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Hattie Harrison Obituary
House Speaker Michael Busch announced Harrison's death late Monday night.
Harrison, who was first elected to the state's House of Delegates in 1973, represented District 45 in the eastside of Baltimore. For 33 years she chaired the House Rules and Executive Nominations Committee, which considers proposals on the rules, organization and procedures of the House and the General Assembly.
"Delegate Harrison was a great influence on everyone she touched," Busch, D-Anne Arundel, said in a statement. "She took enormous pride in public service and while someone will ultimately take her seat, no one will ever be able to take her place in the House."
An advocate for civil rights and workers' rights, Harrison was a teacher f or much of her life. She was born in Lancaster, S.C., but attended public schools in the city of Baltimore and graduated from Antioch College.
Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake recalled the personality of a trailblazing lawmaker that endeared Harrison to constituents for decades.
"Her calm but stern demeanor and her matriarchal standing in the community foiled even her most ardent political opponents, who, in the end, came to respect her greatness," Rawlings-Blake, a Democrat, said in a statement.
Baltimore City Council President Bernard "Jack" Young remembered Harrison as a larger-than-life figure who nurtured and educated generations of children in Baltimore.
"As a mother figure at Dunbar High School, Del. Harrison stressed the importance of education and a strong work ethic to countless children who passed through the school's halls," Young said in a statement Monday night.
Alexandra Hughes, a spokeswoman for the speaker, said one of Ha rrison's sons, Robert "Skip" Harrison, informed Busch of his mother's death Monday evening. Harrison is also survived by her son Philip Harrison, three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
BRIAN WITTE, Associated Press
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96 Entries
May 17, 2013
May the god of comfort be a source of strength for your family at this difficult time. 2Corn 1:3, 4. Deepest Sympathy, Sue, Concord, NC
hyde
May 1, 2013
Mrs. Harrison lived a very interesting life and a long one. The scriptures teach us that people who live that length of time are blessed by God. Mazy she sleep in peace.
Treva Harrison
February 10, 2013
I have never met a more inspirational woman. You will always be in my heart. I love you.
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Preston Jay
February 8, 2013
Deeply Sadden to hear of Ms. Harrison death. She was my geometry teacher at Dunbar Sr. High. She inspired me to attend college and graduate. Ms. Harrison was a great poet and instilled poet pride in all of her students. She will never be forgotten.
February 8, 2013
RIP to the Honorable Del. Hattie Harrison. We will always Remember all of your work in the community. Love, Peace and Blessings. Carolyn Baker & Mary Plunkett.
February 8, 2013
2/8/13 It was a pleasure working with you Del. Tiger Davis and the whole team at the 45 Legislative Caucus. We were family. Smile Peace and Blessisngs.Carolyn Baker
February 7, 2013
God has given wings to a woman of great charater. My family thank you for being a memory in our lives. We pray that God will continue to comfort your family and friends. Florence "Peaches" Carter
February 7, 2013
Miss HATTIE WILL BE TRULY MISSED, MAY GOD GRANT HER SOUL PEACE.
Taurrainee Watkins
February 5, 2013
My heart goes out to the Harrison family. Miss Hattie will live in my heart forever for she was truly a trailblazer and a blessing to all that new her. RIP Miss Hattie our lost is heavens gain.
Taurrainee Watkins
Dunbar "69"
February 4, 2013
Robert, Phil I am sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember Ms.Hattie's beautiful and warm smile,may she rest in peace and GOD be with you and your families.Veda Blount
Carolyn Lamma
February 4, 2013
Rest in peace, you were a great warrior. Glad I got to know you and so many of my friends are happy because you taught me how to make crabcakes. My sincere condolences to the Harrison Family.
February 3, 2013
A guardian angel has been set free in the name of Hattie Harrison. Our lost is heaven's gain. She created a trail and left a path for the rest of us. She indeed was a blessing to all of us. Skip, we pray that the Comforter is with you and your family during this time. You are in our prayers. Nini Aziz, Treasurer, S-DC National Alumni Association.
Sharon Sharpe-Campbell
February 2, 2013
We lived across the street for decades and my family feels your loss. We will always love and respect her. My sister remembers how she helped her as a Baltimore City police officer. Hattie Harrison was a great lady and will be missed.
February 2, 2013
SO SORRY FOR THE HARRISON'S FAMILY GRIEF,MAY GOD ALMIGHTY SOOTHE YOUR PAIN."FEAR Jah.YOU HOLY ONES OF HIS,FOR THERE IS NO LACK TO THOSE FEARING HIM."pslm.34:9}
MARY AIKINS-AFFUL
February 1, 2013
MAY GOD REST YOUR SOUL, HATTIE. YOUR GREAT WORK IS DONE. THANKS FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP THAT YOU PROVIDED OUR DAUGHTER IN 1991. THE PUBLIC WILL REMEMBER YOUR PHENOMENAL CONTRIBUTION. THERE SHOULD BE A MILLION MORE LIKE YOU.
Natasha Ruffin-Peterkin
February 1, 2013
Uncle Phil, Im sorry for ur loss. U are in our prayers. I know she will be missed. From Van-Boris, Natasha, Elijah
Charlene McCormick
February 1, 2013
Peace & Blessings to Delegate Hattie Harrison & Family. What a lovable public figure to say the least. A fighter to the end, a graceful humanitarian. A role model to many. Thank you Ms. Hattie Harrison. Good memories cross my mind in times like this. What a beautiful lady. RIP.
February 1, 2013
The loss of a loved one is a very sad and heavy load to bear. May you find comfort in the hope given at: (2 Cor. 1:3)
M.H.G. SR
February 1, 2013
May you be in The Book Of Life.
Betty Fowler
January 31, 2013
To the family of Hattie Harrison, My sincere condolences to you all and know that what Jesus did on a small scale, he will, through his Father, do on an even grander one in the future. So cherish the memories of you mom, aunt or loved ones because they will help get you through this trying time,
Peggy Bell-Morris
January 31, 2013
I have so many fond memories of Delegate Hattie Harrison. She was the mother of all of the kids at Dunbar High School back in the 70's. I can recall the many wonderful days watching her in action as she worked and supported the Dunbar High School community. I watched her through her journel in Annapolis. I recall her love and support of the late Senator Bob Douglass,the late Council President Clarence DuBurns and Delegate Nathaniel McFadden who worked so hard to change the lives of the people of East Baltimore. Farwell Mother Hattie Harrison for you will be truly missed. You have done your job and now it is time for you to rest. You can now rest in peace.
Minister Jeremy Simmons
January 31, 2013
I was saddened upon hearing the news of the passing of State Delegate "Aunt" Hattie Harrison... this lady touched my life at an early age when I served her as a Student Page, by giving the advice about being a public servant, that I still hold dear some 16 years later!!!
"Don't get caught up in the politics and personalities, but remember why you are here and don't lose faith in the process!!!"
Thank you, Aunt Hattie!!! Sleep Well and Take your Rest...
M SCOTT
January 31, 2013
Mrs. Hattie was a wonderful person she will truly be miss in Baltimore she open a way for many Black women in the political world she tough from her heart everyone who knew her love her very much she will be missed. MAY YOUR FAMILY FIND COMFORT DURING THIS TIME of SORROW.
January 31, 2013
Sorry to hear about the passing of your dear loved one. Our prayers go out to the Harrison family. Cherish her memories. May the God who gives peac be with all of you.-RO.15:33
Brenda Pratt
January 30, 2013
So sorry to hear of the death of Delegate Harrison and remember her surviving loved ones in my thoughts and prayers. I regret that my life was not touched by her during her influential days on earth, but I will do my utmost to follow her example of helping women to value themselves through my words and deeds. I pray that I approach each person with a kind and mild spirit but at the same time hold them accountable and appreciative for the many rights and freedoms that others worked so dilligently to achieve for minorities and especially women. Jesus must have had Delegate Harrison in mind when he spoke the words at Luke 23:43. With deep respect and heartfelt appreciation, we remember Delegate Harrison today and in the days to come! May her life and many accomplishments not have been in vain.
Emma Jean
January 30, 2013
"Our Father in the heavens, let your name be sanctified. Let your kingdom come. Let your will take place, as in heaven, also upon earth."(Matt. 6:9,10) We await that day when this prayer will be fulfilled.
Sharon Traynham Rogers
January 30, 2013
My condolences to the family...I remember Delegate Hattie Harrison from my school days at Paul Laurence Dunbar...she made sure no kid was without anything they needed for school whether it was clothes, shoes, school supplies...If you had a need or needed someone to talk to you could always talk to Mrs. Hattie Harrison...Very seldom you find support in the schools like that anymore...Delegate Hattie Harrison Rest in Peace. And may the works you've done speak for you.
Sharon Lee
January 30, 2013
Sending sincere condolences to the Harrison family and friends. May the God of comfort be with you always. (2Cor.1:3)
Lynn Harmon
January 30, 2013
May the God of all comfort be with the family during this difficult time in your life. We all yearn for better conditions, it is refreshing to know that God's word speaks of a time when all sorrows will be gone and that mankind will live in beautiful surroundings with nothing to fear.- Isaiah 65;17,21-24 will shed light on this.
raquel
January 30, 2013
my condolances to your families, she won't be asleep for long soon you will see her again as brought out at Jon 5:28,28, my prayers are with your family.
M. L. Willis
January 30, 2013
Well Done, Thy Good and Faithful Servant.
January 30, 2013
May the God of peace and all tender mercies grant you a calm heart and provide you solace as you fiind comfort from your fondest memories of Ms. Hattie.
January 30, 2013
With deepest sympathy to the Harrison family during your time of grief...God is for you a refuge and strength, A help that is there to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
Ashley Reed
January 30, 2013
My sympathies to the Harrison family. May they find peace from the God of all comfort who will actaully swallow up death forever and wipe the tears from all faces.
Yolanda
January 30, 2013
To the Harrison Family,
May you find comfort in God's word during this difficult time. He does not remove the pain we feel, but he does help us bear it, 2 Cor. 4:7. He also gives us the hope of seeing our loved ones again. Keep wonderful memories of Hattie's in your hearts and minds. Pray for endurance and strength. Romans 12:12
January 30, 2013
Sorry to hear of your loss. May our Heavenly Father be your strength and comfort at this time. 1Cor. 1:3
January 30, 2013
To know Hattie was to love her. She was a true politician. We worked together in East Baltimore politics. Condolences to the family. Sincere Simpathy. Patricia Gray.
Anthony Mitchell
January 30, 2013
Harrison Family, please accept my warm love and deep sympathy and condolences for Ms. Harrison. She was such a caring, funny, courageous, self-sacrificing, kind-hearted and just plain outstanding and honorable woman. Her beautiful and humble spirit will never ever be forgotten in my heart. I will miss her very, very much. I know Hattie will truly be safe in God's memory until He brings her back to life to enjoy perfect health and youthful vigor forever in His coming paradise on earth very soon!
January 30, 2013
God bless you ~
C.S
January 30, 2013
May the God of all comfort and peace be with the Harrison family.Acts24:15.
Patricia Barbee
January 30, 2013
With sympathy to the Family.
"Servant Hattie", now enter the Gates of Heaven and sit down, be Blessed and enjoy the fruits of your labor on earth.
Gina
January 30, 2013
My heart goes out to the loved ones of Ms. Hattie Harrison. Psalms 90:10 describes those living to 80 and beyond as special mightiness. May that, and other fond memories of Ms. Harrison comfort you during this difficult time.
Annette Crawley
January 30, 2013
Well done my good and faithful servant.Take your place.
DEBRA CEOL
January 30, 2013
My condolences to the Harrison family and friends.
Steele
January 30, 2013
May the God of comfort comfort you in this time of great sorrow. Mrs Harrison can sleep in peace from all her hard work until the King says "Wake Up"
January 30, 2013
May you find comfort in the Hearer of prayer at this time. Psalm 65:2
January 30, 2013
I am very sorry for your loss. The Bible gives us the Knowledge that our God will hear us when we pray to Him for help at Jeremiah 29:11-12 .
Cheryl Polk
January 30, 2013
Another great example gone on who will be greatly missed. What a blessing to, not only, Maryland, but the world of up coming young people as well as other pioneers.
May God bless and keep her loved ones, and friends.
Barbara Burke
January 29, 2013
Thanks for the memories and words of wisdom to me and many others. Prayers and thoughts to the family and the State of Maryland.
EG
January 29, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 29, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. the bible can comfort at john 3:16
S.Griggs~Ps. 46:1
January 29, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Tamara M. Tolliver
January 29, 2013
God Bles You Mrs. Harrison. May you Rest With God. My condolences to the Harrison family and friends. A remarkable lady!!
Michael Brown
January 29, 2013
A Great Woman, teacher and leader. She will be truly missed. She inspired me in many ways.
MARY E. SMITH
January 29, 2013
To the family: I MET Del. Harrison IN 1968 AND I LOVED HER SO MUCH. SHE WAS ONE OF THE MOST DYNAMIC MEMBERS OF LEGISLATURE AND WE HAVE HAD SOME VERY HAPPY TIMES TOGETHER WITH MCEA. I PRAY THAT GOD WILL GRANT ALL OF YOU THE MUCH NEEDED STRENGTH AT THIS MOST CRUCIAL TIME IN YOUR LIVES. I LOVE YOU AND GOD BLES. MARY E. SMITH
January 29, 2013
Thank you for your public service to the citizens of MD. Please rest in peace Ms. Harrison.
January 29, 2013
Mrs. Harrison set the example of what someone can do if they want it bad enough. God bless
Mrs. Emily Stinson
January 29, 2013
There at Ecclesiastes 9:5 tell us "For the living are conscious that they will die; but as for the dead, they are conscious of nothing at all".
Linda Wills
January 29, 2013
My condolences on the loss of Ms. Hattie. May the "peace of God that excels all thought" (Phil. 4:7) comfort you now and in the coming days.
I will keep your family in my prayers.
Angela,Tony, & Brian Gable
January 29, 2013
TO THE HARRISON FAMILY:
I am sorry about the loss of one so dear to you. Now is the time for all to Share in the Sweet Memories of one So Loved by immediate Family and Friends. Matthew 5:4 States, blessed are those who mourn since they will be Comforted. I will be Praying for you all during this time of your bereavement.
January 29, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of your recent loss;
I'm sending my sympathy;
If you need someone to help you now,
Please, friend, call on me.
Sincerely yours,
Resa Boydston
cindy willis
January 29, 2013
Ms. Harrie was a truly beautiful person. I met her 23 years ago when my children were young. I had no idea when this wonderful woman gave me words of wisdom and called me one of the best young moms she had ever seen, that she was as important as it turned out she was. I just thought Ms. Hattie was a great, loving and kind person. We were truly blessed with her.
Vera Hall
January 29, 2013
I remember Mrs. Harrison from Dunbar High School. She was a beautiful human being with a heart of loving and caring, sincerity. She will FOREVER be in my heart and memories. My prayers and simpathy goes out not only to her immediate family and friends but also, to the entire state of maryland and the dunbar family. We will be forever greatful for being such a beautiful blessing within our lives. May she rest in peace.
Patricia Tigs
January 29, 2013
It was a pleasure to service as one of yourIntern.
Carmen And Anita Slibersprings
January 29, 2013
Gods gift To the world a true gift treasute those beauiful memories Thanks!
PAT BOHANNON
January 29, 2013
MY PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY.
January 29, 2013
East Baltimore was blessed to have Delegate Harrison whom served them for many years. My mother Delegate Ruth M.Kirk both worked as educators at Dunbar High School and both were legislatures in Annaplolis. They were very close and looked out for one another. May the lord grant you peace and comfort at this time to know that one of his angels is going home to be with the lord.
Respectfully,
Karen Kirk Obayanju
January 29, 2013
A great warrior! Proud to have been a confidante...
"Absence of body is presence with GOD! Love ya, Hattie!
Jimmy
Mission Viejo, CA
Jamie McGuirk
January 29, 2013
Dear Harrison family-I would like to express my deepest sympathies in the passing of Hattie. May God hold her in the palm of his hand!
B. B.
January 29, 2013
My condolences to family and friends of Hattie Harrison
“There is no partiality with God.” As an activist/delegate Ms. Harrison must have known that fact and her work as an advocate for civil rights and workers' rights is very much appreciated. Now she rest from her work in peace.
January 29, 2013
Rip
January 29, 2013
So sorry for the lost of Ms. Hattie may Reveletion 21:1-4 give you comfort and hope for the future.
P Dixon
January 29, 2013
Dear Harrison family; we were very sorry to read of the temporary passing of Ms Harrison. We are never prepared for the passing of our loved ones, and this is because we were not created to die. Our Creator created mankind to live forever. Soon God will return the earth back to a paradise and Ms Harrison will be able to live on earth eternally.
January 29, 2013
A true pioneer for women in politics...her legacy will live on with the path she helped create...Rest In Peace...
V.Coates Columbus OH
James Willner
January 29, 2013
May the eternal light shine upon her.....
Marilyn Tomlin-Woodberry
January 29, 2013
A true soldier has gone home to be with the Lord. You have my deepest sympathy.
January 29, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Psalm 34:18
January 29, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Becca
January 29, 2013
PAY ATTENTION. This woman gave selflessly, of her time, energy, and devotion, so that WE ALL could understand true liberation, and freedom. TAKE NOTE, you will not see intergrity, sacrifice, and love for such a cause, perhaps ever again. Thank you, Hattie, for giving your heart and soul to making our country a happier, healthier, place to live. You don't have soul, you ARE soul. To her family, and friends, my heartflet sympathy. God Bless, and God Speed, Ms. Harrison.
Naomi Ball
January 29, 2013
A mentor and mother; I will never forget her generosity to me and the community.
January 29, 2013
My deepest condolences to Ms. Harrison's family. May God's peace comfort you.
-John 5:28
January 29, 2013
Such a loving woman, and in the hearts of many her legacy will live on, as we gain comfort from the holy writings. For God gives His peace and comfort through his son Jesus Christ to the lowly ones.
B Lucas
January 29, 2013
My sincere condolence for the loss of Hattie your dear loved one. May your fond memories of her bring comfort.
Peace and love to your family and friends, and to the spirit that you show. [email protected]
January 29, 2013
Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Hattie Harrison a strong women.PS.68:11.
R.J.B.
January 29, 2013
Ms. Harrison seems like the kind of woman who adorned herself not with excessive material things, but with "the secret person of the heart in the incorruptible apparel of the quiet and mild spirit, which is of great value in the eyes of God." (1 Peter 3:1-4)
January 29, 2013
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.
barbara
January 29, 2013
another legend gone and will be missed <3
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