Asheville-William Carey Harrison, 72 passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2022. Carey was born in Haywood County on August 1, 1949, to the late Bill and Joanne Moore Harrison. Carey enjoyed watching birds, guns, knives, watching Westerns, and Native American History. Most of all, Carey enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a graduate of Pisgah High and honorably served his country during the Vietnam War in the US Marine Corps. Carey was employed by Champion Papers as an Generator Engineer for over 40 years.
In addition to his parents, Carey was preceded in death by of his son, William Chad Harrison.
Carey is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Jenny Farmer Harrison; his son, Heath David Harrison; his sister, Hope Harrison Ballew; and his nephew, Tate Andrews.
At Carey's wishes, no services are planned.
Carey was part of a "Dying Breed".
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.garrettfuneralsandcremations.com for the Harrison family.