Cleveland “Hobert” Harris, 86, born in Erwin, Tenn. passed away peacefully May 23, 2018, in Farmville, VA. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Bonnie. Son of the late Luther R. Harris and Lydia Randolph Harris, devoted father of Richard C. Harris, (Terry), of Farmville, VA, and Martha H. Jones, (Bob), of Louisa, VA; grandchildren Jacob R. Harris of Farmville, VA, Casey H. Reynolds (Reed), of Powhatan, VA, Robert G. Jones, III, of Louisa, VA and Cameron J. Rhew, (Jon), of Farmville, VA; great-grandsons Ayden Rhew and Wyatt Reynolds.

Hobert left a lasting impression on everyone he met. His warmth and generosity made others feel like family. He attended Curdsville School and was an Army Veteran. He retired from Kyanite Mining Company after 38 years of service, and was a member of Curdsville Church of God.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, May 25, 2018 at noon in the chapel of Shorter Funeral Home with interment to follow in Trinity Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends from 10 a.m. – noon at Shorter Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.

Shorter Funeral Home is serving the family.