April 26, 1925 ~ August 8, 2019.
Carolyn was a fifth generation native Phoenician. She was a homemaker, caregiver and most of all, a Mother. She was known for her quick wit, sense of humor and giving heart. She attended Saint Mary’s and Phoenix Union High Schools. She was preceded in death by her husband Ellis Harris, her son Michael Harris and her daughter Sandra Reynolds Gertjejansen. She is survived by her five children, son; Patrick Harris, daughters; Barbara Stearns, Debra Reynolds, Shelley Strachan (Bob), and Toni Olson. Her brother Bill Hobaica (Rachel); 15 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A Visitation will be held on Friday, August 16, 2019 from 9:00 – 10:00 A.M, Rosary at 10:00 A.M., with reception to follow at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ. A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 P.M. at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, AZ.
Barbara Stearns
My heart is broken. My mother was my best friend and will be missed dearly but not ever forgotten. I know that she is with loved ones now. I love you Mom to the moon and back. Your daughter Barbara
Penni Harris Janzen
I absolutely loved and adored my Aunt Carrie. The funniest most loving lady I’ve ever known. Sorry for your loss my cousins. I’m blessed to have have had such a special Aunt.
Becky Self (Harris)
All my live to the large, extended family of Aunt Carrie.
I have so many funny stories about her. She was always in a good mood, and she loved a good laugh. I was fortunate to have her around as I grew up.
Kris Messana-Gibson
Remembering Mrs. Harris’s amazing Tacos. Kind personality & one of my HS moms.. Heart felt condolences to My dear friend Shelly and all her syblings. The Gibson family will be thinking about you all in your time of grief. Celebrate Carolyn and enjoy some shared memories as she would’ve wanted. Hugs Fondly Kristy, Ken & Family