Patricia H. Harrah, age 94, left her earthly body to meet her Savior face-to-face on November 01, 2021.
Born January 17, 1927, she was the last of seven children born to Walter Scott and Dorothy Newman Hutchinson.
Patricia was a graduate of Concord College with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. She began her teaching career in Fayette County at Deepwater and two years later at Page.
In 1964, she began a 24 year career teaching at Bradley Elementary. First Grade was her niche and she loved every minute she was in the classroom. After she retired, she took pride in every student whose name appeared in the newspapers or who made an appearance on television.
Music was Patricia’s passion. Through the years she led choirs in three different churches, Kilsyth Freewill Baptist, Bradley Baptist and most recently Calloway Heights Baptist. After 59 years of music ministry, Patricia retired as choir director at the age of 80.
Beside her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Nora White, Grace Hutchinson, Ruth Gilbert, and Peggy Booth Buckley and brothers, Alfred and Cecil Hutchinson, also a daughter-in-law, Peggy Harrah.
She is survived by her children Judith A. Harrah and Robert (Ray) Harrah, two grandchildren, Sarah Wilson and Robert R. Harrah II. Also left to cherish her memory are great grandchildren, Christopher and Kaitlyn Cummins and one great-great grandson, Myles Cummins.
Patricia endured a 9 year journey of declining health. She was blessed to have many loving caregivers. Thanks to the following: Becky Hamblin, Susie Windom, Peggy Tolley, Debbie Tucker, Suzanna Morris, Marilyn Curry, and Jackie Williams.
We are also indebted to nurses, CNA’S and staff at Bowers Hospice House where Patricia had 24/7 excellent and diligent care. Many thanks to Kim, Missy, Mandy, Alissa, Rachel, Amanda, Melba, Desiree, Patti, Shannon, Becky, Paula, and Pastor Tim Mitchum.
With Great appreciation we recognize Doctor’s Amy Dowdy and Kelly Pitsenbarger for their attentive service to Patricia’s health care.
Funeral services will be 12:00PM Wednesday, November 17, 2021 in Blue Ridge Chapel at Prosperity. Pastors Roger Pauley and Keith Manning will officiate
Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to the service. Graveside rites will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Bowers Hospice House in memory of Patricia Harrah, 454 Cranberry Dr. Beckley, WV 25801
Online condolences and other information can be found by visiting www.blueridgefuneralhome.com
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