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
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Shakeshia Price sent Living Spirit Dishgarden for Patricia A Gibson - February 23, 2026
Praying that God's peace surrounds you and that His love carries you through this time of loss. I am here for you...today, tomorrow and always .🤎
Love, Keshia
🌺Service info until site is updated.. February 28th @11am Lighthouse Church of Jesus 13224 125th St, Largo, FL 33774
I love you momma...🌺
Condolences to the family and friends. Rest in power cousin 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿.
MY PRAYERS GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY FOR LOVE AND STRENGTH.. PAT WAS A LOVING PERSON WITH A HEART OF LOVE AND FRENDSHIP...SHE WILL TRULY BE MISSED.....
My sincere condolences too the family.
My deepest condolences to the Gibson and Harris family. May the continue to strengthen you all.
To the Harris and Gibson family my deepest condolences to y'all,I will truly miss "Nanny" "Pat" when I come to visit "But God" he knows best,my heart is broken 💔, praying for my family love y'all ❤️
To my family, Know that God is always with you. We/I will truly miss Nanny (Pat). She had a heart of gold. Much love and prayers!!!
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