Flora L. Harrison, 99, of Topsham, died on Tuesday, October 23, 2018, at her home in Topsham. She was born on August 20, 1919, in Stratford, CT, to Chester and Ida Barbero.
Flora graduated from Bridgeport High school in Bridgeport, CT. and from a Junior College where she earned an associate’s degree.
She served in the Army Women’s Corps during WW II and worked as a drafts person for the Unites States Army where she met her husband Norman Harrison. Flora was an avid bridge player and had earned the designation of Life Master. Flora had a remarkable mind was very energetic and lived life to the fullest until the end of her life. All of her friends loved her.
Flora was predeceased by her husband Norman Harrison and is survived by he daughter Judy (Harrison) Sparadeo of Texas, a grandson Anthony Sparadeo of Rhode Island and a great-granddaughter, Ella Grace Sparadeo of Rhode Island, her best friend, Yvonne Mikaelian of Brunswick, her favorite nephew, Chester Segala of Connecticut, many great nieces and great nephews.
A memorial service will be held from 1-2:30 p.m., Friday, October 26, 2018, at The Highlands Georgetown Parlor, 30 Governors Way, Topsham, ME.
Those who wish may visit www.brackettfuneralhome.com to leave a memory or condolence note for the family.
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