Comments on: JoeAn Harris

By: Kevin Kennaugh

Kevin Kennaugh — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

I am very sad about the loss of Ms. Harris. I was lucky enough to be in her Senior English class at CHS way back in 1990. She was truly a teacher that was invested in her students and cared about their success. She pushed her students to their limits because she cared and saw the potential in each one. She really was one of my favorite and influential teachers.

I still remember having to draw a “herd of its” because I used the word “it” too many times in a paper I wrote. I also remember her challenging me to read “Crime and Punishment” which I didn’t want to do, but in the end I appreciated her confidence in me. She was an inspirational teacher and I think of her often now that I am a teacher. My deepest condolences to the family.

By: Heidi Eschler Danicich

Heidi Eschler Danicich — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Ms. Harris was a fantastic English teacher and I was so fortunate to have been one of her Capital High students. She truly had an important influence on my life. Although I am an RN, my current job at Swedish Medical Center involves a great deal of writing which I believe has been influenced by Ms. Harris. I loved that back in the late 1970’s she insisted that we address her as “Ms.”-nobody else at Capital had that requirement! I just loved her-she was a great teacher.

By: Debbie (Littell) Dodge

Debbie (Littell) Dodge — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

I still remember butting heads with Ms. Harris when I attended Capital High School in her journalism class in the 80’s(I say that with much fondness!~ She was tough as nails but I really admired her fiery personality~ She was an extremely intelligent woman who really cared that her students understood English and proper grammar! I’m really sorry to hear of her passing 🙁

By: Joe hrella

Joe hrella — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

JoAnn was truly the sharpest,talented,fun loving people I had the pleasure of knowing. Her dry wit was never ending,nor her love of her former students.I personally owe English to her. I believe we have lost a great soul.
Always remembered never forgotten
With Sympathy, Joe Hrella
Hair Hair Salon and Spa.

By: Laurie krueger

Laurie krueger — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Thank you, Mrs. Harris, for preparing me for college and having faith in me. I’ve thought of you often throughout the years.
Rest in peace,
Laurie Caldwell (1985)

By: Karen Crogan

Karen Crogan — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

I first met Joe An and Jude Gleason at Fox Ridge. They were a great pair: they teased, praised, and exhibited true admiration for each other. I last spoke with Joe An in an aisle at Safeway after not seeing her for a long time. You just never know when it will be the last time, so I’m grateful I had the opportunity. Joe An will be missed – say hi to Jude!!

By: Teri Street Kellogg

Teri Street Kellogg — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Mrs. Harris was my favorite teacher, even though she flunked me first semester of my senior year. I guess I should have paid more attention to Shakespeare. Joe An was a wonderful teacher and friend. I never eat a piece of pecan pie without thinking of her. My deepest sympathy to her family.

By: Cassie Gleason Sabo

Cassie Gleason Sabo — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Oh where do I start? Joe An was such a good friend of Aunt Jude’s, and that in itself is a testament to her character. Thinking of her often brings a smile to my face, as a high school student who loved english I assumed since I knew Joe An outside of school, this would be my favorite class….WRONG! She was tough as nails, cut me no slack, challenged and engaged me. It often looked as if she had butchered a rabbit atop my essays, what with all the red pen! She will be greatly missed, although I suspect she will miss us far less, what with all the golfing she and Mother Goose can do. Love ya Joe An, and please give my soul sister a hug!!!
Cassie Kae

By: Erik Brown

Erik Brown — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Ms. Harris was one of the best teachers and mentors I’ve had. Her tough love approach helped me learn and retain more than I ever thought possible. I will always have fond memories of the two years I spent working with her on the school paper and the many conversations we shared in the years after high school. My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. You will be missed.

By: Valerie Nelson Jorgenson

Valerie Nelson Jorgenson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

I so sorry for the loss of your mother.

Val

By: Ashley (Lindell) Koch

Ashley (Lindell) Koch — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

I had the priviledge of having Miss Harris as my Freshman English teach along with being her aid during my years at Capital High. I had the upmost respect for her and she was the toughest yet most compassionate teacher I ever had. She pushed me to strive for excellence and for that I remain ever thankful for all that she did for me. She will be greatly missed by many of her students at Capital High. My deepest condolences go out to her family & friends.

By: Lisa Klassen

Lisa Klassen — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

I had many excellent teachers in my scholastic career, but Mrs. Harris is the one I’ve continued to think of over the years. She made such an impression on me, challenged me, and once even bopped me on the head with a rolled up newspaper. Takk for alt Mrs. Harris. Ga med Gud.