John David Harris, 73, of North Port, FL, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025, peacefully at home.

He was born in York, AL. December 25, 1951, to John Dearman Harris and Cora Elizabeth Haynie (née Eaves). He will be profoundly missed.

David is survived by his wife of 56 years, Judy; sons: Timothée Valentin (Augusto), Chris (Mandi), James (Lorrie), and Erik Lambert (Megan); grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Mercedes Hager (Luke), Elijah, Aiden, Nora, Rose, Lori, and Silas; siblings: Beth Vining (Averett), Mary Ray (Lavern), and Ronnie Harris; and a large, loving extended family.  David is preceded in death by his parents, John Dearman Harris and Cora Elizabeth Haynie; brother: Stanley (Tammy).

David enjoyed boating, fishing, and spending time with family. He was an avid gardener. He also loved spending time tinkering in the garage, and he was always fixing things around the house.

Services will be held Friday, May 9, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. from the Chapel of Bumpers Funeral Home in York, AL. Rev. Beth Vining will be officiating. Burial will take place following the service at Siloam Cemetery in York, AL. Please feel free to dress casually for services.

Memorial gifts or flowers in honor of David Harris may be sent to: Bumpers Funeral Home located at 505 W. 4^th Ave. in York, AL. 36925.

A celebration of life will be held for David in Florida at a later date.  Please return to this tribute page for updated day, date, time and location of service.

Friends may visit online at www.robersonfh.com to extend condolences to the family. Arrangements locally by Roberson Funeral Homes, Port Charlotte Chapel.