Tim Harris, age 64, went to be with the Lord on December 23, 2022 after a lengthy illness.
Tim was born on December 27, 1957 to the late Don and Mary Ruth Harris. He was also proceeded in death by his son-in-law, Chris Johnson.
Tim was a lifelong resident of Jonesborough and a third-generation farmer. After hanging up his tractor keys, Tim became Minister at Midway Covenant Brethren Church, a role that brought him tremendous joy and purpose.
Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Judy Archer Harris; daughter, Jessica Harris Johnson; son and daughter-in-law, Chad and Kim Harris. He was affectionately known as “Pap” to very special grandchildren and great grandchildren, Madison and Logan Metcalf, Mason Harris and Raylon Metcalf.
A special thanks to Dr. James Hansen and his staff.
All are welcome to come by and sign the book from 8:00am until 2:00pm on Monday, December 26, 2022, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at Fairview Cemetery at 3:00pm.
Pallbearers: Chad and Mason Harris, Logan and Raylon Metcalf, Kenny Archer, Alan Ford, Bertin "Short Hair" Perez, Colonel Rice, Jimmy Nease, and Leroy Jent. Honorary Pallbearers: Jim Street, Farrell Sutphin, Jim McCracken and members of the Midway Covenant Brethren Church. Philippians 4:4-9
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Midway Covenant Brethren Church, in c/o of Janice Barrett, 103 Sturbridge Lane, Churchill, TN 37642.
01/29/2023
Sherry Jo Collins Reed
Sweet Judy, just know I am thinking of you, many condolences. Love you.
Ms. Judy, Jessica, and Chad. I found out just recently. Prayers for you and your family.
01/04/2023
Sandra Britton and Family
Judy, I am so sorry for your loss. I am keeping you in my prayers. You and your family are special to us. This is a difficult time of year to lose our loved ones.
12/28/2022
Bobby Grindstaff
Judy I was deeply saddened to see the announcement in the newspaper. I first met Tim at Jonesborough Elementary where he became a good friend. He had such a good humor about him. He will be fondly remembered and greatly missed. May God hold your family close and bless you with precious memories.
Judy, I just saw this in the paper..I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family to receive the peace that passes understanding.. love you.
I'm so sorry to hear of Tim's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family as are those of my Mother, Dorothy Sult.
12/27/2022
Geary and Renee Coles
Our prayers are with you Judy. May God bless you all. We will miss Tim. He was such a great friend.
Judy I am so sorry, I just today saw the paper. I hurt for you and what you must be feeling. We are all children of a loving Father and I am sure was pleased to welcome Tim home. As well as wrap his loving arms around you to wipe your tears. I love you and will be praying for you and all your family.
12/26/2022
Christine Keys
So sad for Judy, Jessica, Chad, Kim, the family and the community. All have lost a man who brought them love and wisdom. We all shall miss his endearing smile. Prayers for this sad time.
My sincere condolences for your loss. I didn't know until just now.
12/26/2022
Teresa Milhorn
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad and grandfather and husband
My deepest condolences to you and your family. My God continue to peace and comfort now and always. ❤️
12/26/2022
Charlotte Sims
Judy, praying for you and your family.
12/26/2022
Jerry Smith and family
Judy and family, we are so sorry for your loss of Tim. He always had a smile on him. Thinking of you all during this time.
12/25/2022
Barbara West Wall
Judy - sending you prayers for strength and peace. So very sorry for your loss.
12/25/2022
Willie & Judy Hilbert
Judy and family, we were sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. Judy has always told me how good Tim & you treated her in high school at Crockett. May God give you peace!
12/25/2022
Cindy (Smith) Gilland
God bless you and your family. I'm so very sorry for your loss. I met Tim a long time ago during a youth conference at First Church of the Brethren in Johnson City. He was such a nice fellow, and I remember going to their farm and riding horses one day. Please accept my condolences.
12/25/2022
Faine and Oleta Presley
Judy and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and strength during this difficult time.
Tim Harris was truly a wonderful person. Always ready with a laugh, a joke, a warm smile or hug, you could count on Tim to welcome you in his presence. I am honored to have known him. To his dear family who I also love, my heart aches for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you now and forever. God bless each of you.
12/24/2022
Jean and Keith Jones
Madison, sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
12/24/2022
Debbie Davenport
Prayer and Sympathy to the family of one of my schools mates and friend .. to his wife Judy my thought and prayers are with you through this difficult time … as I know .. God will see you through this My Friend .. Love You
12/24/2022
Virginia Sparks
So sorry to learn of Tim's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
12/24/2022
Eva, Terry, Tim, Kim Daniels
Our deepest sympathies, so sorry for your loss. You all are in our prayers.
12/24/2022
Jessica Miller
Judy, Jessica, Chad, and Kim- I am so sorry for your loss and please know you are in my prayers.
12/24/2022
Butch and Leisa Russum
We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of Tim. We know how much he loved you Judy and praying your memories will comfort you and for Jesus to wrap you in his arms and carry you and the family through this most difficult time. Tim loved his family, his neighbors and his friends, especially the little ones. He had a smile and laugh that were contagious. We were proud to call him friend and we will dearly miss him.
Judy I am sadden to hear the news if Tim. Charles and I are in Florida or we would be there to see you. I am so sorry. You are the greatest and our prayers go out to you and all your family.
12/23/2022
Candace Gourley Cole
Judy, Jessica, Chad And Family I Am So Very Sorry For Your All's Loss . Tim Was Sure A Good One . Sending My Love, Prayers And Condolences To Y'all ?❤️!!
12/23/2022
Donna Nelson Barnes
I am so sorry to hear this news. Judy, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Much love.
12/23/2022
Candace Gourley Cole
Judy, Jessica, Chad And Family I Am So Very Sorry For Your All's Loss . Tim Was Sure A Good One . Sending My Love, Prayers And Condolences To Y'all ?❤️!!
12/23/2022
Dusti and Jason Byrd
We are so saddened to hear of Tim's passing. Tim was such a good man, very authentic in his testimony for the Lord. He's touched our lives tremendously and will be deeply missed. We love you and were blessed beyond measure to know him and have the pleasure to hear his testimony and to hear him preach. Your family remains in our thoughts and prayers.
We are so sorry for your loss. The Leesburg community will not be the same without him!
12/23/2022
Karen Routh Peoples (Debbie
Judy and family, I am so sorry to hear of Tim's passing. I only met Tim a couple of times but do remember his genuine smile and kindness. Please know you are in my prayers.
12/23/2022
Joan McCracken
Judy Harris & Family I am so sorry to hear the passing of Tim. He was So Sweet. I will be praying for you all at this difficult time.
I Love You All! ❤️
Prayers for the family of Tim. He was like a father to me in high school. Never will forget how this family treated me like one of their own.
12/23/2022
Donna & Kenneth Campbell
Judy and family: so sorry to hear the sad news. Prayers for all the family.
12/23/2022
tammy greene surcey
judy sorry to hear of your lost my thoughts and prayers be with you and family during this time
12/23/2022
Patti and Kenny Crowder
Just we are heart broken about Tim's passing, we love you all so much. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
12/23/2022
Dan and Jan Gourley
Judy, we were so very sorry to read about this. He was a wonderful kind man. May you find comfort in your memories over the next days and for years to come. We are here for you.
Judy, Jessica and Chad sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you all love you
12/23/2022
Mary Lou Radford
Judy, I am deeply sorry to hear about your husband. He was always so nice to me when he came by Pals. You and your family are in my prayers.
12/23/2022
Sonya Garrison Wilson
Judy (my red headed sister) Jessica and Chad. I'm so sorry. He was a sweet man. My condolences and prayers go out to you all.
We are truly sorry to hear of Tim’s passing Godspeed to Judy, Jess, Chad and family. He will be missed.
