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Roger Dale Harris, 52, of Morganton, NC passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 15, 2024. He was born on November 12, 1971 in Burke County to Jack Stuart Harris and the late Nancy Jane Uselton Harris. Roger was a graduate of NC State University with a degree in Civil Engineering. He was co-owner of Ridgeline Building Corporation with his lifelong friend, Wesley Taylor. Roger was a master carpenter and a master mason. He will leave behind a legacy of residential and commercial buildings in which he was very proud. He always found peace and solace at Lake James. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, watching supercross and enjoyed spending time with his comrades.
He is survived by his wife, Melanie Perry Harris; daughter, Jessica Faith Harris; sisters, Lou Hogston (Ricky), Deana Carswell (David), and Jackie Loren (Sheila); four step-brothers and three step-sisters; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles; step-mother, Sybil P Harris.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his step-father, Jack Bost.
The family will receive friends from 11am-1pm Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at El Bethel Baptist Church. A memorial service will follow at 1pm in the church with Rev. Justin Cunningham officiating.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Dear Melanie I am so sorry for your loss. I will be thinking about your family.
Brother you left this world to early but you left enough memories to last a lifetime All The Crazy times we had Riding bikes, cruising Town,hanging out doing whatever Fly High my friend until we meet again ...RIP Rowdy You may be gone but never forgotten 🙏....
So sorry for your loss sending prayers to the family..
I am so sorry to hear of this. I’ve had a lot of great memories with Roger over the years. He was a great friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you work your way through this tough time. RIP Roger
So very sorry for the loss of Roger. Love and prayers to you all.
Our hearts are broken. Praying for comfort and peace that only the Father can bring. Sending love and prayers to all the family. Rex and Brenda Bost
So terribly sorry to hear of Roger’s passing. I always enjoyed the time I spent with Roger, Wes, Nathan, and crew. I very much admired his work ethic, craftsmanship, and attention to detail. Melanie and Jessie, you are in our hearts. Sending you the deepest of condolences and wishing you peace in the future.
To Jack and all the family, my sincere condolences in your loss. You are all in my deepest thoughts and prayers. I wish I could be there with you all on Wednesday but prior engagements don't allow me to be. Just know that I am sending love and prayers for all the family. Mos of you have been life long friends. May God bestow upon all of you comfort and peace during this season of your lives.
My condolences are out to Melanie and Jesse and rest of the family! Roger was a great friend! I will miss him truly! Rest easy buddy!
I wish things would have turned out differently my friend. You will be missed. I will keep your family in my prayers.