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Gloria-Dean-Harris
The Skanner News
Published: 01 October 2014

Gloria Dean Harris passed on September 24, 2014.

Viewing: Thursday, October 2nd 10am - 1pm, Terry Family Funeral Home, 2337 N. Williams Ave. Portland, Oregon 97227.

Homecoming Service: Saturday, October 4th 10am, Ainsworth United Church of Christ, 2941 NE Ainsworth St. Portland, Oregon 97211.

Gloria Harris was born on March 3, 1943 in West Helena, Arkansas to the late Jack Sr. and Nancy Harris. Gloria attended Mississippi Valley State University and later Portland State University where she received her Bachelor's Degree in Counseling.

Gloria touched many lives over the years while working at N/NE Mental Health Agency, Boys and Girls Aid Society, and Cascade Aids Project. She was a regular volunteer at Boise Elliot Elementary School and a Board Member of Dress for Success. She also ran for Portland City Council with the slogan “Back to Basics.”

Gloria Dean Harris will be remembered always by her beloved family and countless friends.

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