Robert Wayne Harrison, 82, of Madisonville, KY passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025 at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville.
Robert was born December 31, 1942, in Central City, KY to the late Clarence Harrison and Velva Lee Napier Harrison. He was also preceded in death by one brother, Carroll Harrison, and one sister, Virginia Burden.
Robert Harrison was a beloved educator, faithful servant of God, and proud husband, father, and grandfather. He was known for his quick wit, generosity, and immense knowledge.
You could always find him with a diet Pepsi in hand, watching the Dodgers play or cheering on the Hilltoppers. As a principal, he inspired generations to work hard and treat others with kindness. His greatest joy was serving as an elder, treasurer, and member at the Madisonville Church of Christ.
He is survived by his wife, Judith Ann Certain Harrison; two daughters, Hope (Larry) Clayton of Hartford, KY, and Heather (Byron) Van Winkle of Slaughters, KY; Four grandchildren, Crystal (Shane) Everett, Baylee (Nick) Dubree, Lawson (Sarah Grace) Clayton, and Hanna (Luke) Gattis; and three great grandchildren, Joanna Dubree, Briggs Dubree, and Beckett Clayton.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Barnett-Strother Funeral Home in Madisonville with Bro. Russell Kline and Bro. Kenni Crane officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens.
Visitation will be from 9:00 A.M. until the service time Wednesday at the funeral home. Pallbeaers will be Nick Dubree, Luke Gattis, Lawson Clayton, Jon Moore, Marc Moore, Avery Crane, Mason Certain. Honorary pallbearers will be Briggs Dubree, Larry Clayton, and Byron Van Winkle.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The International Bible Teaching Ministry at PO Box 49494 Cookeville, TN 38506 Attn: Ron Gilbert.
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