Philip Dean Harris, 66, of Camdenton, passed away on January 9, 2026 at Lake Regional Hospital in Osage Beach.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, at Arnold Funeral Home. Interment will follow at East Lawn Memorial Park. Kevin Wilkerson will be officiating the service. The family would like to invite everyone out for a meal at The Elks Lodge following the service.

Visitation will be Saturday, January 24th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Arnold Funeral Home

Philip was born on December 18, 1959 in Wurzburg, Germany, the son of Robert H. Harris & Bonnie S. Harris

Philip was a beloved father, husband, friend and a lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan. He was a sports fanatic and loved to spend every moment he could with his family, enjoying rivers and the outdoors. Phil was a gentle and compassionate man, a man that would do anything for a friend or stranger. He spent many of his days enjoying the company of his sons and granddaughters, getting together for BBQs and taking the family to Blues and Cardinal games, as well as many memorable concerts. Philip will be missed by many friends and family, but never forgotten.

Survivors include two sons, Robert F. Harris, Joshua R. Harris; three granddaughters, Brooklynn R. Harris, Paytyn E. Harris and Mackenzie G. Purvis.

He was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Bonnie Harris; one brother, Kevin Harris.

The family request memorial donations be made to Mexico Optimus Club Ballfields. Memorials may be sent in care of Arnold funeral home 425 S. Jefferson St. Mexico, MO 65265.