Mother Doris J. Cohen Harbor Obituary in Madison at Perry-Spencer Madison

Obituary For Mother Doris J. Cohen Harbor

Mother Doris J. Cohen Harbor, 91, of Stoneville, died February 17, 2021. Public viewing will be held Tuesday, February 23,2021 from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Perry- Spencer Funeral Home, Madison, NC. A homegoing celebration will be held Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at United Holy Church of America Headquarters, 5104 Dunstan Rd, Greensboro, NC 27405. She will can be viewed from 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon at the church. The family will receive friends at Beau La Vie Event Center, 106 Gilmer St, Reidsville NC, Friday, February 19, 2021 - Tuesday, February 23, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Mother Harbor's love for people spanned multiple generations. At the age of 91, she carried the title of oldest living Church Mother of the East White Oak Missionary Baptist Church, Greensboro, NC and the Honorary Church Mother of St. Paul Apostle Church of Jesus Christ. The old and young, alike, will miss her wisdom, teaching and love. She was preceded in death by her husband; Bishop Billy Harbor, sisters; Evangelist Annie Pearl Hairston, and Pastor Carol Robertson, brothers; William Cohen, Jr. and Harold Cohen.

Mother Harbor's memory is cherished by: her son; Kevin Habor, daughter; Joyce Harbor Corley (Rodney), 10 grandchildren, Billy Harbor, Sheva Harbor Dabey, Demetra Harbor, Jacque Harbor, Jaraan Harbor, Tiffany Harbor Johnson, Kiericka Edwards, NaTosha Harbor, YaVonda Harbor and Deja Graves, 17 great-grandchildren; Darius D. C. Harbor, Deiandra Wade Anderson, Chelsea Walker, Tyree King, Jaylin Milner, Jakyia Milner Wilson, Karter Harbor, Kennedy Harbor, Gabriel McInnis, Keith McInnis, Mitchell McInnis, Sonni Johnson, Kheon Harbor, Tyree Harbor, Tyler Harbor, Brighten Willi and De'Niyah Hairston, 9 great great grandchildren; Kai Anderson, Myles Wlaker, Mekhi Walker, Major Mayhand, Jaime Mayhand, Kana Wilson, Serenity Harbor, Camden Harbor and Kolbi Croatia-Joi Anderson, brothers; The Right Reverend Harry Cohen (Linda), Dr. J. Roland Cohen (Kitty), sister; Pastor Mary Lawrence, sisters-in-law; Sarah Martin and Stella Harbor and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, adopted spiritual children/grandchildren and friends.

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I am so deeply saddened to hear of the passing of that great, sweetie pie and Awesome musician on the organ!! We will certainly miss her gift of music! I will be praying for this Cohen-Harbor Family, as you prepare to celebrate in style Mother Doris' Homegoing! God Bless you all!! Love & Prayers, Rochelle Tucker

Thoughts and prayers are with you. May God's spirit comfort you in days to come. E.Ann McBride and family

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day." My condolences to the Harbor & Cohen families. Find comfort in knowing that this is not the end, but you will one day be reunited. Butch Johnson - Mayodan, NC

Mother Doris J. Cohen Harbor was one of the great matriarchs of modern times. She was an inspiration to all she came in contact with. Without question, she was the greatest musicians that ever played the organ and piano. I will always love 1st Lady Sister Harbor. Your son in the ministry, Dr. Roy T. Dalton

May the memories of your mother bring joy, comfort, and peace. Anthony, Genia, Antaeyah, & AJ Scales

To the Harbor family. Sis. Harbor was a humble person in the Lord. Her home was a place where she invited you for dinner after church. Our family enjoyed being in their company. Such a sweet loving woman. You are in our prayers.
With Deepest Sympathy
James and Lillie Moore

Sending My CONDOLENCES To The Cohen Harbor Family From NORFOLK VIRGINIA! 🙏🏾🌹😪🌹🙏🏾

To Joyce and family Mother Harbor was a sweet spirit filled woman of God. I will always cherish the memory of her praying for me. I enjoyed my visits with her at Ashton Place. God be with you. Mary Marvette McFarlin