With his career course charted, Harris returned to his native Seattle to begin his practice. Much like his collegiate football career, Harris faced hurdles of all sorts due to his race. But as he did in times past, Harris found his footing as a doctor and became one of the most successful doctors in the Northwest.
Harris, who retired in the ’90’s died at the age of 90 in 2007.
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