Grace Louise "Sally" Harrison

Grace Louise "Sally" Harrison, 94, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Friday, January 24, 2025.

Born Sunday, March 30, 1930, in Iuka, Mississippi, she was the daughter of the late William Homer Johnson and the late Ophelia Edith Arnold Johnson. The second youngest of thirteen children that would become a family known for music legends.  From an early age, she exhibited determination, kindness, and love for life that would leave a lasting impact on all who knew her.

Her journey began humbly, taking her first job as a retail clerk to pay for her high school graduation expenses-a testament to her work ethic and commitment to personal growth. As a young lady, she often sang and played guitar on local radio stations with her brothers.  She later moved to California with her husband who was serving in the Navy, where she worked as a switchboard telephone operator, showcasing her adaptability. 

In later years, she settled in Sweetser, Indiana, where she joined Amana Corp. in Converse, Indiana.   As a supervisor, she dedicated 11 years to her work, earning the respect and admiration of her colleagues before retiring to Dyersburg, Tn. where she continued to work as a pink lady at Dyersburg Methodist Hospital.

Beyond her professional achievements, Sally was a vibrant spirit who truly enjoyed life.  She found joy in family gatherings, travel, the company of her many friends for game night on Thursdays, and the simple pleasures of everyday moments.  Those closest to her affectionately called her "Sally," a name that evoked warmth, fun and love.

Sally was a devoted member of Southside Baptist Church, where her faith was central to her life. She served as a Sunday School teacher, inspiring others with her wisdom and compassion, and sang in the church choir, sharing her love of music.

Funeral services for Mrs. Harrison will be at 3:00 PM on Monday, January 27, 2025, in the Chapel of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home with the Rev. Neal Chatham and the Rev. Loren Stephens officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM at Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. 

She leaves to cherish her memory one son, Rob Harrison (Kimberly) of Dyersburg, Tennessee; one daughter, Patti Harrison Gage (Jimmy) of Bells, Tennessee; she was "NaNaw" to six grandchildren, Bobbi Permenter, Robert Brown (Samantha), Mary Brown, John Robert Harrison (Helena), Hannah Holman (Olivia) and Shellye Wallace and nine great-grandchildren.

In addition to parents, she was preceded in death by the love of her life, Bobby L. "Bob" Harrison and siblings, Edgar Johnson, Claira Givens, Ellis Johnson, Alfreda Johnson, Verlon Deaton, Ruth Pate, Dexter Johnson, Ray Johnson, Maskel Johnson, Rachel Lovelace, Mack Johnson and Peggy Diaz.

Honoring Mrs. Harrison as honorary pallbearers will be Robert Brown, John Robert Harrison, Jacob Permenter, Garner Brown, Randall McGuire and Everett McGuire.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105-9959.

Online condolences may be made to the family at johnsonwilliamsfuneralhome.com. Johnson-Williams Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Grace Louise "Sally" Harrison.

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