James Norman Harrison

1935 - 2017

James Norman Harrison obituary, 1935-2017, St. Simons Island, GA

BORN

1935

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home

3321 Glynn Ave

Brunswick, Georgia

James Harrison Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 7, 2017.

James Norman Harrison, age 82, passed away at his home on Saint Simons Island on Sunday, August 6, 2017, surrounded by his loving family.

Norman was one of five children born to Jack and Kit Harrison in Barking, England. He served in the British Army during the Korean War. After the war he met and married his wife, Barbara, and the couple had three children. Wanting to provide the best for his family, they immigrated to the United States in 1968 and made their home on Saint Simons Island. Norman was proud of his adopted land and proudly displayed the American flag at every opportunity. He was a "mans man" who could do anything. He worked as an Engineer for Sea Island Company for approximately 15 years and was also a self-employed handyman who excelled at painting and wallpapering. In his spare time he enjoyed playing golf and throwing darts. One of Norman's greatest accomplishments was volunteering with the Saint Simons Fire Department for 35 years, 10 of which was spent as Volunteer Chief. He was also proud to serve the Civinettes, the wives of the volunteer firefighters, by acting as the Saint Simons Santa Claus from 1971 to 2000.

He was preceded in death by his parents and three sisters, Jacqueline Jordan, Sylvia Eddy and Rita Edwards.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Barbara Wickes Harrison; three children, Deborah Pfeifer (John) of Slidell, LA, Jim Harrison (Hayley) of Orlando, FL and Kathleen Harrison of Lakeland, GA; four granddaughters, Lillian, Julia and Victoria Pfeifer of Slidell and Olivia Quillman of Savannah; a brother, Maynard Harrison (Valerie) of Brunswick and numerous nephews, nieces, great nephews and great nieces.

A celebration to honor Norman's life will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home. A reception will follow.

The family wishes to thank Hospice of the Golden Isles and suggests donations to them in lieu of flowers.

Condolences may be expressed at www.EdoMillerandSons.com

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August 15, 2017

Sylvia Brown

God is good all the time no matter what the problem. You still have a rock which Christ the rock .

August 12, 2017

Odette Dennis

Uncle Norman you know you were my favorite uncle growing up and will always be. My favorite childhood memories is Christmas Eve and waiting to see you as Father Christmas. I know Mum, Aunt Sylvia, Aunt Jaqueline & Nanny & grandad we're waiting for. We will see each other again one day. You will always be in heart. I love ya.

August 12, 2017

Margaret Navoev

A lovely brother in law and a great husband to my dear sister Barbara and all his family, be at peace Norman Love from Margaret and the Aussie Mob

August 9, 2017

Jack Wickes

I have known Norman all my life. He has been, and will continue to be, a great inspiration to me. He was a man of integrity, inner strength, and great love. I learnt much from Norman, over many years and thousands of miles. Driving round St Simon's with Norman, talking about life, were special times.
I loved him greatly.
Cheers mate. x

August 9, 2017

Marie Richards- The A/C Guys

Very kind man, was always so easy to work with. My condolences to his family.

August 8, 2017

Faith Lee

I'll keep your family in my prayers

August 8, 2017

Georgia Arnold

Our thoughts are with Norman's family at such a sad time. Norman was a kind, warm-hearted man, whose family were always his first priority and, even though we spent many years separated by thousands of miles, it was always clear that Norman held his English family in very high regard. He will be greatly missed by us all.

Love from Joyce, Georgia, Jeannie and family xxx

August 8, 2017

Clay Edwards

My family has been associated with Norman for over 35 years. I grew up watching Norman tow that well endowed trailer around Sea Island with the longest pick up truck I've ever seen. His skills at fixing anything were admirable. Over the last several years he has become a good friend to me. Without his help I would not have been able to maintain my residence satisfactorily at Sea Island. He was trustworthy, meticulous, loyal, a highly skilled craftsmen, and would do anything for you. He had a good sense of humor. I truly loved that man and look forward to seeing him again in heaven. I will truly miss him. My prayers are with the family at this time.

August 8, 2017

Nancy Cannon-Sullivan

Heaven just got a little bit brighter. I will always remember him smiling and laughing. May God comfort you through this difficult time. Wish I could be there to celebrate his life with you. Love and prayers to each of you.

August 7, 2017

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Remember always our hope of reuniting again in Heaven.

Mel and Suzanne Wagstaff
Slidell, LA

August 7, 2017

Judy Kicklighter

What wonderful memories that must be for this man and his family. Prayers for family

August 7, 2017

Scott Wright

We share in your loss, as everyone that knew Norman loved him !!

August 7, 2017

Donna McDonald

Words at your time of loss are never completely adequate. Norman was a fun, loving man and we all enjoyed knowing him. The entire family is in our prayers! Kevin and Donna McDonald, Jennifer and Jerry Papa, Elizabeth and Dustin Ballenger, Emily and Adam, Nikki, Nick and Liam

August 7, 2017

Andrea Hall

God has another Angel!

August 7, 2017

Andrea Hall

My sincerest condolences. Memories shared via a dear and loving friend, Kat Harrison, of an extraordinary "man's man", loving husband and father were greatly appreciated. I knew of the love and honor those cherished memories. Many prayers, God's peace, blessings, and love to you all!

August 7, 2017

Andy and Sue Owens

We share in your loss, but also in the many fond memories of knowing and working with Norman for decades. He is missed.

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