Gertrude Isabel Harris

May 31, 2009 - May 31, 2009

Gertrude Isabel Cox Harris, 87 of Willis, went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, May 31, 2009. She was predeceased in death by her parents, Ernest and Mattie Phillips Cox; her husband, Arby M. Harris and a son, Glen M. Harris. Surviving are daughters, Lillian Van Lear and Nancy Ballengee (Chuck) of Christiansburg; son, Alvin D. Harris (Joyce), of Greensboro, NC; daughter-in-law, Bonnie Harris, of Christiansburg; grandsons, Edward Van Lear, II, of Christiansburg, Mark Van Lear, of Louisa, Eric Harris, of Christiansburg, Jason Harris, of San Francisco, CA, Justin Harris (Amy), of Richmond, Jonathan Cromer (Anita), of Roanoke, Matthew Phillips (Amy), of Arnold, MD; granddaughters, Amy Harris, of Roanoke, Nicole Lloyd (Sam), of Christiansburg, Amanda Leddy (Harvey), of Eden, NC; great-grandchildren, Megan Cromer, Jacob Cromer, Will Lloyd, Rachel Lloyd, Allie Lloyd, Rebecca Leddy, Rachel Leddy, Stephen Leddy, Hannah Leddy, Tanner Van Lear, Miles Harris, and Jackson Phillips; brothers, Marvin Cox, of Dublin, Carl Cox (Vada), of Willis, Joe Cox (Glenna), of Willis; sisters, Ruth Talbert, of Fairlawn, Muriel Hollandsworth, of Christiansburg, Kate Phillips, of Willis; Minnie Turman, of Indian Valley; brother-in-law, Monroe Gallimore, of Indian Valley; sister-in-law, Linda Cox, of Dublin; many special nieces and nephews; special caregiver, Marjorie Lucas. She was predeceased by, sisters, Avis Goad, Ethelyne Hanky, Mabel Gallimore; and a brother, Richard Cox. Gertrude enjoyed reading, gardening, quilting, sewing and needlework, however her greatest love was her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She worked at Floyd Garment Company and retired from Poly-Scientific in 1984. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2009 at Gardner Funeral Home with the Rev. Nathan Phillips officiating. Interment will follow at Indian Creek Church Cemetery. Friends may call after 1 p.m. on Tuesday at Gardner Funeral Home, where the family will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Flowers will be appreciated but donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2840 Electric Road, Suite 106A, Roanoke, VA 24018. Condolences to the family may be made at www.gardnerfuneralhomefloyd.com

Al and family, we are so sorry about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Gertrude today. She and Arby were always very warm and welcoming to me at Indian Creek Primitive Baptist Church. When I started preaching Gertrude was very supportive. Gertrude was always at church and she will be sorely missed. Please let me know if the family needs anything.

Nancy, sorry for the loss of your mother. May God grant you peace.

Al and family, Just a note that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.

My condolences on your loss. May our Lord grant you peace and comfort and may happy, healthier times bring many smiles. In Christ's Love, Charles Judy, M.D.

I work with Al in the Triad and I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in my prayers.

Al, I am sorry for the loss of your mother. I know that your memory of happy times will be a comfort to you in future days. They will make you smile and make you cry, but they will be all happy memories of the lady that has left your life. Margie Sharpe

To the Family (especially Joe & Glenna, Carl & Vada, Kate, Nathan & Esther) Our sympathy in the loss of your loved one. May God give you comfort. Jeff and Debbie Reed

Nancy, I am so sorry to hear about your Mother. I will keep your family in my prayers. Love, Suzanne

Gertrude was one of my favorite great-aunts. When we were little Dad would take us over to see Arby and Gertrude after visiting his parents grave and going down to the spring for a drink of water. I stopped to see Gertrude last summer while down visiting family. It was so great to just visit and listen to all the stories. She was a wonderful woman and will be missed. I'm sorry that I'm not able to be there in person to express our sympathy. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers. Sincerely, Teri Harris (Loy's daughter)