Samuel Jackson Harris

Samuel Jackson Harris, 99, transitioned peacefully on Tuesday, February, 11, 2020 in the comfort of his home. He was born in West Blocton, Alabama to the late John and Annabelle (Osley) Harris, one of ten children, all of whom predeceased him. He served in the U.S. Army as a member of the all black 320th Anti-Aircraft Barrage Balloon Battalion in 1942 and later became the first black attorney hired by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in 1963.

He is survived by three daughters, Sharon Harris, Patrice Harris (Neil) Harps, JD, and Dr. Jacqueline (Darryl) Martin; six grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, and a host of other relatives and friends.

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