Lynden T. “Buck” Harris, 86, widower of Barbara A. Harris, of Staunton, died Friday, February 22, 2019 at Brookdale. He was born February 24, 1932 in Augusta County, a son of the late Frank N. and Lena (Ramsey) Harris. Mr. Harris was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force having served in the Korean War. Prior to retirement, he was employed by the ITT Corp-Defense Systems. Buck was an avid poker enthusiast. Family members include a son, Lynden T. Harris, II and wife, Marcy, of Atlanta, GA; a daughter, Tammy Puckett of Cloverdale; a sister, Margaret Whitmer of Staunton; a sister-in-law, Mary Lou Harris of Virginia Beach; three grandchildren, Tara Yevick Simmons, Lauren Harris, and Kendra Puckett; a great grandchild, Kamryn Simmons; and special friends, Margie Ramsey and Fred Strickler. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a brother, Frank Harris. A graveside service will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 in Thornrose Cemetery by the Rev. Karen Allamon. Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Shenandoah, c/o Augusta Health Foundation, P.O. Box 1000, Fishersville, VA 22939. Henry Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at
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