Paul Christopher “Chris” Harrison

Paul Christopher (Chris) Harrison, 56, of Laurel Hill, FL passed away January 30, 2024, surrounded by his family after battling with esophageal cancer. Chris fought for 21 months before he was called home.

Chris was born in Memphis, Tennessee, to Jack and Mary Harrison on January 26, 1968. Chris joined the US Coast Guard in 1987 and retired as a Chief Warrant Officer second class in 2009. After retirement, he found his dream job in the oil industry with Shell. He started out as a technician and with his hard work and dedication he went on to become an Operation Maintenance Coordinator (OMC). During this time, he completed a bachelor’s degree of Professional Studies Technology Management. He then went on to obtain a master’s degree of Science in Management.

Chris met the love of his life, Tammy, at his second duty station in Grand Isle, LA. They married the 29^th of November in 1991 after three months in Crestview, FL. Throughout their marriage, Chris and Tammy have overcome numerous hardships. Chris enjoyed indulging Tammy whenever possible, while also aggravating her. They share an eternal affection.

Being a kind and dependable father and friend was of the utmost importance to Chris. He certainly did not disappoint when it came to wholeheartedly loving his friends and family. When Chris became a “little” pawpaw to Langston and Channing, he was filled with pride and joy. One of Chris’ greatest joys was seeing his children succeed in their chosen careers.

Chris is survived by his wife Tammy (Stokes) Harrison of 32 years, son Dylan Harrison, daughter Taylor (Harrison) McKinney and son Cameron McKinney, grandson Langston McKinney, granddaughter Channing McKinney of Laurel Hill, Mother Mary Harrison, siblings Bobby Harrison, Ray Harrison (Kathy), Thomas Harrison, Susan Ohlenforst (John) of Louisiana, Sister in laws Crystal (Woody) Braswell of Paxton, Evelyn (Keith) Snow, brother in law Jamie (Sondra) Stokes, numerous nieces and nephews, mother and father in law James and Syretha Stokes of Laurel Hill who considered him as their own son.

Chris is preceded in death by his 2^nd grandson Haston Ray McKinney, Father Jack Harrison, and grandmother in law Evelyn Beal.

Chris is adored by countless friends and coworkers who he cherished like family.

A funeral service will be held on Sunday, February 4, 2024 beginning at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Brackney Funeral Service with Pastor Chris Davenport and Pastor John Lovelady officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 3, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Brackney Funeral Service Chapel.

Pallbearers: James Stokes, Cameron McKinney, Ralph Packard, Mike Suggs, Jack Howard and Bo Stokes.

Honorary Pallbearers: Magdiel (Torro) Torres, John Carter, Jeff Wagner, Kyle Rudolph, Monte (Moose) Donithan, Mike Vol and Olympus Family Crew C.

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Brackney Funeral Service, Crestview, is entrusted with arrangements.