In Memory of Eliza Paris Harrison
Eliza Paris Harrison
December 17, 1992 - June 14, 2021
Eliza Paris Harrison, 28, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2021, surrounded by her loving husband, mother, father and brother.
After being diagnosed with Stage IV appendiceal cancer in 2018, Eliza became a support figure to many cancer patients around the world. She served as a patient spokesperson for the Center for Young Onset of Colorectal Cancer at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. In doing so, she reminded others of the mindset that she frequently employed in her own fight: Never stop advocating for yourself. After a dangerous bout with Covid-19, she appeared on CNN, The Today Show, People Magazine and USA Today to encourage other cancer patients struggling to maintain treatment due to the fear of coronavirus. She answered countless emails and texts and was a supporter to so many.
This world is a better place because of Eliza's time here. Her memory will live on through those she inspired. She consistently overcame formidable challenges and did so with an unmatched grace, humor and positivity. After a courageous multi-year battle with cancer, Eliza is at peace. She beat cancer by how she lived, not by how long she lived.
The family has the utmost appreciation for the many doctors and staff at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center—especially Dr. Diane Reidy and Dr. Garrett Nash. Your gift supports the best and brightest researchers in their work to outsmart cancer. Our hope is that the contributions made here will equip these incredible doctors with the resources necessary to put an end to this dreaded disease.
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