Valerie L. Harris Obituary (1949 - 2025)

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Valerie L. Harris, who left us too soon on April 27, 2025, in the comfort of her home in Eastport, Maine, surrounded by the love of her devoted husband, Skip Harris. Born on April 21, 1949, in Fort Bragg, California, Val was the cherished daughter of Alvin and Ramona Denton. She spent her professional life as a diligent Purchasing Agent, and then running a charter business with her husband; in her her leisure time, Val was an ardent lover of books, a green-thumbed gardener, a curious traveler, and an adventurous foodie who always had a new restaurant recommendation at the ready. Val's spirit was as vibrant as the flowers in the gardens she so meticulously nurtured. Her adventurous soul led her to explore the world, creating memories that she loved to recount while sitting on her porch in Eastport. With a book always in hand, her wisdom and knowledge were as broad and deep as the oceans she crossed. Val was a beacon of strength, resilience, and love, a source of comfort and inspiration for everyone blessed to know her. As a loving wife, mother, and sister, Val's absence will be deeply felt by her husband Skip, her son and daughter-in-law Robbie and Tracy DuBato, her sister Alice Carter, and the many family members and friends who were privileged to be a part of her life. Val was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Ramona Denton, Sister Shirley Rice, her daughter Kimberly DuBato, and grandson Colby DuBato. While we mourn her loss, we also celebrate Val’s remarkable life, cherishing the priceless moments we shared with her. As per Val’s wishes, there will be no services. Arrangements are under the care of Mays Funeral Home & Cremation Services. We invite everyone who knew and loved Val to visit www.MaysFuneralHome.com to share their memories and upload photos, creating a fitting tribute for this remarkable woman. Val may no longer be with us physically, but her spirit, her love, and her legacy will forever be a part of our lives.