Harris Russ Connick ’34

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Harris Connick, a descendant of the Russ and Connick families, who were among the early settlers of Humboldt County, Calif., died Oct. 28, 1994, in Ferndale. He was a rancher there for more than 40 years and owned Connick Livestock Co.

Active in the livestock industry, he was a member of the Cattlemen's Assn., the Wool Growers' Assn., and the Farm Bureau. He was also interested in community activities, including the Lytel Foundation, the Ferndale Repertory Theater, and had been a member of the Construction Advisory Committee for the Humboldt County Library. He was also a longtime member of the Ingomar Club.

Harris is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Virginia and Philip Dwight; his son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Patricia, and five grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son John; his wife of 20 years, Mary Hine; and his second wife, Marti Odell.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Humboldt County Library Building Fund, 636 Fifth St., Eureka, CA 95501.

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