Dennie Harris, 69, of Mt. Vernon, died May 25 at Blue Mountain Hospital in John Day. There will be no services at this time.

Harris was born Dec. 6, 1946, in Eugene, to Dennie O. Harris and Rebecca (Slack) Harris. He graduated from Albany Union High School.

In 1966, he married Teresa (Averill) Harris in Albany. He was a laborer for the Duraflake Mill for 28 years, retiring in 1995.

He enjoyed hunting and was a boxing coach for 10 years.

Survivors include his wife, Teresa Harris of Mt. Vernon; daughter, Annette Sather of Tangent; son, Jeff Harris of Stayton; half-brother, Nathan Aazzerah of Gresham; and four grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Arrangements are under the care of Driskill Memorial Chapel, 241 S. Canyon Blvd., John Day, OR 97845.

For condolences, visit www.driskillmemorialchapel.com.