Jeffrey Harris, 81, 0f Millville died on May 31, 2026 while surrounded by his loving family. Born in Bridgeton and raised in Hopewell, Jeff was the son of the late Anita Davis Harris and Charles F. Harris. He lived in Pennsylvania and Somers point, NJ for several years before settling in Millville in 1981.

Jeff was a graduate of Bridgeton High Class of 1962 and Salem College in 1966. He began working for Prudential and continued with the company until his retirement in 1994. After his retirement from Prudential, Jeff served as executive director of Help and Hope Ministries, an outreach of the Greater Millville Ministerial Association. He served on the Bancroft Board of Trustees for over 20 years. He also served on the Cumberland County Human Services Council, the Millville Board of Education, and the United Way of Cumberland County Board. He enjoyed spending time with his family the most. In addition, Jeff enjoyed singing with the Next Chapter, a local a capella choral group, watching sports, and spending time with his friends. He was an active member of the First Methodist Church of Millville where he participated in several committees, choirs and activities.

Jeff is survived by his wife, Karen Hines Harris, three sons, Chad Palmer (Sandra) of Vienna, VA, Eric Palmer of Marlton, and Richard Palmer (Maria) of West Deptford, and four grandchildren, Jacqueline, Jonathan, Phillip, and Valerie Palmer. He is also survived by two sisters, Nancy Brandon of Lancaster, VA, Jane Jernoske of Hopewell, and one brother, John Harris of Pennsville, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Jeff's visitation and memorial service on Monday, June 8, 2026, at Barr Funeral Home, 2104 E. Main Street in Millville. Visitation with the family will be from 10 AM to 11 AM, followed by a memorial service at 11 AM. Inurnment will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery in Cedarville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Bancroft, 1255 Caldwell Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034.