Dylan Carl Harris

Dylan Carl Harris, age 32, passed away on October 27, 2024.  He was born in Quincy, IL on August 23, 1992, to Scott and Diana (McCarter) Harris. 

Dylan grew up in Barry, IL, graduating from Barry High School in 2011.  He went on to serve in the U.S. Navy Reserves from 2012-2020 and received an honorable discharge.  He also worked at the CreeMee, and Wendy’s in Barry, IL, and 5th Gear in Louisiana, MO.  Dylan moved on to DOT Foods in Mt. Sterling, IL working as a fork lift driver in the warehouse for the past seven years.

Dylan was a naturally gifted artist, expert in sketching and loved creating art.  He was an avid gamer as well.  He was an animal lover, being especially attached to his grandma’s beagles who had claimed him as their own.  Dylan was well liked- known for his big heart and gentle soul. He will be greatly missed by all those who loved him.

He is survived by; his parents, Scott and Diana Harris of Barry, IL; brothers, Carter Harris and Camden Harris both of Barry, IL; two stepsisters; grandparents, Nancy McCarter and Gary Robbins; aunts and uncles, Debbie (Brian) Dell, Sherry (Brad) Gleckler, Rick Harris, Krissi Banks, Misha (Colt) Ehlert; and numerous cousins.

He was preceded by; grandparents, Mike McCarter, Ozzie Harris, and Rosie Harris; Uncle, Charlie Moore; Aunt, Patty Reeser; and several other Aunts and Uncles.

Visitation will be 4:00 to 7:00 pm, Friday, November 1, 2024, at Niebur Funeral Chapel in Barry, IL.  Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 am, Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Niebur Funeral Chapel with interment to follow at Parklawn Cemetery.  Military Rites have been accorded.  Memorials are suggested to the family in care of Niebur Funeral Chapel.  Online condolences may be left to the family at www.nieburfh.com.  Niebur Funeral Chapel in Barry, IL is handling the arrangements. 

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