Melvin Conrad Harris, 83 of Camden, SC died Thursday July 18, 2018.

Born December 27, 1935 at Pence Springs, WV, he was the son of the late Cary C. and Trilby Edith Allen Harris.

Mel was a graduate of Talcott High School and Concord College.  He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War, a Mason, Shriner and was the cornbread champion of Pence Springs, WV. He was retired from Dupont Corporation with 30 years of service.

Mel was preceded in death by four brothers and three sisters.

Mel is survived by his wife of 60 years, Beverly Kaye Mann Harris. Two sons, Richard and Robert Harris, both of Camden, SC. A twin brother, Marvin Harris and wife Loretta of Evansville, IN.

Mel's life motto was, do unto others, as you would have them do unto you.

Graveside services and burial will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday July 24, 2019 at Haven of Rest Cemetery at Pence Springs with Pastor Roger Persinger officiating.  Those wishing to attend the service are asked to meet at the cemetery Wednesday. Immediately following, a memorial gathering will be held at the family camp on the Greenbrier. Everyone is invited.