Robert T. HARRIS

Robert T. “Bob” HARRIS, 92, of Allegany, NY, died Friday, November 8, 2024 in his home. 

He was a devoted believer in Jesus Christ and had a real heart for missions. His hobbies included flying airplanes, riding motorcycles and playing cards with his family. Born July 3, 1932, in Oswayo, PA, he was the son of Carl and Lucille Brizzee Harris. On April 24, 1955, in Millport, PA, he married Doris Metzger, who predeceased him on March 10, 2023. He was drafted and served honorably with the U.S. Army from 1953 – 1955. In 1965, he founded Keystone Tool & Die in Westons Mills, retiring in 2004. He attended South Side Union Chapel in Olean. 

Surviving are: two sons, Rodney (Emily) Harris of Eldred, PA and Kenneth (Monika) Harris of Cuba; three daughters, Patricia (Gary) Fruit of Allegany, Nancy (late David) Cledgett of Hinsdale, and Wendy Krenzel of Allegany; daughter-in-law, Beth Harris of Westons Mills; 19 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by a son, Walter Harris, in 1989; an infant brother, R. Graydon Harris; brother and sister-in-law, Rev. Darell (Elaine) Harris; and sister and brother-in-law, Corrine (Hugh) Pearsall. 

Burial will be in Wells Cemetery, Oswayo in a private ceremony. 

A memorial service honoring both Bob and Doris will be held 12:00 PM, Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Eldred First Church of God, 142 South Main Street, Eldred, PA, with Rev. David Herne of South Side Union Chapel presiding. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Ulysses, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfoust.com.