Patricia “Trish” Ann Watkins, daughter of Ernest “Jack” and Queenie Mitchell Harris was born July 4, 1933 in Kingston, Georgia.
She attended Indianapolis Public Schools; she graduated from Crisps Attucks High School, and received an Associated Degree from the University Of Indianapolis.
Patricia a dedicated and faithful member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church for more than 40 years. She loved her Lord and church where she had served tirelessly as a Deaconess, an Usher, Juvenile Rehabilitation Group and was also a youth Sunday School teacher. She was awarded a Lay Evangelism Diploma.
After working 34 years she retired from the U. S. Army Finance & Accounting Center as Employee Relations Specialist, where she received many commendations. After retiring Trish, a passionate teacher, joined the Indianapolis Public School as a Substitute teacher where she dedicated herself to teaching her students.
Trish was a quiet woman with a smile that would light up any room. Patricia will not only be remembered for her personality but her strength and support. She loved shopping. But cooking was her passion, friends and family loved her wonderful meals – those pies and rolls!
Escorted by Angels, Patricia “Trish” departed this life on April 13, 2019. Both parents, Sister Henrietta (Moses) Mays, Brothers: Leonard, Leon, Carl Milton, James Ernest, Michael Harris and Sister-In-Law Betty Harris preceded her death
In her legacy, she leaves to cherish Daughter Vickie Lynn Presley, Two Grandsons: Douglas (Tiffany) and Marques (Taylor) Presley. Three Great-Grandson: Noah, Nikolas, and Nathan. Brothers: Marvin (Merian) Harris and Oscar B. Harris Along with a host of Nephews, Nieces, Cousins and close Family Friends.
The celebration of Patricia’s life will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at St Johns Missionary Baptist Church. Calling will be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 12:00, followed by the burial at Crown Hill Cemetery.
Lindsey says
I am so sorry to hear of the death of Trish. The passing away of a loved one is always with much sorrow. May we have faith and confidence in the Bible’s promise of a time when pain, sickness and death are a thing of the past (Revelation 21:3, 4). My condolences are with the family at this difficult time.
McChristian Family says
Our deepest sympathies to your entire family. My aunt Lula was married to Leonard Harris, Trish’s brother so we are saddened to hear of her passing, but rejoicing in the knowledge she has transitioned to her new home!
We are praying for your continued strength.
Jean Washington says
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. PAT was one of my supervisors when I worked at Ft. Ben. Harrison Finance Center. PAT was a wonderful person and a GREAT person to work with and for I will miss PAT. Family stay together and take care of each other. I will be praying for the family.
Annie Cox says
Our Deepest Heartfelt sympathy to the family of Trish.She meant so much to so many people and will truly be missed by those who knew and loved her .our Prayers and Love are with the Family’s and Friends. Always
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Laphreta (Lyons) MacIsaac says
So sorry for your loss Vickie your mother was such a wonderful person inside and out. Enjoy all your memories of her, time heals us all.