James L. Harris Jr.

James L. "Peanut" Harris Jr., 79, of Mechanicsville passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, Allentown.  He was born on May 21, 1946 in Pottsville.  

Jim was the son of the late James L. Harris Sr. and Betty (Nelms) Harris. 

He is survived by his wife, Gloria "Sue" (Lewis) Harris, to whom he was married for 5 years.  

Jim was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church, Port Carbon.  He was a 1965 Graduate of Pottsville Area High School.  Jim was in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. 

He was a life member of the American Legion and a member of the 12th Street Social Club in Pottsville.  Jim loved to dance.  

In addition to his parents. he is preceded in death by his first wife, Victoria M. (Kipp) Harris, who passed away in 2010.  He is also preceded in death by 2 sisters, Lisa Harris and Carolyn Henke, his step-mother, June Harris and 2 step-brothers, Billy Cox and Terry Cox. 

Jim is survived by his son, James B. Harris of Minersville, his son, Ed Harris, fiance of Francine Roberts of Port Carbon, his step-daughter, Tammy Warner of Pottsville, his step-son, Richard C. Wertman, husband of Tori of York, his step-daughter, Wendy Neifert, wife of John of Palo Alto, his sister, Joanne Autera of Drums, his brother, Bob Harris of Pottsville, 3 grandchildren, James, Ryan and Victoria and a great-grandson, Maverick.  Also, he is survived by 7 step-grandchildren, 6 step-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

A Religious Service be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at the James H. Evans Funeral Home, Inc., St. Clair at 7PM with Pastor Josh Daubert officiating.  Relatives and friends are invited to call from 5PM to 7PM Tuesday evening at the funeral home.  A Military Service will be held at the funeral home following the religious service.  Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.  James H. Evans Funeral Home, Inc., St. Clair is entrusted with arrangements.  

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