Kenneth Harris

Dear Mrs. Harris, I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Harris. He was my very first clarinet teacher, for about four years, at St. Teresa's. He always encouraged me, and I still think of him when I play. You were both so instrumental in my early music development (thank you for all of your wonderful accompaniment for contest season), and he will be greatly missed. Love, Mandy

Mrs. Harris and family- we were so sorry to hear of Mr. Harris’ passing. He was such a kind and gentle man. We were out of town so we were unable to come to services. We will be making a donation to your chosen group. Jim and Barb Compton and family

Mr. Harris was my first band teacher in Belleville, I still remember his encouragement and enthusiasm. In high school I became close friends with his son Mark and got to see Ken and Doris at their home for many years. He was always warm, kind, a gentle soul, and genuinely interested in what I was up to... My thoughts are with the Harris Family. sincerely, Dirk Stevenson

I am sorry to hear of Kenny passing. He was my band director, my friend and gave me a lot of support through my whole life in my musical career. Had it not been for him I would have not been a professional musician. To the whole family I give you my thoughts and prayers.

Sorry to hear of Ken's passing. He was a great music teacher and baseball coach. He taught me in the 1950's at New Athens High School.

To a wonderful teacher and baseball coach. Most of all to a wonderful man. I was blessed to be a player under coach Harris at New Athens Comunity High School in 1953. Our deepest sympathy are with Doris and family. Love Class of 1953 James Burk and Joan Burk

To the Harris Family, I am so sorry to read of Ken's passing. We were neighbors for a short while when I bought my first house. Those were good times and I remember his happy, friendly smile. With hugs & sympathy, Barb & Paul Gass

Mr Harris was my first band teacher/director. I was in Fourth Grade and District 118 brought music back into the district after being gone for 20 years. I have always treasured being a part of that first year back. Mr. Harris was our classroom music teacher and band teacher/director. I still remember how he would say music, "MOO_SIC" with a smile when we came into the kindergarten room used as a sectionals room. I am a music teacher myself now and my inspiration to become one stems back 1978, when Mr. Harris brought music back into our school and hearts!!!

I was so sorry to learn of Ken's death. I have known him since I was a small child and he was a great gentleman.

My heartfelt and sincere condolences for the loss of a very important man. He was my band and orchestra leader at school. He was very inspirational, kind and encouraging to his students and I worked hard to make him proud of me in band and orchestra. Outside of class he was always friendly to his students and made each one of us feel special and an integral part of the school experience. I have always been proud to have been one of his students. He was a special person who gave unselfishly in his work to his students. I will never forget his kindness to all of us. Suzi (Susan) Karr

I didn't know Mr. Harris but if he was anything like his son Ken, I know he was a great man. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Harris family during this time.

Fine teacher, band director, colleague, gentleman -just a few descriptive words that apply to Kenny Harris. Sympathies to his sweet wife, Doris and his children and grandchildren. God bless and keep you all. Osceola and Ken Mueller

Doris, I was saddened to read of Kenneth's passing. I didn't know him of course but it was you who gave me my lifelong love of classical music. I have thought of you often over the years and have always been grateful that you played at my mother's funeral. May God bless you in your time of sorrow.

Ken, a respected co-worker and forever friend. My sympathy to his family.