Thomas Joe Harris

Thomas Joe Harris obituary, Buffalo, WV

Thomas Joe Harris

Thomas Harris Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Raynes Funeral Home - Buffalo on Jun. 30, 2025.

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Thomas Joe Harris, 67, of Buffalo passed away Sunday, June 29, 2025 at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House in Huntington following a long illness. He was a former employee of Putnam County Schools, having worked in the bus garage, and a truck driver. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and spending time in the outdoors.
Born November 22, 1957, he was the son of the late Ernest and Dicie Harris. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Norman Harris; granddaughter, Jordan Harris Barber; niece, Amanda Skeens; and nephew, Robert Harrison.
He is survived by his son, Joey (Krystle) Harris of Buffalo; daughters, Misty (Mary) Barber of Buffalo, and Marlee Bailey of Poca; grandchildren, Bradley Harris, Nathan Harris, Kelsey Barber, Thomas Holdren, and Kash Chapman; sister, Judy Harrison of Nitro; nephews, Stanley Harrison and Richard Harrison; nieces, Joy (Chris) Randolph and Janella Slate. Thomas is also survived by several great-nieces and great-nephews, extended family and friends.
In accordance with his wishes, his body was cremated. A Memorial Gathering of family and friends will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, July 5, 2025 at the Buffalo Church of God Fellowship Center.
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