Mother Goldie B. Harris

"Her children arise and call her blessed... a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised." – Proverbs 31:28, 30

With hearts full of love and reverence, we celebrate the life and legacy of Mother Goldie B. Harris, a matriarch of unwavering faith and boundless love, who departed this earthly life and entered into eternal life on May 16, 2025, at the blessed age of 93. She transitioned peacefully at her residence, lovingly surrounded by her devoted family.

Mother Goldie was born on May 30, 1931, in Greensville, Mississippi, to the late Josephine Wilson-Franklin and Taylor Wilson. She was a woman of deep faith, grace, and strength — a true pillar of her family and community. Her life was marked by a spirit of love, service, and unwavering devotion to God.

In 1951, she married the love of her life, John Henry Harris Sr., and together they embarked on a beautiful journey grounded in faith and family. In 1956, they relocated to Saginaw, Michigan, where they initially worshiped at Harris Temple C.O.G.I.C. Soon after, the family became devoted members of Greater All Nation Prayer Tower C.O.G.I.C., faithfully serving under the leadership of the late Pastor W.K. Moore and Elder Louis Bishop for over 70 years. She worshiped at The Nation's Church under Pastor Michael Hayes before transitioning her membership to Word of Faith International Ministries in Saginaw, Michigan, under the leadership of Dr. Byron C. Hayes.

Mother Goldie’s joy was rooted in the simple but profound pleasures of life. She loved fishing, gardening, cooking, and most of all, spending time with her family — especially her grandchildren. Her kitchen was a sanctuary where love was served on every plate, and her garden was a place where she nurtured both plants and people. She had a gift for storytelling, shared wisdom with grace, and could always be counted on for a hearty laugh and a kind word.

She leaves to cherish her memory eight amazing children: John H. Harris Jr., Emmanuel (Stephanie) Harris, Glorie (James) Jelks, Brenda (Edward) Allen, Marie Harris, Garyretter (Harvey) Donald, Nathaniel (Angela) Harris, and Tyrone Harris. One brother-in-law, Ollie Blair Sr.

She was also a proud grandmother of 36 grandchildren, and was blessed with many great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and even great-great-great-grandchildren — each of whom carries her legacy forward in spirit, strength, and love. Also, special friends, Sandra Cutwright, Mother Daisy Furlough, and Mother Eva Morris.

Mother Goldie was preceded in death by her husband, John Henry Harris Sr.; her son, William Earl Harris Sr.; two daughters, Pamela Harris and Maxine Robinson, one grandson, William Earl Harris Jr.; great-grandson, William Earl Harris III; her parents, Josephine Wilson-Franklin and Taylor Wilson; three sisters, Alberta (Clarence) Myles, Josephine Blair and Juanita Myles; and one brother, Rosevelt Wilson Sr. and special friends, Mother Bessie Parm, Mother Voncile Bowen, Mother Kelly, Mother Bobbie Williams, and Mother Georgia Turner.

Though she has departed from this earthly realm, Mother Goldie’s light continues to shine brightly in the lives of those she loved and served. Rest peacefully, Mother Goldie B. Harris. Your race is won, your work is complete, and your spirit lives on.

"Well done, thou good and faithful servant... enter into the joy of thy Lord." – Matthew 25:21