Gerald Harris, 98

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PLANTATION, FLA. – Gerald “Jerry” S. Harris died peacefully a few weeks short of his 99th birthday, on June 10, 2023, in Plantation.

Jerry was born on June 22, 1924 in The Bronx, New York. He moved in 1969 with his wife, Harriet, and children Bradley and Amy to Warwick to become the store manager at Learner Shops and later Peerless Stores. He opened “Harry's Hardware Store” in North Providence.

Jerry was a member of Temple Sinai in Cranston. Jerry's wife Harriet passed away on Sept. 22, 1988. In 1990s, he moved to Florida.

Jerry is survived by his second wife, Judith Harris, and his children Bradley Harris (Svetlana) and Amy Sirotkin (Andy). His legacy continues with his grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

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