” and that she prayed for everyone. She loved cooking and making quilts. Because of her love for people, everyone was welcome into her home to enjoy the food she had. Even if she had a small amount of food you were welcome to share it. As she enjoyed giving away food that she prepared, she took great joy in giving her quilts to her children and grandchildren. Even though she never drove, Annie enjoyed going places. She enjoyed traveling with family to family reunions, church and Ocean City, Maryland. Annie has even flown to California. Annie is survived by her 12 children (8 girls and 4 boys); Henry, of Man, Alabama, Eugene Harris Jr. of Manokin, Lutina Harris of Princess Anne, Nellie Harris of Salisbury, Annie Brown( John) of Fruitland, Callie Brown of Allen, Chirly Harris of Salisbury, David Harris of Manokin, Mary “Sug” Harris of Allen, John Harris (Barbara) of California, Ada Harris of Princess Anne, Ervin “Tang” Harris and Consorilla Gilmore (Morris) of North Carolina; she also raised her granddaughter Cynthia Terry (Marcianna) of California; 36 grandchildren; 70 great grandchildren and 27 great ~ grandchildren and she is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She is also survived by Fannie Parker, a devoted friend and former neighbor for many years. She was preceded in death by her sister Annie Lee Moore, a son-in-law,2 daughters-in-law, 2 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and 1great great grandchild.

Annie D. Harris

November 28, 1916 - October 25, 2012