December 31, 1997 – October 14, 2023
Katharine “Katie” Harris, #1 cat lover, a proud viewer of 31 Adam Sandler movies, beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on October 14, 2023, at 25.
Katie was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on December 31, 1997. They were a Capricorn through and through. Katie was homeschooled until high school when she attended The Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science, and Technology. In 2020, Katie graduated from The Georgia Institute of Technology with a BS in Psychology. After working as a substitute teacher through GCPS, she began work as a Research Associate for Quantitative Insights at Material+.
Katie was a light to all who knew them. Her humor and wit were unmatched -- she could make anyone laugh, no matter the circumstances, and she always found the spark of humor in the most challenging moments. They loved books, especially books about lesbians, and, most especially, lesbian found-family science-fiction. She visited Disney more times than anyone could count, and even though she loved roller coasters with a passion, her favorite Disney ride was “Living with the Land.” Their passions included sectional sofas, weird earrings, the McElroy Brothers, Pokémon, Adam Sandler, lesbians, concerts, pasta, puns, eating kiwis with the skin on (and reminding everyone of it), The Sims, Survivor, Infinity Train, fries with a side of ranch, other people’s drama, scenic overlooks, information centers, and so much more.
Katie was immensely passionate. She was never afraid to speak up and fight for what she believed in. They couldn’t tolerate people who lack empathy, people who don’t use their turn signals, olives, or push doors that look like pull doors. She never rode in an elevator unless she had absolutely no other choice because you never know when you might get stuck.
Between the celebration of life, legal fees, and time off work, Katie’s family is facing a huge and unexpected financial burden. If you are able, please contribute whatever you can. We will never forget her.
