Patricia Ann Harris Gibson was born on June 20,1957, in Clearwater, Florida, to Willie B. Harris and Gussie Elizabeth Harris. She was raised in Safety Harbor, Florida, and graduated from Dunedin High School in 1975 before earning her Associate Science Degree from St. Petersburg Junior College. Patricia devoted over 20 years of service to the Pinellas County School Board as a Special Education Secretary, where she supported students, families, and educators with compassion and dedication until her retirement.

Above all, Patricia was a loving mother and grandmother whose greatest joy was her family. She loved cooking, hosting, and bringing people together, creating a home filled with warmth, laughter, and lasting memories. Her kindness, strength, and generous spirit will be deeply missed and forever cherished by all who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Gussie E. Harris; her sister, Marsha E. Hunter; her grandfather, Bishop T.Z. Rayner; her grandmother, Lillie Mae Rayner; and her nephew, Rodney L. Jackson.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory….

Son: Lenard Hayes

Daughter: Elizabeth Gibson

Father: Willie B. Harris

Brother: Willie B. Harris Jr. (Debra)

Sister: Stephanie Jackson

Grandchildren: Kaylen Hayes, Sydney Gibson, Laurie Hayes, Khamrrien Hayes, Martezz Hayes, Maurice Williams II, and D'Angelo Williams

Nieces: Teketa Marshall, Cherie Donald, Phoebe Jackson, Chari Harris, and Natasha Harris

Nephews: Larcus Hunter and Jeremy Hunter

Aunt: Essie Mae Jones

Dear cousin: Sherri Richardson

Dear friends: Juanita Price, Windia “Sandra” Shaw, and Patricia Smith

A host of cousins, relatives, and friends

Visitation: Friday, February 27, 2026 - 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. - Lighthouse Church of Jesus, 13224-125th St. Largo, Florida 33778

Celebration of Life Service: Saturday, February 28, 2026 - 11:00 A.M. - Lighthouse Church of Jesus, 13224 125th St. Largo, Florida 33778

Services Entrusted To: Smith Young Funeral Home, 1005 Howard Street, Clearwater, Florida 33756
727-442-2388