Larry Dale Harris

November 5, 1944 - February 13, 2020

Larry Dale Harris, 75, of Independence, Missouri passed away peacefully at his home on February 13th, 2020. Larry was born on November 5th, 1944 in Kansas City, Missouri to William and Helen Harris. He graduated from Northeast High School and attended University of Central Missouri, shortly before enlisting in the US Army as an infantryman in the Vietnam War. He began his career in 1973 with the Independence Police Department as a police officer. He retired in 2002 but stayed in the reserves another 10 years. Those who knew Larry admired his willingness to help and guide, his humor, and his can-do attitude. Larry was a member of Crown Pointe Church. He also enjoyed travelling with his wife and family often. Larry is survived by his wife, Kelley Harris; his daughters, Sherri Daugherty and her husband Dale, and Alexandra Harris; grandchildren, Shane, Jacob, and Zachary Daugherty; his great grandchildren Rylan and Maxine Daugherty; brother, Bill Harris and wife Barbara; and many extended family and close friends. Visitation at 3pm followed by a short Memorial Service, will be held on Friday, February 21st, 2020 at Crown Pointe Church located at 5950 NE Lakewood Way, Lees Summit, Missouri 64064.