Keith F. Harris, March 21, 1931 - November 30, 2020
HARRIS - Keith F. Harris (March 21, 1931 - November 30, 2020)
With great sadness, the family of Keith Harris announce his passing on November 30, 2020 at the age of 89.
Keith was raised on a dairy farm 3 miles south of Yorkton, where he attended Pebble Lake Public School and Yorkton Collegiate. Keith graduated from the School of Agriculture in Saskatoon in 1953. He then went onto self-employment in the oil industry - “Harry’s Oilfield Maintenance Ltd.” He was known for his exceptional work ethic and his willingness to try something new or branch out to different business opportunities. Trying new things and learning on the go helped Keith develop a “colourful” language when working in the shop that he claims helped fix things or put them together faster (the grandkids would be the first to say this was passed onto their dads)!
On October 17, 1958, Keith married the love of his life - Jean Philip of Carragana. Keith and Jean shared many years of love and happiness and celebrated 62 years of marriage this past year. Together they started a family and raised four kids - Lane (Lynn), Tim (Glenda), Cory (Janet), and Carla. It is certain that there was never a dull moment in the Harris family out on the farm, and Keith would have made sure this was the case!
Keith took great pride in his family, especially his grandchildren - Alisa (Alex) and great-granddaughter Cora, Kale (Christine), Justine (Dustin), Courtney, Taylor, Kennedy and Corson. Keith always made sure he was cheering on each grandkid. He attended many music recitals, hockey or baseball games, graduations, and birthdays. The grandkids could always count on him to be out in the crowd, cheering them on!
In addition to spending much of his time supporting his family, he enjoyed travelling with Jean, visiting with friends, and staying active with his dog. Keith was always part of the community in any way he could be. He was a member of the Kindersley Flying Club, where he owned two planes, and flying was a hobby that allowed him to escape from reality when he needed to. Keith also found great enjoyment in all things camping; he expressed this passion through being involved in the Kindersley Cubs & Boy Scouts Club as a leader. Later in life, he enjoyed spending time at the Kindersley Museum. Keith also enjoyed a glass of Crossmount Cider every now and then, and anyone who walked through their door was offered a glass before they could sit down.
Keith’s famous jokes and his words of wisdom will be missed by all those who knew him. He was always up for a visit with anyone and everyone and would be sure to jump on any opportunity to tease them! Keith’s outgoing personality and selfless demeanour will always be missed as he would graciously give anyone the shirt off his back no matter the situation. He truly made this world a better place, and Keith’s memories will undoubtedly bring big smiles to many faces. Keith taught us to make everyone feel welcome, always look for ways to help others, always give big hugs, never say no to dessert and laugh often! Keith’s legacy will live on for many years to come through family and friends.
The family has decided that a memorial for Keith will wait until the spring so all his loved ones can get together to celebrate a life well-lived.
