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Alice Adeboi posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Please accept my condolences with Jeff's crossing over to the "Land of
Poet's Pride." I know that he was such a wonderful friend to you all -
what a beautiful person he was! Wow, and what a beautiful picture,
indeed, it's even more precious now - thank you so very much for sharing
it, though it made me cry again. You know, we all had a chance to say
goodbye to him because of Donna's announcement that Jeff would be on leave the rest of the year. For the first time, I had a very playful connection with Jeff in Phoenix. You know how reserved he usually is with us, he's always been friendly, but still a bit reserved. Well, after our concert, we were milling about in the hallway - Debra had stuck that note on his shoulder saying "kiss me" - I motioned to Angela and we kissed him simultaneously on his cheeks. He was very surprised, but he was so pleased as well - he simply glowed! Some time the next morning, I saw him in the back of the room with Barb, I believe but do not recall exactly with whom, and he caught me walking towards them. He had a big grin on his face and pointed to his cheek - I gave him another kiss and we had a
good laugh...
I hope you will tell me more stories about Jeff each time we meet, so that I may know him better and keep his memory alive! I am even more
determined to bring our energy medicine to everyone I touch and know that not only do I have Donna's and David's help, but I shall feel Jeff's spirit as well.
Much strength, love and light to all,
Alice
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Lisa S posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
To the family: so sorry for your loss, I was a patient and Dr. Harris was a great & caring doctor whose methods and ideas were way ahead of the times.
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Paul Nunes and Elizabeth Waller posted a condolence
Monday, March 31, 2008
Like a lot of folks, we were patients of Jeff's. We were in our 20s when we started with him. We're now in our 50s. Our daughters, who were the subjects of many conversations with Jeff, are roughly the same age as his. We have too many fond memories of Jeff to enumerate them all, but Paul remembers one in particular. Jeff admitted to a guilty pleasure. He was a subscriber to a pamphlet of aphorisms entitled, "Bits and Pieces". It was full of pithy, folksy quotations, which were supposed to inspire positive thinking. He gave Paul a copy. Paul couldn't resist. He became a subscriber too. That was more than 10 years ago. We'll never forget him. He'll always be in our lives and hearts.
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Paul Nunes and Elizabeth Waller posted a condolence
Monday, March 31, 2008
Like a lot of folks, we were patients of Jeff's. We were in our 20s when we started with him. We're now in our 50s. Our daughters, who were the subjects of many conversations with Jeff, are roughly the same age as his. We have too many fond memories of Jeff to enumerate them all, but Paul remembers one in particular. Jeff admitted to a guilty pleasure. He was a subscriber to a pamphlet of aphorisms entitled, "Bits and Pieces". It was full of pithy, folksy quotations, which were supposed to inspire positive thinking. He gave Paul a copy. Paul couldn't resist. He became a subscriber too. That was more than 10 years ago. We'll never forget him. He'll always be in our lives and hearts.
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Linda Palmer posted a condolence
Friday, March 28, 2008
Jennifer, I just heard of your husband's death and extend my most sincere sympathy to you and your daughters.
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Patricia DellaPietra posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
I just couldn't believe that this dear man..incredibly gifted doctor...has been taken from us. His family has always been the light of his life! and I, and my own family have been blessed with not only this gift but also the gift of him...as doctor...and beyond. When my husband (father to my kids)was battling pancreatic cancer, Dr. Harris offered his library...and his deepest caring. I and my family have been blessed with his smile, his depth of knowledge, his caring, amazing patience...and an incredible love for family and for vocation. What a tremendous loss for us all. And our hearts go out to you, his family.
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Dr.Bernard Yablin posted a condolence
Monday, March 24, 2008
In 1995,Dr.Harris saved the life of my wife by his early diagnosis of her eye tumor.
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Tom Quinzi posted a condolence
Sunday, March 23, 2008
Dr. Harris was an excellent Eye Doctor to my family. More importantly he was an exceptional person. He will be missed greatly. With deepest sympothy,
The Quinzi's
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Perry,Patty & Ashley Humphrey posted a condolence
Sunday, March 23, 2008
Jen, Kate and Liz,
Our deepest thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow and remembrance.
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Jean Oswald RN posted a condolence
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Jennifer and family: please accept my sincere condolences on Jeff's passing. I knew him through the Integrative Health Committee; his passion for holistic medicine and support for each practitioner inspired me to change direction in my nursing career. I still hear his encouragement and laughter. He also gave the best eye care our family could receive and we will miss that. But I feel very comforted that Jeff's energy is still with all of us. You are in my prayers.
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Patty and Bob Gordon posted a condolence
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Dear Mrs. Harris, Jennifer and Kathryn
Bob and I were so shocked and saddened to hear the news about your husband and Father. He was such a fantastic doctor and a compassionate, understanding man. He took care of my whole family, including my Dad, who does not like going to Doctors, he did, however, like Jeff very much, and would comment on what a nice person he was. We always loved talking about vitamins and alternative medicine, he was so gentle and sweet. Please accept our deepest sympathy and know that we will be praying for your family.
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Celine Ernst posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Dear Mrs. Harris, Elizabeth and Karen,
Jeff was my opthomologist for a number of years. He was a gifted physician, and a tender and kind man. I am so sorry for your profound loss.
Sincerely,
Celine Ernst
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Sandy Gosnell (Rochester, NY) posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
I am so sorry at the loss of Dr. Harris. He was a wonderful father and Doctor. As a nurse I had the pleasure of meeting him. This communty has suffered a great loss.
God Bless the family
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Nina Sikand (Rochester, NY) posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
I am shocked and saddened by the loss of Dr. Harris, who was a very rare MD. As his incidental patient, I received the time and attention normally accorded a very old friend.
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Theresa Dunn (Rochester, NY) posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Jennifer,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. From everything you told me he was a wonderful husband and father. My thoughts are with you and the girls.
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Deb Spratt posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Jen and family. I am so sorry for your loss and am thinking of you. Deb
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Dr Richard Glick posted a condolence
Monday, March 17, 2008
I'm deeply saddened of the passing of Jeff. We were causal friends for the past several years. I'll always remember his funny personality and most of all our conversations of his commitment to his family and his profession.
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Bob Lipowicz & Bobbie Lucas posted a condolence
Monday, March 17, 2008
We are deeply saddened by Jeff's passing. He was an excellent physician, confidant and more importantly, a friend. He will be greatly missed by us and the community that he served. Our condolences to his family.
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Linda Hopkins posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Our family is deeply saddened by the loss of Dr. Harris. He was the only doctor I ever truly trusted with my eye health. With a wonderful sense of life and sense of humor, our family will miss him greatly. Our sympathy to his family.
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Indo American Eye Care Society, Dinesh and Rashmi Chawla, and Brijen Gupta posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2008
What a shock. Dr. Harris was much younger than all of us, but much wiser. In the early years of the Indo American Eye Care Society, as a trustee he shared his wisdom with us, and over the years he always expressed interest in the success of our eye hospitals in India. We miss him, and we will miss him, and we offer our deepest condolences to the family.
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Kay and Floyd Dibble posted a condolence
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Dr. Harris. As former patients we are grateful for his care. Beyond the care was the caring; he really did care for people. He always had the kindest of words, a great sense of humor and quick wit. Many will miss him.
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Barbara Ann O'Leary posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
As an Energy Medicine colleague I was blessed with the opportunity to experience Jeff's warmth, humor, & dedication to empowering people to mobilize their own innate capacities for wellness and joy. His willingness to show up and truly be present in this life is a gift I know I'll carry with me going forward. My love and sympathy to everyone who is feeling his loss at this time.
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Janet Brusso, Jim Behrens posted a condolence
Monday, March 10, 2008
We were very saddened to learn of Dr. Harris' death. Along with many others, we are grateful for his care and his precise attention to our eye health. We will miss him very much. We pray that God will give his family the strength and comfort that will help them in this difficult time.
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Tom Weymann posted a condolence
Monday, March 10, 2008
Dr Harris was a wonderful man. During my visits he never wasted time, but was never hurried. I will miss him, his care, his patience.
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Gary Graves posted a condolence
Sunday, March 9, 2008
My condolences to the family of Dr. Harris. I've been a patient of Dr. Harris for years and was shocked to read he passed away suddenly...I spoke with him just recently. I always enjoyed my visits to his office. He was a friendly and kind person whom I will greatly miss.
Gary
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The Kelsey Family posted a condolence
Saturday, March 8, 2008
We just heard about the passing of Dr. Harris,having been out of town for 5 wks.We were shocked and deeply saddened to hear of his sudden passing.He looked after our eyes for many years and we shall miss him terribly.Our thoughts are with you all.He always shared stories about his daughters and how proud he was of their achievements.Our hearts are broken.
Easton,Joanne and John
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Dustin Mackie posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
I first Jeff through the Donna Eden Energy Medicine Certification Program. His warmth, caring, dedication, depth of knowledge, and substantial but quietly-made contributions made him special to all of us.
Jeff was a true "mensch".
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Cheryl Yehl posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
My deepest and most sincere condolences to Dr. Harris' family. What a rare and special doctor! I was a patient for many, many years. His quick wit, gentle caring and special way of doctoring will be sadly missed.
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Mom and Dad posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Dearest Jennie,Elizabeth, and Katie, My heart aches for each of you. We were priviliged to have Jeff as a member of our family for 30 years. He was a very caring,loving husband and father to each of you. All of the family was so happy that he attended the Texas wedding in January where each one had the pleasure of visiting with him and enjoying his great wit and sense of humor. He will always be missed by each of us. May he rest in peace and may His eternal light shine upon him. Each of you are in my thoughts and prayers daily. We love each of you very much. God Bless. Mom and Dad
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Rose posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Dear Jeff,
I will never forget your kindness to me during the Eden Energy Medicine Training. You gave me hope because you believed in me at a point when I'd lost faith in myself. I am confident you will not be missed in spirit, but I will miss your sense of humor, your intelligence and so much more. I am so grateful I got to know and learn from you these past two years. God bless you and your family now and always.
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Lisa Buford posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Oh Dear Jeff,
Where truly does one begin????????? I write to you, I write and begin rambling for me that I might have some closure and resolution. It is one thing to believe, to know, to think and still be left with such profound sorrow and anguish. I know you are free and are home, having finished your mission…. Boy I am blown away to another dimension as I can only figure the love and hearts of this organization has allowed me (us) to feel such levels of sadness and not drown in our tears and sorrow. What a community and you my dear, dear man have been the catalyst to expose our bond. Reading the emails has been an incredible journey. Had you any idea how much you were loved and respected, how many lives you enriched and impacted, how you made us all feel special? You have left huge footprints in the sands of time and now you have wings!
I love so many things about you-your sense of humor, integrity, wisdom, kindness, sensitivity, your capacity to be present and human. I’ll miss your jokes. You once told me that there had to be past lives because there wasn’t anything else to explain the deep connection and bond you felt with this group of people. It reminds me of my first time meeting Donna as the keynote speaker for the AskUs conference in Philadelphia and she said she wanted to meet her group of people. Donna graces this planet and has forever changed my life. Jeff you too graced this planet and my life will never be the same for having known you. Thank you………. Lisa Buford
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JoEllen & Wes Herman posted a condolence
Sunday, March 2, 2008
Even though our careers have separated us over the years, we have always cherished the time we spent together in Minneapolis. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
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Logan and Verna Hazen posted a condolence
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Jennifer, Elizabeth and Katie,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Logan, Verna, Jennifer and Rebecca Hazen
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James V. Aquavella, MD posted a condolence
Saturday, March 1, 2008
I first came to know Jeff in 1980 when he enrolled in a University of Rochester Corneal Fellowship program under my direct supervision. His intelligence, quiet demeanor and dry wit will be remembered by all his associates. The community has lost an expert and caring Professional, we all mourn his passing.
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Sarah Buck posted a condolence
Friday, February 29, 2008
What an enormous loss this is for everyone whose path Jeff crossed. He contributed so much to the understanding of energy medicine. Along with all the many wonderful things others have already said about him, I will remember him for his deep and quiet integrity. I send my very deepest sympathies to Jeff’s family.
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Lori Kats posted a condolence
Friday, February 29, 2008
Jeff, I can't come up with words for the feelings I have...to say "I will miss you" is a huge understatement. Please come visit me so we can talk...I'm open, willing, and waiting.
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Sherri Longyear, Walworth NY posted a condolence
Friday, February 29, 2008
Wow - I'm still reeling from this news. I just saw Jeff in January..In addition to professional knowledge, I enjoyed hearing about his travels, family & association news. Jeff is a dedicated & loving soul.. My condolences to Jeff's family...
Peace be with you now and for always.
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Mike Tallon posted a condolence
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Jeff made my life more precious because he showered my time with him with his radiant and wonderful energy. I so much enjoyed the full range of his mind, the gentleness and good humour of his expression. I will cherish him in my heart always --- his smile, his giggles and his lightness of being. Jenny, Liz and Katie, I feel he might have felt pleasantly out numbered at times with you, but he delighted in it and the telling of the lives of his girls. I found him to be a man of good thoughts and good deeds, inspiring, approachable on any subject, compassionate {with always a tweak or twist or two of mischief --- I loved that!} and a gentle man in his judgments, keen with his thoughts and open with his feelings. His untimely death has serve notice on this about to be 57 year old man to live more fully and to be engaged in every moment that I breathe. He did good work to care for my eyes these past 20 years, but he was much more illuminating when it came to how to live life. He was holistic as a physcian and as man, and I am certain as a husband and a father. Solace to you in your mourning and peace to you in your lives as they move forward. All of us hold his wonderful life in our cherished memories and in our lives as we move forward without his presence yet with his memory and his energy.
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Cris HUNTER (PERIGUEUX) posted a condolence
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Jeff, your passing is tragic and untimely. No words can express this loss and my heartfelt sympathies go to your family and friends. My only consolation is the wisdom you brought to me in dreams since your passing and the knowledge that your spirit lives on. You will be sorely missed on this Earth....
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Thomas Driscoll (Victor, NY) posted a condolence
Thursday, February 28, 2008
To the Family of Dr. Harris, my deepest sympathy. My wife, Michele, and my sons, Brendan, Kevin, Padraic and my daughter, Aisling, were all patients of Jeff. He was kind and thorough and answered questions from Kevin very carefully e.g."Why is all the optical equipment made in Switzerland?" I had lovely conversations with Jeff about college applications and scholarships. I am graced to have known Jeff.
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nancy boyer (mt dora, FL) posted a condolence
Thursday, February 28, 2008
To Jeff's beloved family, please accept my deepest sympathy. I cannot even begin to imagine the shock and pain you are feeling. As a friend, Jeff was indeed a rare fellow human. It just seems incomprehensible that his smile, warmth, light and wonderful mind must be but a lasting memory. Jeff, please continue to share your beautiful light. You are truly loved.
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Linda and Len Stein posted a condolence
Thursday, February 28, 2008
We were shocked and saddened to learn of the loss of Jeff. He was our doctor for over twenty years and we always looked forward to our visits with him. Not only was he highly capable and helpful, but he regaled us with his stories. During one conversation, Linda found out that both she and Jeff were born one day apart the same year in the same hospital in Brooklyn. Now that's a coincidence.
Jeff was a special person and we will sorely miss him. We send our deepest sympathy to his family.
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Janice and Tom Tornatore posted a condolence
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Dear Mrs. Harris and daughters-
We send you our deepest sympathy as you mourn the loss of you husband and father. Jeff was our family doctor for many years. He was a kind, approachable, skillful physician and a very learned man on many subjects. We also have two daughters so many of our conversations were about teens and colleges. We will all truly miss him.
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Beth Treiber & Ted Tanner posted a condolence
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Dear Jennifer and family, I hope that the memories that we all have of Jeff will help you through this sad time. Jeff was not only our opthamologist but was a good friend and collegue. He has taken real CARE of the eyes of our whole family for years. I so enjoyed working with him on Integrative Medicine. When I think of Jeff,which I have so often the past few days, the one thing that I hear is his wonderful laugh. I think this says so much about his spirit. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs
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Don Carlson posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
So many memories of a great man; flying kites in the front yard, his warm smile that always greeted you, our discussions about his desire to provide his patients the very best and more. My thoughts and prayers for Jenny, Liz, and Katie during this time of loss.
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Ted Currier (Florida) posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Blessings and heartfelt sympathy to the family. Jeff was my teacher, mentor and friend in the energy medicine realm. His analytic and scientific approach along with his humor and caring helped me greatly. He will continue to be my inspiration as I try to emulate this wonderful man and spirit.
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Julia Stein,MD posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
What a shocking loss.I knew Jeff through Integrative Healthcare Committee,and will always remember his wonderful smile, humor,and of course great insights. I learned so much from him. My heart goes to Jeff's family, kids. If there is anything at all I can do to ease your sorrow, I'm here for you
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Jacquie & Andy Germanow posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
What shock and sadness I feel for all of us. The kind and thoughtful medical attention that my friend Jeff gave was extraordinary. I often wondered if he knew how special he was. Fortunately I told him, but now it feels as if I should have said more. He was a human being always looking for answers in new and individual ways. This approach is singular in today's fast paced world. We feel so fortunate to have known him. May the happy memories you have as a family sustain and strengthen you during this saddest of times. WE will miss him very much.
Our deepest sympathies are yours,Jacquie & Andy Germanow
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Donna & Ted Zajac posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
To the Family of Dr. Harris: Our sincere condolences on his untimely passing. He was a kind, caring person and an eye appointment was something we looked forward to as a chance to talk as a friend and not just a patient. He will be very much missed.
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Nancy and Jan Muhlbauer and family posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
We have known Jeff for 25 years, during which time we found him to be a caring and thoughtful physician and a dear friend. He would sit for over an hour with each of us during the appointments, performing the most gentle and expert eye examinations and answering all of our questions. There was no one else like him!!
Plus, through his book collecting interests, Jeff was the guy who got me (Jan) interested in collecting antiquarian medical books!
His wonderful sense of humor, intelligence, and warmth will be greatly missed. Our deepest condolences go to Jennie, Elizabeth,
and Katie.
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Sue Powell posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Jeff mentored so many of us in the Energy Medicine community with such kindness. I will miss his quick wit, his ever-present humor, his smile that lit the room, his ability to calm and focus us and his deep caring. My deepest sympathy to his family.
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Kim Wedman posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
We will all miss and find impossible to replace your special kind of safety, integrity and humor in your remarkable, amazing relationships with each and everyone you knew.
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Kelmie Blake posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
My heart goes out to Jeff's family. He had such a wonderful, kind presence, and was someone I always looked forward to seeing at any Energy Medicine gathering. His kindness, humor, and incredible dedication to Energy Medicine will be remembered always.
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Charles Zabinski posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Dr. Jeffrey Harris was my opthamologist for almost 20 years. I owe my present great sight to his practice. A visit to him was always a learning experience as he he could explain his diagnoses in terms understandable to me. My daughter and wife were his patients also. He was a kind and gentle man and the world is a poorer place without him. My sincere sympathy and condolences to his family.
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Tricia Tantalo posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
My first job out of college was with Dr. Harris at his practice, Associates in Vision. He was a wonderful boss & a genuinely kind individual. I was shocked and saddend to hear of his passing. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to his wife and daughters at this most difficult time.
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Sue Gridley posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
I am one of scores of students whom Jeff touched and enriched. I learned EM from him, and I had the pleasure of seeing him beam SO proudly as he introduced a daughter to me in Ft Myers. His efforts and energies have left a ripple that will continue forever.
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Michael, Gale, Alec, Caroline, & Tyler DePaolis posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Jennifer, Elizabeth, and Kathryn,
We are shocked and saddened to learn of your loss. Since I first met Jeff, during his tenure at Hershey Medical Center, it was evident he was a very special person. Jeff's ability to help and guide others far transcended his role as a great ophthalmologist and healer.
He will be deeply missed.
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Karen Duffy, NP posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to all--family, friends and colleagues..
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Betty (Fleischmann Lewison posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
I am dreadfully sorry about your Jeff! I know he is a tremendous loss to each of you - and to his whole world. My sincere sympathy.
Love,
Betty Lewison
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Peggy & Hugh Murphree posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Our hearts are saddened over Jeff's departure. Wish we had been close enough to have known all of you Harrises - a lovely family we're sure. We are distant cousins and your Mother was also a classmate at Park School.
Please accept our sincere sympathy~Jeff was a remarkable young man!
Peggy (Mayer)and Hugh Murphree
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Steve Park, MD posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
I have known Jeff as a friend and a colleague for the last 18 years. He was truly a thoughtful, good, good person. We will all miss him.
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Geoffrey White Diana Warren (Lawrenceville, NJ) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Our deepest sympathies are with the family of Jeffrey Harris. He was an energy medicine friend and mentor and he will be missed. May you know our hearts are with you all and may you be comforted knowing he was loved by many.
Geoffrey White & Diana Warren
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Sandy Melloch (Pittsford, NY) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
I have readily referred others to Jeff for 20+ years. He was not only a top-notch doctor, but also a wonderfully gentle, compassionate human being -- with a quirky sense of humor. I most treasure our long talks, comparing notes on energy medicine. He was the best. My love to his family.
Faith is the bird
that feels the light
and sings
when the dawn is still dark.
-- Tagore
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Maxine McDonald (Ontario, NY) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
To Jeff’s family:
I am so sorry for your loss and deeply saddened. Our planet has lost a wonderful person. I first met Jeff through the Integrated Health Committee several years ago. I also have known him through Donna Eden’s Energy Medicine. I was in the first class of the certification program. The Energy community is going to greatly miss his presence. Last night I read a passage from Eckhart Tolle’s "A New Earth" that describes Jeff. (Last paragraph on page 107) I can't leave the quote but will send if you want to contact me. Jeff was truly remarkable and made a difference in this world.
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Andrea E. Mincsak (Moody, TX) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
To all those who have been touched by Jeff's life and passing, may your fond memories comfort you at this time. May you know that his spirit lives on in the hearts of all who had the pleasure of meeting him. I knew Jeff through Eden Energy Medicine where he was a great mentor and positive influence. I believe we are all blessed for having known him.
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ANGOT Bénédicte (FRANCE) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Jeff, I honor you and am grateful that I had the opportunity to meet you because you were my devoted TA for the small group on my graduation journey last february 18th.
I discover your deep kindness, your eagerness to help,your presence, your precise knowledges and your humour with such a wonderfull smile. I will miss you on Earth and I feel you are with us.
MERCI
My Prayers for you the closest and dearest to him, may you find courage, hope and deep Peace to go on your journey
De tout coeur avec vous
Bénédicte
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Weisha Mize posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Jeff was a significant contributing presence, generous and gentle. Jeff, family, and all you have touched with your wonderful spirit:
I am sending you light, to hold you, to heal you; I am sending you light, to hold you in Love.
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Heidi Poltorak posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Jenn,
Know that you and your family are in our hearts and prayers.
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Judi Murphy posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
To the Family and Friends of Jeff Harris: I met Jeff through the Energy Medicine community and was only a casual acquaintance. He was a special person who had a remarkable gift of touching the hearts of all those he met. He was a very special soul. I send sincere condolonces for your loss.
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Thom, Jean, Emily, Amelia and Peter Fogg posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
Jeff was our friend, our doctor, our neighbor and truly a wonderful example of a kind, thoughtful and caring human being. We miss him deeply and will never forget him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jenn, Liz and Katie.
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276 loomis posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
dear katie and family,
we just want you to know we are thinking of you always and are here for you whenever you may need us. we miss you katie, things are not the same without you around here xo
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Sandy Mayer posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
I am shocked and grieving at the loss of this wonderful man. I and my family have been patients of Jeff for many years, following him wherever he went. My office visits there were really getting together with a friend, never rushed and always compassionate. As a medical colleague, we always found some common interest to laugh about. We spoke with pride of our families, our careers, and even Jeff's pride in his family tree...he showed me his scrapbook one day as we searched for some connection between us. Jeff and I had a good laugh just this past Wednesday, 2 days before his passing...he called me to remind me to come see him for a checkup soon. I reached around for my calendar and when searching for a mutual date...I mentioned I couldn't see anything in the book as I couldn't find my glasses! We had a good laugh!
I and my family will truly miss him, his kindness and gentle way. My thoughts are with his wife and lovely daughters...I wish them strength and comfort. Sandy, Suzanne, Marc, and Brooke Mayer
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Nancy Hampton posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
My deepest sympathies to Jeff's family. Thank you for sharing Jeff with the Energy Medicine Community. I feel honored to have known Jeff. He was such a great example in how to treat people with kindness and love.
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Ellen Meredith posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
Jeff was a bright light for all of us who knew him through the Eden Energy Medicine Program. He was a wonderful teacher, mentor, and fellow learner and I will miss him more than I can express. My heart goes out to his family and friends in New York.
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Laura Rose posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
My entire family have been patients of Dr. Harris for many, many years, and we were shocked and dismayed to learn of his untimely passing. He was one of few full of integrity and goodness, and we will miss him very much. Our thoughts are with you, his beloved family and friends.
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Steve and Maureen D'Eloia posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
I was shocked to hear about the passing of Dr.Harris. He was such a fine gentleman. As an Optician, I enjoyed his lectures and going to his Holiday open house in Perrington almost 30 years ago.Our hearts go out to his family. He will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Steve and Maureen D'Eloia
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Neil Blumberg posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
Dear Jennifer and family,
Joanna, David, Eric and I offer our sincerest sympathies on Jeff's passing. Words are not much, but we offer our thoughts and condolences to you from the Blumberg/Heal family in this difficult time. Godspeed,
Neil
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Karen Berl posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
I have been Dr. Harris' patient for so long I cannot remember when I first met him, and I have followed him as he moved to several different offices, despite the fact that his offices were always located quite a distance from my home and never really convenient for me--He was just that good. To say that I am stunned at the terrible news of his passing is an understatement, and I just cannot believe I will no longer sit in "the chair" and share stories and laughs with him. It is too much to comprehend. My heart aches for his family and all those who were close to him, as I know your pain is indescribable at the loss of this wonderful man. He was a gem.
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Judith Poole posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
The news of Jeff's departure came as a shock. He was always filled with such enthusiasm for life. My heart goes out to you, his family. Jeff was always so gentle, loving, and kind. I am happy that I had the privilege not just to meet him, but to come to his office to be "tested" for the Energy Medicine CP. He had a knack for making all whose lives he touched feel special.
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Angela Zazubec posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
Dear Jenny, Liz & Katie, I am so sorry for your loss.Memories of my association with Dr Harris have flooded my thoughts since I heard the terrible news. He was one of those key people you come across in your lifetime. I was a stay-at-home mom for sixteen years when I applied for a job with Dr Harris. I was a nervous wreck, inexperienced and out-of touch. He made me feel totally comfortable and assured me that my experience as a mom and housewife was more valuable than I gave myself credit for. He encouraged and supported me to get my Opticians license. It was a very gratifing experience working for him, and when he merged with Dr Reed, he made sure we were part of the package. Also, I will never forget the fabulous cruise he took us all on to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his practice. He was a generous, caring,and thoughtful friend. I will never forget him. I hope you can find some comfort in these tributes to his life. God Bless!
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Mary and Don Alhart posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
It was the one Doctor's appointment we looked forward to. Not only an eye exam, but the chance to talk with a friend, exchange the latest news on vitamins and natural remedies- and above all, share a few laughs. We shall miss him greatly and will keep his family in our thoughts and prayers.
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Judy Cotterill posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
My heart goes out to you and your family Jenn; you are in my prayers.
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Lisa M. Bishop posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
So very sorry to hear about Dr. Harris' passing. We worked together at Reed Eye Associates and I remember his quick wit and easy sense of humor. He will be missed.
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Jean and Antoine Gomez and Family posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. Know that we are always here for you. We love you all.
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Christopher Cantwell posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Dear Katie and family,
My deepest prayers are with you all. Thinking of you and wishing you hope in your time of sorrow and comfort in the midst of pain.
With my most heartfelt sympathy,
Christopher
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Betsy Inglis posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Dear Mrs.Harris and daughters,
I send you my deepest sympathy as you grieve the loss of your dear husband and father. I was a patient of Jeff's for 17 years and deeply valued his care, his humor and his friendship.He was a physician in the truest sense and his kindness will always remain with me.May he rest in peace.
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Stephanie Eldringhoff posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
He was such a good friend and colleague in the world of energy medicine. He could always find a way to make me laugh, challenge my thinking in the realms of energy medicine and stay curious to what was around the corner in life. My fondest memory was the day he went with me to pick up my beloved puppy this past September out in WA state on Hood Canal --- he was a blessing in my life and I saw him do that over and over again with so many people. I shall always miss him and be grateful for what he taught me about how to live and love others for all their goodness overlooking what I would change if I could. He is the most amazing of people I have ever known and to have had that kind of friend goes beyond any words I could ever put together - except thank you, Jeff for being you.
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Elizabeth Dickson posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
If Jeff had lived a thousand years it would have been too short. He was my Dr. for the past twenty years and not only did I trust his knowledge but valued his friendship.
I know that God has wonderful ideas and Jeff was one of his best -
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Donna Kemper posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Jeff introduced himself to me at our 1st Energy Medicine workshop to investigate the "Kemper" connection. Ironically, I am originally from Baltimore, as was Jeff's mom, and my family was well aware of the "other" Jewish Kemper family in our city, but somehow our paths never crossed. We always pretended we were cousins anyway--and always figured there must be some connection way, way back. My grief is as deep as I've felt for any family member who has passed. I wish comfort and strength to Jenny and the girls. Donna Kemper
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deborah evans posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
His life will continue to light mine. May you feel his love always.
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Brian, Barb, Kelly, Mike and Jenny Pasley posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Jen, Katie and Liz, our hearts are heavy for you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days ahead.
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Mark Deacon posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Jenny, Liz, and Katie, I am so sorry for your loss, I know it has been felt even here. I'm keeping all you in my heart.
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Gerry Lofthus, David Lofthus & Dena Florczyk posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Our sincere sympathy to the Harris family. With fond memories of baseball games, a glass of good beer, kind soul and good friend.
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Kit and Jim Vogel posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Mrs. Harris, Liz and Katie, My husband, myself and our three children all of whom are long out of college have had the privilege of being Dr. Harris' patients for more than 20 yrs. He was so skilled, so intelligent, so welcoming, so very special to each of us. I hope I have the opportunity to meet you someday to share all the many wonderful things Dr. Harris has done for my family and my friends. God Bless you. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
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Aaron and Annette Satloff posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Jeff, Our friend,our collegue, and his patients, we express sympathy at this sudden loss. We will all miss his wonderful man.
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Tim, Lisa & Elise Morris posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
To our beloved friend and Friday night wine buddy. We will miss your wisdom and input-especially during our Starbucks bets. We will honor your memory in all ways possible. Love, Tim, Lisa & Elise
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Linda & Ray Mcnaughton posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Jenny, Our deepest sympathy to you and your daughters. Jeff was a wonderfull,generous person. He will be greatly missed by all who's lives he touched.
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Dr. Bruce Thaler, Sharon & Stephanie posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
As a member of the Peer Review Committee of Blue Choice, I had the occasion to get to know Jeff as both a colleague and a friend. He was always smiling and we spoke of our college days at both colgate and hamilton. Our condolences to his family.
fondly, bruce, sharon & stephanie
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Robert & Claire Henrichs posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
We will always remember Dr. Harris as one of the kindest people we ever met. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. We were his patients for many years.
Our deepest sympathy to his family and loved ones.
Bob & Claire Henrichs
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Deb, Jim, Samantha and Tom Castronova posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Jen, Katie and Liz,
You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband, dad and friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the days and weeks ahead.
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dale and jay pomerantz posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Dear Jennifer, Kate and Liz;
I was a patient of your dad's, when he first began his practice. He was a wondeful clinician and an incredibly thoughtful person.
I last spoke to him while waiting to pick up Jackie Kerper at Search. I remember him asking me "Dale, what are you doing here? I answered and with compassion I knew he understood. I know too that he loved all of you very much and was a great dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dale and Jay.
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Lorraine and Emma Woodward posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Jennifer, Liz, and Katie, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Donna Edgerton posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
My deepest sympathy to Dr. Harris's family. As one of his patients, I was so impressed by his easy-going manner and refusal to rush through his appointments. He was a rare find in today's world.
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Mark and Marjorie Shalvoy posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Jennifer, Liz and Katie,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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Sylvia & Frank Schwartzman posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Mrs. Harris and daughters,
We are very sorry for the loss of your husband and dad. We, as patients of his, valued his competence, enjoyed his humor, and the way he treated us as patients. He included us in our care, answered our questions thoroughly and thougtfully and gave us feelings of competence in his care of our opthalmic needs.
And, we hope your memories, stories, etc. of this fine and wonderful man will sustain you. He will be missed.
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Kim and Tim Kolacki (Winston-Salem, NC) posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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Frank & Mary Jung posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Jen, know that you and your daughters are in our thoughts and prayers. We met Jeff only once but were immediately taken by his warm personality.
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Jan Willard posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Jeff gave the gift of support, love and compassionate caring to me and so many others. His humor, wit, gentle spirit, and love of Energy Medicine inspires me everyday.
I am forever warmed by his light.
My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
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Geoffrey White & Diana Warren posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Remembering with gratitude Jeff's warmth and caring as an Eden Energy Medicine Teaching Assistant. He was truly a "Radiant Circuit" whose self-effacing and humorous way of being was in balance with his wonderful, gifted mind. He made the wary and the tentative feel welcome and accepted. His contributions supporting energy medicine as a practitioner, a doctor and a heart-centered individual helped refine and focus a program that will continue to benefit so many into the future. We have every confidence he will be guiding us all from a new and beautiful place with the same compassion and attention to detail he shared with us on his earthly journey.
Visitation
At the request of the family, there will be no home visitation.
Service Info
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday March 29, 2008 in the Interfaith Chapel at the University of Rochester. A Reception will follow the service. Please note that there will be a shuttle from the Trustee Parking lot to the U of R Interfaith Chapel.
Interment
Private
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