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STREETSBORO -- It is with deep sorrow that we announce Josetta Marie Harris, age 78, passed away into eternal rest on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026, at Ahuja Hospital in Beachwood, of natural causes.
She was born on Jan. 6, 1948, in Bristol, W.Va., the daughter of the late Harry Eddy and Lorena Bell Bane Lyons.
Josetta married the love of her life, Cecil Harris, on March 1, 1969; and they enjoyed 39 years of marriage together before his passing on Jan. 18, 2009.
She first made her home in Newton Falls, later relocating to Austin, Texas, to be close to her grandsons, and ultimately resided in Streetsboro, beginning in 2018.
Josetta graduated from Bohecker's Business School and worked as a secretary for the Ravenna Arsenal and the Newton Falls First Baptist Church.
She enjoyed singing in the choir and helping her husband, the Rev. Cecil Harris, while he pastored Grand Valley Baptist Church, Orwell, and Charity Baptist Church, Warren.
Josetta's memory lives on through her devoted family, including her son, Clay Harris of Streetsboro; her daughter, Cara and Robert Prather of Columbus; and her three grandsons, Kristian, Cody and Carter Harris. She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, several relatives and treasured friends, who held a special place in her heart.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Cecil; her grandson, Dillan Prather; and her sister, Charlotte Spring.
Josetta had an unwavering faith in God so we find comfort knowing she is home with our heavenly Father, and we will all be reunited in time.
Calling hours will be 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, 2026, at the James Funeral Home, Newton Falls. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026, at the First Baptist Church, Newton Falls. Josetta will be laid to rest next to her husband in Lutheran Cemetery, Newton Falls.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the James Funeral Home, 8 E. Broad St., Newton Falls, OH 44444. Family and friends may view her obituary online or to send condolences, please visit www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com.
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