Raymond James Harmon

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Raymond James Harmon, age 96, passed away peacefully into eternity on Saturday morning, March 23, 2013, at the home of his daughter, Judy Campbell, Johnson City, TN.

Mr. Harmon was born February 27, 1917, in the Poga area of Avery County, North Carolina, to Samuel Harmon and Elizabeth Ann "Betsy Ann" Church Harmon. He was a former resident of the Southside Community of Elizabethton for most of his life. He had resided in Johnson City since 2004.

Mr. Harmon was predeceased by the love of his life and wife of 66 years, Mae Lambert Harmon, March 12, 2007; and a son, Jimmy Ray Harmon, January 1, 1985. He was also preceded in death by 8 brothers, Avery, Ephraim, Russell, Wiley, Lester, Butler, Wilburn and Floyd Harmon; and six sisters, Stella Ford, Verna Castner, Buna Carter, Mae Fuller, Ethel Stout and Beatrice Harmon, who died in infancy.

He is survived by his daughter, Judy Campbell and beloved son-in-law, Bobby Campbell, of Johnson City; a son, Donnie Harmon and wife, Elizabeth, of Johnson City; two grandchildren, Leanne Harmon, of Mineola, FL, and John Harmon, of Johnson City, TN. He leaves behind two dear sisters-in-law, Selma Vines and Mattie Lewis; and brother-in-law, George Lambert and wife, Jessie Lee, of Butler. Mr. Harmon was blessed with 59 cousins and many nieces and nephews who survive him with their children and grandchildren.

"Uncle Raymond" will be missed by this extensive family for his gentle nature, the twinkle in his eyes, sweet smile and gift for song. He never lacked for a joke or story to tell.

He served in the U.S. Army from 1936 until 1939 in the 64th Regiment, Coastal Artillery with an overseas assignment in Hawaii. He retired from the Processing and Distribution Department at VA Mountain Home, Tn., in 1980 after 30 years of service.

He loved bowling and working crossword puzzles. Having been raised on a large farm, his love for the land never left him. As long as he was able, he enjoyed growing and preserving God's bounty from the earth.

Mr. Harmon was a member of the Elizabethton Church of Christ for over 60 years, serving as an Elder for 50 of those years. He love his Lord and was blessed with a long life to faithfully serve Him. His presence and Christian example will be missed in his church home.

The family wished to express gratitude to a special niece, Kim Ray, and her husband, Mark, for their devotion and care of Mr. Harmon over the last 6 years.

The family will receive friends at Elizabethton Church of Christ on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, from 5 PM until 7 PM with the service to follow at 7 PM with Mr. Roby Ellis, Minister officiating. The family remembrance will be given by his nephew, Sam Harmon. Music will be provided by the church congregational singing.

Graveside interment will be at Happy Valley Memorial Park on Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at 10 AM. Full military honors to be accorded by Carter County Honor Guard. Active pallbearers will be Bobby Campbell, John Harmon, Mark Ray, Joe Harmon, George Ellis and Willie Holtsclaw. Honorary pallbearers will be men of the Elizabethton Church of Christ. Those who wish to attend the graveside service are ask to meet at the Elizabethton Church of Christ at 9:15 AM on Wednesday to go in procession to the cemetery.

Raymond married Mae Lambert about 1941 in Carter County, , , Tennessee. Mae was born about 1918; died on 12 Mar 2007 in Washintgon County, , , Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Donnie (Don) L. Harmon, age 69, of Johnson City, TN, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 21, 2015, at the Johnson City Medical Center.

Mr. Harmon was born in Banner Elk, NC, on July 9, 1946. He was the son of the late Raymond J. Harmon and Mae Lambert Harmon. He was raised in the Southside Community of Elizabethton.

He was a member of First Christian Church of Elizabethton, TN.

He was also a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). He graduated from Elizabethton High School Class of 1964 and East Tennessee State University. He was a proud veteran, having served his country during the Korean DMZ War of 1966-1969. To say that he was an "avid UT fan" would be an understatement.

Don loved his God, his country and his family. He walked quietly through our lives and was to us, a giant among men. Along the way, he touched us with his kindness, gentleness, and a compassionate spirit. He was hardworking, friendly, humble, fun and easy-going, but passionate about issues close to him. He possessed a Christ-like spirit, helping others and encouraging them in any way he could. He spoke not a word of judgment against others, instead choosing to see the good in all. He himself did not claim to be a perfect man, but was secure in his salvation and eternal reward.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Jimmy R. Harmon.

Survivors are his wife, Elizabeth Archer Harmon; his daughter, Leanne Harmon, of Minneola, FL; and his son, John Harmon and wife Connie, of Johnson City; he is also survived by his only sister, Judy Campbell and her husband, Bob, of Johnson City. He deeply loved his brothers and sisters-in-law; his two aunts and one uncle and their children. He was deeply respected by the Taylor family, aunts and cousins of his wife. His faithful companion, Oliver, his cat, will miss him.

He ended a long, professional career in 2008 and became a caregiver to two special friends, Shawn Hamby and Bradley Parks, whom he loved. He says goodbye to his special "fishing buddies", Drew Pearson and Adam Menyhay, leaving them to "catch the big one."

The family pays special tribute to Peggy Meredith, her children, Vera and Leo at Meredith Valley Farms. Also, Dr. Richard McDavid of Mountain Home and Alysson Hutto, FNP and the staff at Family Physicians of Johnson City.

The memorial service will be held at First Christian Church, Elizabethton, TN, at 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2015, with Mr. John Smith, Mr. Michael Klaus, ministers, officiating. A eulogy will be delivered by Mr. Sam Harmon.

The family will receive friends from NOON until 2:00 PM at the church, prior to the service on Saturday.

Following the memorial service, Mr. Harmon will be buried with full military honors at Happy Valley Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be William Taylor, Jr., Robert Archer, Jeff Vines, Sam Harmon, Wayne Harmon, Joe Harmon, Shane Lambert, David Archer, and Stanley Bailey. Honorary pallbearers are Bob Campbell, Steve Pearson, George Lambert, J.T. Hubbard, and Larry Weaver.