Laurie Jean Harris

Laurie Jean Harris, age 67, of Odenton Maryland passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2023

Laurie was born in Washington DC on February 1, 1956, to Margaret Daniel and Marion Amos Alexander, Laurie, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully at home surrounded by love on February 7, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Wade S. Harris Sr; Sisters, Cynthia Alexander and Linda Hanley; and Brothers, David and William Alexander; and her best friend of over 50 years Shirley

Corbin. Shortly after her passing, her beloved grandson, Kerry Anthony Gerald, joined her in paradise on February 21st, 2023. She was survived by her daughter Margaret (Beth) Alexander; 7 grandchildren, including Devyn Alexander (Sia); great granddaughter, Izzy Maria Alexander; brothers, Steven, Joey, and Ronnie Alexander; sister, Marion Lavezzo; stepson, Wade S. Harris, Jr. (Grand Children; Wade, Cassie, Shane, Brandon, Nick) bonus daughter, Shannon Tyler and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends who loved her dearly.

Laurie can be remembered in so many ways. She and Pop Pop loved to listen and dance to Motown. Her greatest joy was being a Mom and MawMaw. During family events, Laurie could be seen at the table playing card or Yahtzee, competitively. One of her favorite hobbies was cooking for her family. She also enjoyed being at the lake or beach with her feet in the water.

She was enjoying her retirement years and delighted in spending quality time with family. We will always cherish and remember her kind, vibrant, sassy, fun-loving personality.