LEWISTON — George E. Harris, 71, died Tuesday, Dec. 19, at St. Mary’s d’Youville Pavilion in Lewiston.

He was born June 8, 1946, in Lewiston to Elbridge Harris Sr. and Mary Harris. George grew up in Auburn and attended local schools.He was a self-employed woodcutter for more than 40 years.

George enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, boxing and helping his neighbors. He was an avid animal lover. He enjoyed keeping the gardens at the Roak Block looking nice for all the residents.

He was predeceased by his parents; brother, Joe Harris; sisters, Dorothy Campbell, Mary-Barbara Harris and Ruth White.

He is survived by his wife, Sandra Harris, of Auburn; children: Stacy Harris of Rockland, Sandra Acorn of Jonesboro, George Harris Jr. of Warren, Susan Simmons of Damariscotta; three step-children: David Demers, Terri Bernier and Tracie Hill; 16 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Condolences can be shared with the family at www.hallfuneralhomes.com.

George E. Harris