Obituary for John Joseph Harrison Sr.

JOHN JOSEPH HARRISON SR.

John J. Harrison, age 66, of Cedar Grove, died Monday, August 29, 2022 at Margaret Mary Community Hospital in Batesville.

Born October 20, 1955, in Indianapolis, he was the son of the late Bernard A. and Rosemary T. (Frey) Harrison. On August 10, 1978, he and the former Beth Ann Holliday were united in marriage, and she survives.

John was employed at Sperry-Rice in Brookville for more than 48 years, in addition to farming in Franklin County for much of his life. He enjoyed the outdoors and taking care of his cattle.

Besides Beth, his wife of more than 44 years, survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, John J. Jr. (Jill) Harrison of Cedar Grove, six grandchildren, Bridgett, Bailey, Mattilynn, Dakota, Mya, and Chance; and a sister, Linda A. (Terry) Sintz of Brookville.

 In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Matthew G. Harrison who died February 23, 2021, as well as many aunts and uncles.

Family and friends may visit from 1 till 3 p.m. on Thursday, September 1, 2022, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Avenue, Brookville.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 3 p.m., Thursday, September 1, 2022, at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home in Brookville.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Shriners Burn Center or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to once again serve the Harrison family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com