Joseph Clinton Harrison
June 28, 1945 ~ November 14, 2014
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Joseph Clinton Harrison, 69, passed away suddenly Friday November 14, 2014.
He was a 1963 graduate of Lee H. Edwards High School, and a 1993 graduate of UNCA. He spent 22 years in the U.S. Navy and was in the Submarine Corps for more than half his time there.
In addition to his beloved wife Stephanie Cooper, he is survived by his sister, Anna Harrison; daughters, Kelly Grantier and Kim Canipe; his granddaughter, Wendy Cooper, and grandson Kyle Canipe; and several additional grandchildren, and his daughter-in-law, Barbara Cooper.
He was a member of the Knights of Columbus at St. Barnabas Catholic Church, Arden. You would know him as a judge on Election days, Precinct 19 at the Skyland Voting Booth. He had a smile for everyone and was liked by all.
A memorial service will be held at 5:00 p.m. Sunday, at the home of Mrs. Cooper led by Rabbi Batsheva Meiri. A Funeral Mass will then be celebrated on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Barnabas Catholic Church. Interment with military honors will follow in the Western Carolina State Veteran's Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, it is requested that you make donations to Congregation Beth HaTephila, 43 N. Liberty Street, Asheville, NC 28804, or St. Barnabas Catholic Church, 109 Crescent Hill Rd., Arden, NC 28704.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family
Stephanie and Family,
We were so sorry to learn of Joe’s death. You two were loving and constant companions to each other through the years. We appreciate the time we shared with both of you at class dinners. May happy memories of your life together sustain you.
Jean Clayton and Bill Barkley
Lee Edwards High School 1963
‘Little Joe’ was a cousin, I am sorry to hear of his passing. The family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Deepest condolences to you Stephanie and all of Joe’s family and loved ones. Let us honor his life and bless his good spirit.
I just learned of Joe’s passing. We worked as election judges for precinct 119 at the Skyland Fire Department. Those of us who worked with him appreciated his commitment and leadership. We shared much during those long hours on voting days. He will be missed. Stephanie, I will keep you and the family in my thoughts and prayers.
“For God has comforted His people, and He will show mercy
to His own afflicted ones. (Isaiah 49:13b) May God continue to provide you and
your family with peace and comfort during this difficult time.