Former Rhea Co. sheriff known for busting illegal moonshiners dies at 99

Former Rhea Co. sheriff known for busting illegal moonshiners dies at 99

Learn about the life and legacy of former sheriff Ola Harris, who passed away at 99 years old and is being honored with funeral services in Dayton.

Former Rhea County Sheriff, Ola Harris, passes away

RHEA COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – Rhea County Sheriffs Department announced on Christmas the passing of former Rhea County Sheriff, Ola Harris. Harris served as Sheriff for two terms in 1968 to 1974. Harris was known in the 1960s to aid in many moonshine still busts when illegal moonshine underground businesses thrived in Tennessee. He would have turned 100 years old on May 4, 2026. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at The Grove in Dayton from 11…