Arthur E. Harris

Arthur E. Harris of Middleboro passed away peacefully on September 16, 2025 at the 
age of 87 years. 
  
Arthur was born on October 17, 1937 in Middleboro and was the son of the late 
Clarence E. Harris and Dorothy (White) Harris.  He was a graduate of Middleboro 
Memorial High School, Class of 1955.  After graduation, Arthur attended the 
University of New Hampshire majoring in Portrait and Wedding Photography.   
 
Arthur owned and operated the Harris Studio of Photography in Brockton for 20 years 
and was the President of the Southeastern Massachusetts Professional Photographers 
Guild from 1972 until 1973.  ​
 
Arthur dedicated much of his life in assisting and improving the lives of senior 
citizens.  He served on the Middleboro Council of Aging Board of Directors for 12 
years. 
 
Arthur loved to sing and would always serenade his friends with his chosen songs on 
the holidays.  He also loved to share the stories of his interesting life and times.  Arthur 
loved gardening and was proud of the 50 Day Lilies he planted at the Oak Hill Nursing 
Home in 1993.  They continue to thrive each year. 
 
Arthur was proudly a member of the May Flower Lodge AF & AM for 64 years.   
 
During the last years of his life, Arthur was well cared for by the incredible staff of the 
Hannah B.G. Shaw Home and the days before his death, by Compassionate Care 
Hospice Bridgewater. 
 
Friends are welcome to attend visiting hours for Arthur on Tuesday, September 
23,  beginning at 10 AM at the O'Neill Funeral Home, 59 Peirce Street (corner of 
School Street) Middleboro.  A memorial service will be held at 11 AM followed by 
interment at Central  Cemetery, Middleboro.   
 
In lieu of flowers,  donations may be made to the Hannah B. G. Shaw Home, 299 
Wareham Street, Middleborough, MA 02346 or at:  https://theshawhome.org/support-our-mission

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