James Merritt

Harrison

James Merritt Harrison, son of the late Obia Harrison and Zelma (Campbell) Harrison, was born in St. Louis, Missouri, on January 12, 1942. He departed this life at Presbyterian Manor in Farmington, Missouri, on January 19, 2025, at the age of 83.

On October 19, 1963, in St. Louis, Missouri, James was united in marriage to Janice Zakrewski and to this loving union two daughters were born. He enjoyed collecting cars, going to car shows and spending time on the farm. James was a hard worker, handyman, and loved bowling, and his family.

James was preceded in death by his parents, Obia and Zelma Harrison.

James is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Janice Harrison of Farmington, Missouri, two daughters, Julia Seibert and husband Raymond of St. Charles, Missouri, and Jennifer Holtgrave and husband Matt of Blackwell, Missouri, four grandchildren, Alek, Nick, Annie and Emilie, and three great-grandchildren, Marz, Chi and Melanie. James will be deeply missed by his family and friends who will mourn his passing.

There are no services planned at this time.

Arrangements by McSpadden Funeral Home, Ellington, Missouri 01/12/