Johnny V. Harrison (12-2-20)

Johnny Vance Harrison, age 81, of Bardwell, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 2, at his residence.

Johnny was born on June 1, 1939, in Savannah, to the late John William and Gladys Kerr Harrison. He served his country in the National Guard and was a 3rd degree Mason. Johnny moved to the West Kentucky area to work at the Westvaco paper plant where he worked as a foreman for over 30 years. Johnny was a true outdoorsman who loved to spend his time hunting, fishing and boating. He was also a huge fan of NASCAR and tractor pulls. When he wasn’t enjoying the outdoors, Johnny enjoyed playing cards with friends, especially Texas Hold’em.

Johnny is survived by his two daughters, Sherri Hays of Milburn and Sonya Moretti and husband Michael of New York, New York; three sons, Jeffrey Harrison of Savannah, Terry Harrison and wife Martha of Wickliffe and Todd Harrison and wife Wendy of Nashville; one brother, Michael Harrison of Savannah; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and two nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Faye Sullivan Harrison; one grandson, Dustin Clint Hays; and his parents.

No services are scheduled at this time. Milner & Orr Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Bardwell is in charge of arrangements.

Expressions of sympathy may be made in memory of Johnny Harrison to Shriner’s Hospitals for Children: 2900 Rocky Point Dr. Tampa, Florida 33607.

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