James “Jim” Harris, age 80, of Isanti died December 17, 2023 at Parmly on the Lake in Chisago City. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held from 3:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 3rd at Strike Life Tributes in Isanti.
James C. Harris was born September 20, 1943 in Isanti, Minnesota to William and Gladys (Southerland) Harris. He was raised in Isanti and graduated from Cambridge High School in 1961. Jim served his country for a short time in the US Army until being medically discharged. Jim had an auto body shop in Zimmerman before starting Jim’s Body Shop in Isanti in the 1970’s. He was always a bit of a motorhead and raced cars at Princeton Speedway in the 60’s and 70’s. He was always active in the Isanti community. He enjoyed visiting with people, history, and rummage sales. He also had a keen interest in all things Civil War.
Jim passed away December 17, 2023 at Parmly on the Lake in Chisago City at the age of 80 years, 2 months and 27 days. He was preceded in death by his daughter Deborah Pierce, his parents, and brothers Billy Harris and Bobby Harris.
Jim is survived by his daughter, son Jeffrey, grandchildren Jesse, Jeremy and Niquia Pierce, sister Mary Harris and brother Dennis Harris, and other relatives and friends.