Dr. Delaware Floyd Harris, II was born on April 21, 1946, in Norfolk, VA. He was called home on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the age of 79.

Dr. Harris attended Newsoms Elementary School, Capron District School and graduated from Riverview High School in 1964. While at Riverview, he served as president of the Class of 1964, sang in the school choir and ensemble, served as a reporter for the high school newspaper, The Blotter, and was a participant at the mathematics and science conferences.

He received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Howard University Class of 1969 in Washington, DC, and subsequently attended Howard University graduate school. He received his Medical Degree from Howard University Medical School Class of 1974. He also completed his internship and residency programs at Howard University and completed a one-year Fellowship Program at North Valley Eye Medical Group, Mission Hills, CA. He specialized in ophthalmology and was trained to diagnose, monitor and medically and surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. Dr. Harris worked with two ophthalmological group practices before opening his solo practice within Los Angeles County, CA. Some of his accomplishments included participation in medical research that was published in medical journals, an instructor at the annual American Academy of Ophthalmology meetings on several occasions, and a lecturer at the National Medical Association.

Prior to his medical career, his work experience included positions at the  National Academy of Sciences, The Washington Post, Office of Equal Opportunity, Federal Aviation Agency, and the Washington, DC, school system.

Dr. Harris received Christ at an early age and was a member of the Mt. Tabor Baptist Church in Newsoms, VA. As a preacher's son, he traveled with his parents to various churches in Virginia. He enjoyed lively biblical group discussions with his father, father-in-law, and many others. He had a passion for his profession, music, traveling, and he enjoyed watching football games. He valued his long-term relationships with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Reverend Delaware F. Harris and Selena R. Harris; parents-in-law, Deacon Arthur G. Robinson, Jr. and Deaconess Lucille W. Robinson; a sister-in-law, Rosetta Mingo; and brothers-in-law Garland Epps and Reverend James Carter.

Dr. Harris leaves to cherish his memory his wife of more than 53 years, Mary Robinson Harris of Burbank, CA; three sisters-in-law, Josephine Epps of N. Prince George, VA, Lucille Carter of N. Prince George, VA, and Audrey Sizer of Washington, DC; and a host of relatives and friends. He was a loving husband, brother-in-law, and friend.

God sought his favor and ended any discomfort that he may have experienced and has guided him to his Heavenly Home.

Services for Dr. Delaware Floyd Harris, II, will be held 1:00 PM, Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Harrison Grove Baptist Church, 10415 Merchant Hope Road, Hopewell (Prince George), VA. The interment to follow at the Robinson Family Cemetery (the driveway next to 4397 Heritage Road), North Prince George, VA.

To donate to the American Heart Association in memory of Delaware F. Harris II, M.D., please call 1-(800)242-8721 or click here: https://www.heart.org/en/honor-memorial.

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