Julia M. Harris

in Atlanta, Georgia, and was affectionately

called Judy. Judy was born to Sim Harris, who

was from the West Indies (Jamaica), and

Daisy Harris, who was from Atlanta, Georgia.

Early in Judy's life, the family relocated to New

York, where she attended public schools in the

city.

In the beginning of her career, Judy worked as a teacher's assistant.

As a result, she was able to fulfill her passion of working with children,

whom she diligently served for 15 years.

Judy was also a member of Mount Olivet Baptist Church in Harlem,

one of the most prestigious churches in the city. In addition to

attending church services on Sundays, Judy also volunteered for

church programs, such as baking and serving meals.

She later married Robert Griffin, who preceded her in death. As a

result of that union, six children were born, including a child who

preceded her in death. Judy was all about family, whom she loved

dearly. According to her, it was important that her children behaved

well, were respectful to others, and well dressed.

Judy loved baseball and was a long time Mets fan.

She was active in fundraising by baking cakes and cupcakes for bake

sales, where the proceeds were used to purchase trophies and

jerseys to support her son's summer youth basketball tournaments.

With Judy?s permission, as a semi-host, many wonderful parties took

place over the years, where at times she may have been lovingly held

hostage in the back bedroom.

Judy leaves to cherish in her memory six children. Vertell, who

preceded her in death, Sealice, Bobbie, Stanley, Sherry and Mark.

One son-in-law, Tenor III, three daughter-in-laws, Terry, Miosotiz and

Michelle. Eleven grandchildren, Harvey, Keith (Myrica), Chantel,

Clifton, Jack, Tenor IV (Erica) ,Donisha, Ashley, Chan'nel, Je?mal,

Makai. Seven great-grandchildren, Raven, Cailyn, Morgan, Madisyn,

Kyndall, Ricardo and Jordyn.

A visitation for Julia will be held Saturday, January 7, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Following the visitation will be a funeral service at 11:00 AM at Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 1935 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34293.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.kaypongervenice.com for the Harris family.