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Mollie Harris Obituary
Mollie was preceded in death by her husband Melvin E.
"Harry" Harris; her parents, Samuel C. and Eva (Bailey) Booth, Brighouse, England; her brother Donald Booth, as well as his wife Barbara, Brighouse, England. She is survived and blessed with nieces and nephews and their families in England, many loving Harris family members, and dear friends.
Mollie was born May 18, 1931 in Brighouse, West Yorkshire, England. She grew up during World War II in England, began her entertaining career at age 15, and met Harry in Germany while he was serving in the U.S. Air Force. They were married September 11, 1954 in Rastrick, England and had celebrated 59 anniversaries together.
Mollie retired from Widefield School District 3 after 20 years at Talbott Elementary as the librarian. Her many passions
included telling stories, as well as writing and directing many school plays, musicals, and skits over the years. After retirement she went on to start a new career as a professional storyteller with "STORIES TO GO", sharing her love of
stories, reading, writing and acting. Mollie traveled across the country and overseas to spread her stories and folktales. She will be remembered for her storytelling outfit, merry making, and humor that delighted hundreds of lives, young ones through the elderly. Mollie also shared her British heritage and would put on "traditional tea parties" for women's groups, churches, friends/family, nursing homes and more. She never forgot her birth country but was proud to be an American citizen and call it her home. She was a member of the Colorado Artist Guild, United Methodist Women, Walk to Emmaus, and Ladies VFW in Benton, WI. She also enjoyed sewing, church activities, camping, reading, watching "The Waltons", being with her family, playing cards, and making people laugh.
Mollie loved the Heavenly Father, had numerous "church" friends at East UMC, CO, Spirit of Joy UMC, AZ and
Leadmine PMC, WI. Mollie and Harry enjoyed their
"Snowbird" home and many friends in Florence, AZ. She will be missed by so many. She is at peace from her battle with Dementia/Alzheimer's. Mollie's last "curtain-call" was passing over to Heaven to be with the love of her life, "her Harry".
A visitation was held Thursday, October 8 at Dove Witt
Funeral Home, Fountain, CO. The funeral service will be at East UMC, on Friday, October 9, 11:00am, with a fellowship following at the church.
Any donations or memorials may be sent to Pikes Peak Hospice, C/S, CO or East UMC, 1505 E. Monument, C/S, CO 80909.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mollie Harris
My Aunt Mollie in England came story telling at my sons school
Sue Firth
October 13, 2015
Wonderful memories of my special Auntie Mollie, remembering the parcels that used to arrive at our house every Christmas when we were children, we had all the latest games and toys , long before they ever came to England! The Mousetrap, I think by Fisher Price oh and Bozo the talking clown,Howdee I'm your old pal Bozo!! marvellous! Oh and the woopee cushion, yes we were always laughing when Mollie was around bless her. Loved by all of us, we shall miss her so x
Vanessa (Adams) Friend
October 12, 2015
Mrs. Harris was a very influential kind and caring woman. As kids we lived her stories and her animation was astounding. She will be missed by so many lives that she came in contact with. Entertain the heavens with your stories Mrs. Harris! We will all miss you!
Debbie Nelson
October 12, 2015
Thinking of you all and extending my sympathies.
Cristine Wait
October 12, 2015
She was a wonderful lady who gave me wonderful memories from childhood. I was just telling my daughters age 5 and 2 a few weeks ago about Mrs. Harris telling stories during library time and how I got to go to a party at her house. Such a legacy!
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Deborah Herndon (Granger)
October 11, 2015
I'll always remember her stories, and her favorite holiday. Which was Halloween every year she'd dress up as something different. I first met her in 1976 when I started the 3rd grade. She will b dearly missed
Chari Hicks
October 11, 2015
I met Mollie in my first year of teaching at Talbott which was Mollie's last. But over the next 24 years that I
I was at Talbott, Mollie was a huge part of what made the school special. Her story telling would always brighten the students' day and her contribution to the 6th grade camps was legendary. To top it all off, even though I had only known Mollie for 1 year before she retired, she never forgot me and I got a huge hug every time she came by. Heaven is a happier place with Mollie as as resident!
Christine Comer
October 10, 2015
I remember Mrs. Harris. I moved from Bangor, Maine to Widefield and attended 6th grade at Talbott Elementary. She went out of her way to make me feel welcome and help integrate me to my new school! She had a positive influence on my life personally. To her close friends and family, my deepest condolences for your loss. I hope it brings a smile to your face, knowing the impact she made in the lives of her students.
Sonja Samples
October 10, 2015
Mollie is one of those people that you never forget because she was impactful. When I was a kid I remember her always telling the best stories. Wonderful woman. You will be missed. (Former Talbot elementary student)
Mary Lynne Ketcham
October 10, 2015
My parents dearly loved Mollie. I loved her,too. I had the privilege of listening to her stories at Bear Trap as a teacher. All of us listening were transported to the bunker where she and her classmates endured bombing in London. So powerful and unforgettable. What a treasure she has been to Talbott and our community.
Nicholl Bigelow
October 10, 2015
What a sad day to lose such a wonderful teacher and person. She was my absolute favorite teacher! I will miss you Mrs. Harris, Thank you for everything!
Louana P
October 9, 2015
She was always my favorite story teller. She made my days at school a lot brighter!
October 9, 2015
She was one of kind who's always made kids feel loved and could read a book like no one else. One of my fondest memories is being in one of the many melodramas she wrote. She left a legacy of kindness and love and will always in my heart. Kendra (Hoyt) Wermers
Aggie
October 9, 2015
Will miss sitting with her on Sundays after services for cookies and coffee
Melodie Coleman
October 8, 2015
She was an amazing special Lady who will always be in our hearts
Her love, laughter, and stories have given so many such Wonderful memories. Our Prayers, Thoughts and Love are with all of you..
School District 3 Federal Credit Union
October 8, 2015
We will all remember the stories and laughter. We could be having a down day at the Credit Union and Mollie would come in and light up the place. Harry always just sat down and waited as she told her story. We miss them both.
Mary D.
October 7, 2015
I'm so sorry I'll be out-of-state on Fri, Oct 10th when Mollie's service is scheduled at East UMC. Mollie was a dear woman who always had a "spark" of fun and eternal life within her which she gladly shared with all, incl. her Emmaus friends. You'll be missed, Mollie. De Colores.
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