Edward Harris, age 51 of Vineland, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 2 nd , 2016 at home, after a courageous battle with esophageal cancer.

Edward was born in Vineland to the late Herbert and Lois (Whitehead) Harris Sr. and was a lifelong resident of Vineland. He was a boxer for over 32 years for Aunt Kitty's Foods of Vineland and the former Venice Maid.

He enjoyed stock car racing, WWE Wrestling and fishing.

Survivors include his wife of 27 years, Rosita (Quinones) Harris of Vineland, two daughters, Jessica Harris and Ashlee Harris, both of Vineland and one granddaughter, Cayleigh Gonzalez at home. Also two brothers, Herbert Harris Jr. (Dorothy) and Bruce Harris (Marisol) and his four sisters,

Marie (Harris) Ritchie, Sophie Stites (Kevin), Glendora "Glennie" Harris and Darlene Confer (Joe), all of Vineland. Also special companion, Kristy Ruggiero of Newfield and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Edward was predeceased by his parents and sister, Lois Ann Thune.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, March 6 th 2016 at 7:00 PM from the Wainwright-Bernhardt Funeral Home 1024 E. Landis Ave. Vineland with Rev. Ralph Snook officiating. Burial will be private.

Family and friends may gather Sunday evening at the funeral home from 6:00-8:00 PM

In lieu of flowers, donations in Edward's memory may be sent to the American Cancer Society 1851 Old Cuthbert Rd. Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
Please visit www.wbfuneralhome.com to send online condolences to the family.

Arrangements are in the care of WAINWRIGHT-BERNHARDT Funeral Home, Vineland.