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James Taylor Harrison Obituary

James Taylor Harrison

April 23, 1935 - June 22, 2024

James Taylor Harrison Obituary

Jim T. Harrison, age 89 of Murfreesboro, TN passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024.


Born in Murfreesboro, TN on April 23, 1935, to the late Price and Ella McKnight Harrison.


Also preceded in death by his son, Hal Harrison and brother, Price Harrison Jr.


He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Peggy Greer Harrison of Russellville, Ky; sons. Jim Jr (Leslie) Harrison; Lance Harrison; daughter, Jean Marie (Joel) LaValley; 8 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.


He was a field artillery forward observer and member of 82nd Airborne. Worked 10 years at MTEMC and 30+ years in U.S. Government. Enjoyed softball, baseball, fishing, hunting, and socializing. Coached Babe Ruth baseball.


Visitation with the family will be held at Murfreesboro Funeral Home on Thursday, June 27, 2024, from 10am – 1pm. Graveside service will be at Roselawn Memorial Gardens on June 27, 2024, at 2pm.

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Jim T. Harrison, age 89 of Murfreesboro, TN passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024.


Born in Murfreesboro, TN on April 23, 1935, to the late Price and Ella McKnight Harrison.


Also preceded in death by his son, Hal Harrison and brother, Price Harrison Jr.


He is survived by his loving wife of 60 ye

Events

Visitation

Thursday, June 27, 2024

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Murfreesboro Funeral Home

145 Innsbrooke Blvd Murfreesboro, TN 37128

Graveside

Thursday, June 27, 2024

2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Roselawn Memorial Gardens

5350 NW Broad Street Murfreesboro, TN 37129

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