Jimmy Harris

ASHEVILLE - James Bryant Jimmy Harris, 74, died suddenly Wednesdsay, February 17, 2010 as a result of an automobile accident. He was born in Yancey County but spent most of his life in Buncombe County. He retired from Victoria Nursing Center as a Department Supervisor. His wife Ruth of 35 years passed away from a long illness two years ago. He is also preceded in death by his son, Randy Long. He was one of six children and is survived by sisters, Marion, Carrie Mae and Darlene; son, Donald Long of Arden; daughter, Sandy Harris of Leicester; grandchildren, Tyler Harris, Shelia Long, Donald Long, Jr. and Donna Kay Lunsford; & great grandsons, Aaron and Austin Lunsford. Jimmy as all his family and many friends knew him by will be greatly missed. Jimmy never met a stranger and would go far out of his way to help anyone in need. He had many passions and a true zest for life which he shared with everyone around him. He loved motorcycles and was an avid passionate rider. He always took place in the yearly Toys For Tots motorcycle charity as well as others. He also loved automotive mechanicing and some have said he could fix most any vehicle - this he shared and enjoyed with his family - again, he will be greatly missed. Funeral services will be held 4 P.M. Sunday in the chapel of Anders-Rice Funeral Home with Rev. Furman Wilson officiating. The family will receive friends 5 to 7 P.M. Saturday at the funeral home. A Video Tribute will be available for 30 days. CLICK HERE