Obituary - Shirley Canfield Harris

Shirley Canfield Harris, 94, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Price Harris Jr.; and eight siblings; and is survived by her sons, Edward A. Harris (Janice) and Cris E. Harris (Terri); three grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; sister-in-law, Carolyn Harris, nieces, nephews and a large circle of extended family and friends.

She was the owner of Gils Auto Parts and was a deacon at Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church, where she was active and served on many various committees. She had a love for her family and will be dearly missed.

The family will receive friends 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, January 10 at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, Va. 23231. Graveside services will be conducted 12 noon, Wednesday, January 11 at Canfield Family Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church, 2300 Dumbarton Rd., Henrico, Va. 23228, where a Celebration of Life Service will be held, 11 a.m., Sat, Jan. 21., with a reception to follow.

Special thanks to In God’s Hands Caregivers, especially Beverly for her excellent care.