Joel Chandler Harris Jr., 83 of Punta Gorda, FL passed away March 21, 2018.
He was born in Sarasota, FL on Feb. 9, 1935. Joel graduated from Middleton High School.
He married the love of his life Joyce I. Meade on Feb. 16, 1974.
Joel had a career as a welder for North East Utilities.
He had a passion for fishing, camping, cruising, and gardening.
He is survived by his loving wife, Joyce I. Harris; children, Josie H. Grant, Jeffrey C. Harris and Karen Walker; 9 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; siblings, Fred C. Harris, Henry C. Harris and Lydia Williams.
Joel is predeceased by sons Ricardo C. Harris and Joel C. Harris III.
A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held at Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Home, 2405 Harbor Blvd Port Charlotte, FL 33952 on Tuesday, March 27 from 10:30am to 11am with a service to follow with Pastor Sam Brooks officiating
A Committal Service will be held at Gulf Pines Memorial Park, 2401 Englewood Rd, Englewood, FL 34223 after the chapel service.
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