Shirley Harris's obituary , Passed away on August 13, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa

Shirley Harris

June 29, 1938 - August 13, 2025 (87 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

Shirley Harris's obituary , Passed away on August 13, 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Henderson's Highland Park Funeral Home

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Shirley Harris

June 29, 1938 - August 13, 2025 (87 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

Shirley Harris Obituary

The world bids farewell to Shirley Harris in Des Moines, Iowa, born in Knoxville, Iowa, departing on August 13, 2025 at the age of 87. Shirley leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Olious Washington and Marguerite Washington (Rumley); her son Tony Lawrence Harris; and her siblings, Olious Washington Jr., James Washington and Patricia Washington.

She is survived by: her children, Robin Harris and Johnetta Benson (Virgil); her grandchildren, Nana, Dominic Walton (Tricey), Chadima Abrego, Ricardo Benson (Brandy), Robin Harris Jr. (Alvis), Jowelle Mitchell (Marquis), Tony Benson, Marcus Harris, Juleo Harris (Karina), Rena Harris and Nia Berry; her brother Robert Washington (Peggy); her sister-in-law Julie Ann Washington; and her close friends, Juanita Cameron and Ruby Byrd. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Henderson's Highland Park Funeral Home



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