Vernan Harris Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Vernan Harris of Arapahoe, Wyoming is shared. Vernan, born on August 31, 1956, passed away on September 27, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Raymond Harris and Ambrosia Chavez Harris; his grandparents, Carlos Basil Harris, Bertie Harris, Joseph and Grace Chavez; his siblings, Leonard, Raymond, Valentine, Alden and Deborah Harris Vega; and his adoptive father Joseph Waterman.
He is survived by: his wife Amelia Lucille Harris; his sons, Vernan Harris and Steve Harris; his adoptive son Shane Pingree; his children, Wesley New Holy, Jr., Dustin Villa, Susan Harris (Spoony), Tahnee Red Wing, Randi Jo Bell, Lynssey New Holy, Sharla Harris and Makayla C'Hair; and his siblings, Pat Harris, Robert Harris, Floyd Addison, Alfred Willow, Gary Oldman, Keith Chavez, Marty Chavez, Rosella Morin, Katherine Red Cloud and Donna HiWalker. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.
A wake will be held on Wednesday, September 30th 2026 at 7:00 PM at the Great Plains Hall (11 Great Plains Rd, Arapahoe, WY 82510). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 1st 2026 at 10:00 AM at the same location.
