Johnny Jarvis Harris

Johnny Jarvis Harris (June 30, 1938) passed peacefully in his sleep on July 14th, 2025.

He was born in Montrose, Colorado to parents Lloyd (Hungry) Harris and Dorthy Jarvis with an older brother Gene. He lived across the western United States including one of his favorite places, Alaska. He was an avid sportsman, often accompanied by his gundog, Babe, and in his later years an incredibly talented leather craftsman. John loved the history of Montrose as well as anywhere he lived, able to rattle off pieces of information at the drop of a hat. 

He is survived by his nephew Todd Harris, his great niece Cassandra Harris, with stepdaughters across the United States including Debroah Brown who held a special place in his heart. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, brother and nephew John. The family will hold a memorial at a later date, in lieu of flowers it is asked that a donation be made in John’s name to the Ute Indian Museum of Montrose, Colorado.