John E. Harris

John E. Harris age 89

He strove to live each day with joy.

A lover of people. Passionate learner, musical explorer, creator of songs.

A visionary in land development – embracing the natural landscape of Abiquiu Lake.

Veteran of the Korean War.

He achieved numerous degrees. Most special to him was a Masters in music education and a Doctorate in Education at the University of Colorado

On December 7th, 2020, John died at home in Hudson, Wisconsin surrounded in love by his family.

He is preceded in death by his parents; Dewey and Helen, his sister and brother; Margaret and George, and his beloved dog Sienna.

He is survived by his five children, Laureen, Chris(Dawn), Tess(Darin), Celeste(Michael) and Cathryn, 14 grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and countless friends.

In lieu of flowers donations to the Ghost Ranch or Monastery of Christ in the Desert.

A Celebration of Life for John will be held at a later date, when all can safely come together again.

A veritable force in life, we shall miss him.