Frances “Francie” Harrison

January 19, 2020

Frances “Francie” Harrison Frances Harrison was a very dedicated, loving daughter, sister, niece, cousin, and teacher. She died on January 19, 2020 at Bluefield Regional Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Harrison of Bluefield, West Virginia. Frances is survived by her brothers, Bob Harrison of Charleston, West Virginia and Tom Harrison of Bluefield, West Virginia, and her sister, Julia Marie Harrison, also of Bluefield. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bluefield, West Virginia. Frances graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education from Bluefield State College and Master’s Degree in Education from Virginia Tech University. She retired from Mercer County Schools. Prior to her retirement, she was an English teacher at Glenwood School. Former students said she empowered and challenged them to not just succeed but to excel in the skills of reading and writing. For her commitment to excellence in education, she often received many cards, letters, notes, and visits from former students telling her of their success stories. She was named Glenwood School Teacher of the Year. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bluefield, West Virginia on Thursday, January 30 at 1:00pm with Rev. Leon Alexander as Celebrant. Visitation will begin at 11:00am at the church prior to the start of the Mass. In lieu of floral arrangements, please consider a donation to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in honor of the life of Frances Harrison. Those wishing to share memories or condolence messages with the family may do so by visiting www.MercerFuneralHome.com Mercer Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family of Frances “Francie” Harrison.