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Obituary For Vanessa Chester Harris
Vanessa Chester Harris, affectionately known as “Nessa”, passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at the age of 65. She was born on August 17, 1959 to the late Ernest Chester and Melissa Hunter Chester.
Vanessa was married to SSG (Ret) James E. Harris on March 28, 2003.
She confessed Christ and joined St. James Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, Columbus, Georgia. Her passion for children led to work with the Sunday School, Christian Youth Fellowship, Greeter, and she also worked in the Church Office. She was faithful in love and spirit for her church. She loved to spend time with her family and shopping.
Vanessa was educated in the schools of Muscogee County, Georgia, and was a 1977 graduate of Kendrick High School. She attended Clark College (Clark Atlanta University) and received an associate degree at Chattahoochee Valley Community College. Before enjoying retirement she was previously employed at AJ McClung YMCA, Sears Roebuck, 30th AG Reception Battalion Civil Service, and Muscogee Manor.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings, Ernestine Mays, Jack Chester, Alfred Chester, John H. Chester, David Chester, Sandra Kendrick, and Winfred Chester.
Nessa’s fond memories will forever be in the hearts of: her loving and devoted husband, SSG (Ret) James E. Harris; one daughter, Tannus Harrs, one son; Rashawn Harris, grandchildren; Taleyah Harris, Malin Harris, Teigen Harris, and Taryn Harris, three sisters; Carolyn Thornton, Janice Arrington, and Margaret Fuller, sisters-in-law, Barbara Chester, Alisa Chester, Chae Suk Chester, Valeria Harris, Tessa (Albert) Pride, brothers-in-law Donald Harris, Marvin Harris, and Ronald Harris, one god-daughter, Jasmyne (Dallas) Frison, and an abundance of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 11:00AM at the St. James CME Church, Rev. Adrian J. Chester, Officiant and Rev. Bernard M. Jackson, Eulogist with interment at Green Acres Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday 2 - 5:00 PM at Progressive.
Progressive Funeral Home staff is privileged to serve the Family of Mrs. Vanessa Chester Harris.
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Eternal Peace Basket was sent for Vanessa Chester Harris - August 28, 2024
Glenville Challenger sent Mixed flowers in a handled basket for Vanessa Chester Harris - August 28, 2024
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. May the fond memories comfort you and may God keep you in the comfort of his arms.
Your SRP Family
Clara Harris sent Sacred Garden Spray for Vanessa Chester Harris - August 25, 2024
Praying God's strength and comfort during this time. Love, The Harris Family
My deepest condolences to your family. So sorry for your loss. RIP.
Our deepest condolences to your family. We pray for strength is this time of loss. Love Joyce Brown and family.
My deepest condolences to the Chester/ Harris family. Vanessa was one of the most kindest people I have ever met. Rest in peace Nessa! Marietta Wms-Helms
Sending heartfelt condolences and prayers to her friends and family! RIP😇🙏🫶
My heartfelt condolences to the Chester and Harris. I had the pleasure working with Vanessa @30th AG. She was a sweet person. May God bring the families peace and comfort during this difficult time. -Harriet Jones
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Nessa was truly a gift from God. Houston Family
Rest in Peace Nessa...my deepest sympathy to the Harris and Chester Families. Thank you ALL for entrusting the care of your precious love one to myself
Oh my God I can't believe Nessa is gone. I am going to miss our phone calls we every week. Though the clouds may hang over there will be a brighter day in that land they call heaven God shall wipe all tears away. Vanessa Chester Harris was a bundle of joy, a gift give to Mr Ernest and Melissa Chester on August the 17th 1959 beautiful baby girl was born. Vanessa Harris took her final rest from labor and the trouble of this world on August 21st, 2024. Life is like a swing door that open and close. The life of my friend Vanessa is now close. On August 21st, 2024 after 65 years Vanessa grabbed the Master hand and transition over to the other shore. I'll miss you my friend, it really gonna be different without you. But there's a higher power, that we answer to and you heard him calling your name. My condolences to the Harris and Chester family's, Jean Miller Columbus Ga.
My deepest sympathy and prayers for the family. May God comfort and strengthen you during this time and the days ahead.
Niecy as we affectionately called her growing up was a kind spirit. I only knew her as a child from elementary through high school. I grew up on Farley Drive and I loved the Chester Family. My sincere condolences and prayers for her family.
My sincere condolences to the Family. I will cherish our friendship forever!❤️🙏🏿
Eddie Truttling Miles
My sincere sympathy to the Chester-Harris families, we work together at Sears
Nessa, sweet friend to me when I lived in Columbus. You will be missed here on earth but your Heavenly home was ready to receive you. Prayers of comfort for her family and friends💜💜💜
My condolences to the family, Rest in peace Vanessa 🙏 🙏 🙏
When I was growing up Niecy always made time and volunteered her time to her nieces and nephews if you need a ride she was there,,she would take us to the park,skating, to the fair,movies,to and from school if needed and she did this with a smile on her face. Only Niecy can give this type of love she was a Auntie and a friend !!!
To the best Auntie in the world!!!!May the wind blow softly in your ear we miss you and love you!
My Deepest Condolences To The Family.Rest In Peace Vanessa.❤️Teri Sopson.
Vanessa was a bright light to all who knew her. She was kind, loving, beautiful, and full of a sweet, sweet spirit. Her smile was a reflection of the joy of the Lord. She's gone too soon! May God comfort your family and wrap you in His loving arms. Iris Buckner Jessie
Vanessa....Rest In Peace My Friend ❤️ Kandee
Vanessa... Rest In Peace My Friend ❤️ Kandee
My deepest condolences to the family. Mrs Harris was one of the sweetest people you could ever meet. She was my Atlanta Falcons buddy. She will truly be missed 🙏🏽❤️
