Jeffrey D. Harris, Sr.

Mr. Jeffrey Dale Harris Sr. also known as “Santa Claus” to some was born on June 12, 1947, to Mr. Enoch and Mrs. Juanita Harris. 

Jeffrey Harris departed this life on Saturday, October 26, 2024, surrounded by his family at HealthSource Saginaw. Jeffrey served in the United States Air Force. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, watching classic movies, and playing the lottery. He had a very special nurse, Miss Iyana Hillard, whom he loved dearly.

Jeffrey is survived by his children: Jeffrey Harris Jr., Saginaw, MI, Shantel Harris, Saginaw, MI, Taherrah Brown, Grand Rapids, MI, Ashia Tinsley, Saginaw, MI, Eric Collins Sr., Saginaw, MI, Anphanette Travis, Grand Rapids, MI, Dwayne Eiland, and Denise Eiland, Hawaii; a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind a special friend, Ellenor McCravy; stepdaughter, Danika Stuckey; a special aunt, Alberta Henderson, Louisiana, and extended family members and friends from the Brazil, Brown, and Ramsey families.

Jeffrey was preceded in death by his parents, Enoch and Juanita Harris; daughter, Shauntel Harris-Jenkins; brother, Frank Harris; and his uncle, Henry Harris.