Harris, Jacob Wendell

Jacob Wendell Harris, 88, of Meadows of Dan, passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 in Galax. He was born on February 3, 1935 in Floyd County, the seventh child of Clarence Cornelius & Lura Alderman Harris. He is preceded in death by his parents; three sisters; and three brothers.

Mr. Harris was a brick mason in the Northern Virginia area until his retirement. He moved to Meadows of Dan in 1998, where he married his high school sweetheart. He became an active member of the church that he and his family attended in his childhood, Burks Fork Church of the Brethren. He worked tirelessly for the church as deacon, trustee, and treasurer during his years of service. His proudest accomplishment was the building of the fellowship hall next to the main church building. He loved bluegrass music and he and his wife spent many happy hours at concerts and shows throughout the area.

Left to cherish and honor his memory are his wife of 25 years, LaNita Howell Harris; two daughters, Rada Nicody (Fred) of Culpeper, VA and Leanna Baker (Melvin) of Leesburg, VA; two step-children, Leslie Shelor of Meadows of Dan and Sammy Shelor (Jordyn) of Floyd; five grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A private graveside service will be held in the Topeco Cemetery with Rev. Mike Battle officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Building Fund of Burks Fork Church of the Brethren, c/o Robin Vest, 2905 Floyd Hwy N, Copper Hill, VA 24079.