Mary Sue Harris Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Mary Sue Harris of Athens, Tennessee, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on December 8, 2025 at the age of 72. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Mary Sue had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Mary Sue may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Cromer and Nannie Millsaps Shelton; her sister Francis Johnson; her husband Clifford Woody "Buddy" Harris of Athens, Tenn.; and her son Scotty Harris (Sonya Hill).
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 16th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Laycock-Hobbs Funeral Home (521 N Jackson St, Athens, TN 37303). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 16th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, December 16th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the McMinn Memory Gardens (1727-1739 Co Rd 560, Athens, TN 37303).
