Lillie Virginia Merrill Harris, 87, was a resident of Lumberton TX for over 60 years. She was born May 27, 1926 in Mobile AL to John Garland and Helen Ellen Reed.
Lillie passed away Friday, August 16, 2013 at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont with her beloved friend, Louise Whatley and Louise's children at her side.
Mrs. Harris is preceded in death by her husband of 54 years Marshall D. Merrill, son Donald Merrill, grandson Emmitt J Merrill and her late husband Carl Harris.
She is survived by her son Rodger (Footsie) Merrill Sr, two grandsons, four granddaughters, several great grandkids, several nieces and nephews and her "baby" dog, Junior.
Left to treasure her memory is the family she claimed as her own, Louise Whatley and all of Louise's children. They loved her and will greatly miss her.
Mrs. Harris' loved ones would like to thank all the staff at Harbor Hospice for all the loving care and kindness.
A memorial service will be 2:00 pm Saturday, August 24, 2013 at Farmer Funeral Home in Silsbee.