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Sara Hutchinson Obituary
Affectionately known and nicknamed "Sunny," she was a beam of light from the day she was born. Her radiant and magnetic personality drew people to her and put smiles on their faces. Sunny, at her core, was a connector of people, effortlessly engaging individuals, regardless of their age or life circumstances. Her deep generosity of spirit was contagious, and her life was defined by caring for and loving others. Sunny was devoted to her family and friends with unconditional love. Those closest to her describe her as vibrant, generous, inclusive, compassionate, trustworthy, loyal and thoughtful. Her guiding and enduring faith in God gave her strength and made every day a joyful adventure.
A true love story, Sunny and Wen met sixteen years ago in Atlanta. Because of their mutual adoration and respect, their relationship has been an inspiration to all. Sunny and Wen rarely left one another's side. Her greatest joy was being with her family, no matter what the activity. Sunny was a faithful and adoring mother, whether cheering for her children on the sidelines or spending time snuggled on the couch together at home. She was a loving daughter and sister, cherished her relationship with her parents and siblings, and was a fiercely loyal friend to all.
Sunny loved life, living it to the fullest every day and imparting her sunshine to all those around. She loved music, dancing, travel, golf tournaments, Panthers' games, and back porch conversations. She was a servant leader and a quiet motivator among her circle of friends as well as her community that she loved so dearly. To know her was a gift and to have been loved by Sunny was a blessing.
In addition to her parents, Sunny is survived by her husband, William Owens Lewis Hutchinson, "Wen"; children, Cameron, Wills, and Sara; sister, Winslow Morrison Harris, "Windy"; brother, John William Harris III, "Johno" and his wife, Anna Dings Harris; father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Roseberry Hutchinson; brothers-in-law, John Guiher Hutchinson (Kaki), James Kay Thomas Payne (Deidra), Andrew Allemong Payne (Mary); as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 23, 2018 at 11:00 am, at Myers Park Presbyterian Church in Charlotte with Rev. Joe Clifford and Rev. Leighton Ford officiating. Family will receive friends following the service in Oxford Hall.
Those who wish may make memorials to the The Levine Children's Hospital c/o Carolina Healthcare Foundation or Charlotte Latin School.
Condolences may be offered at www.harryandbryantfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sara Hutchinson
Bonnie Harrill
February 17, 2021
The light will always surround you and your family.God bless and keep his arms around you and yours!
Mary Beth Harris
February 16, 2021
I am thinking of you on this anniversary. Sunny was a special little girl, and I am sure, a special woman. Please take joy in your memories.
Michael and Paula Schneiderman
May 6, 2018
Deborah and Johnny
Losing a child is devastating but having support from family and friends and wonderful memories of Sara helps you endure and move forward.
May 6, 2018
Deborah and Johnny
Losing a beloved child is a devastating event but the support from those that know you and your wonderful memories of Sara let you endure and move forward.
Mike and Paula Schneiderman
MJ
March 16, 2018
Sincere condolences to the family.
May God sustain you at this time
Please find comfort from his word
Where he promises he will
"comfort your heart
and make you firm"
during this time of great loss.
2 Thessalonians 2:16,17
With deep sympathy
March 6, 2018
Dear Johnny and Family,
Words are so inadequate to describe how heartbroken we feel learning of Sara"s passing. There is no greater loss than that of a child...and no words can ease the pain but, your faith in God's promise that..." Those who believe in me will live, even though they die" ... For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son , that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life...this will help you though your dark and difficult hours. Sunny will be missed by all who knew her but her beautiful spirit and legacy will live on through you and her children.
Bob and Theresa Rucho
John Leistler
March 3, 2018
My deepest sympathies to the Harris and Hutchinson families. I taught Sunny at Charlotte Latin School 25 years ago and when I saw something on Facebook the other day indicating this truly sad loss, memories rushed back to me of the dear, smiling, effervescent, ebullient, diligent Sunny. I taught her in AP Modern European history and she was such a devoted, earnest, sincere student. Sunny joined a small group of us that went to London for spring break for a really good bargain, and while I had gotten to know her well in class, being with her in London, enjoying her delight and thrill at the history and art and theater, helped me appreciate her even more. I left Charlotte in 1996, and had not seen Sunny since I left so long ago, but my memories and appreciation of her have not dimmed, and my heart wells with emotion at the loss of this truly good, genuine, caring person. It is my loss that I have not seen her in over 20 years, but I am confident that her friends and family loved and appreciated her as everyone always has. I know I was just her teacher, but it was a privilege to know someone as caring, down-to-earth, and radiant as Sunny. My condolences to all the grieving friends and family members.
March 2, 2018
Dear Johnny,
My deepest sorrow at hearing about Sunny's death. I thought it was a mistake, since we're all - WFS-'65- in our latter part of life. With two adult daughter's, I can not imagine the grief of the entire Harris clan. I only hope that time will eventually bring you both some vestige of consolation. God's Peace, Spencer Garrard
John Gregory
March 1, 2018
Dear Johnny, I was devastated when I heard about your loss and I can't begin to tell you how sorry I am for you and your whole family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
March 1, 2018
Dear John,
So Sorry. It is so important to rejoice in life and family as you did.
Tom Jahncke WFS 65
Debra Glenn
February 28, 2018
Deepest sympathies Prayers
L P
February 28, 2018
My heart goes out to the family for the loss of your dear one,
May it comfort you to know that she will return to the days of her youthful vigor as promised at Job 33:25.
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
February 26, 2018
To the Hutchinson family please accept my belated condolences. May the God of all comfort continue to be with you all as you navigate through these days to come. Sincerely linda
Lara Burke
February 26, 2018
Mr. and Mrs. Harris,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Doug Dotson
February 25, 2018
sorry about ur loss. I am a golfer from east texas.
Mano Stornaiuolo
February 25, 2018
Heartfelt condolences to everyone that knew Sunny. She was a wonderful person and I will always cheerish seeing her at the Quail Hollow Club. She always seemed "sunny" and was passionate about every mission she undertook and made everyone feel comfortable. Wishing the family much love and strength and may your fondest memories comfort you.
Peace and Love,
Mano Stornaiuolo
Jan Stoneman
February 25, 2018
I am so, so very sorry for your loss. May God give you all the strength you need to carry on and may you hold onto your loving memories for years to come.
Mano Stornaiuolo
February 25, 2018
Heartfelt condolences to everyone that knew Sunny. She was a wonderful person and I will always cheerish seeing her at the Quail Hollow Club. She always seemed "sunny" and was passionate about every mission she undertook and made everyone feel comfortable. Wishing the family much love and strength and may your fondest memories comfort you.
Peace and Love,
Mano Stornaiuolo
Sandy Pettyjohn
February 25, 2018
Sunny lived up to her name - she was a bright light - a sparkler.
I taught her art when she was in elementary school and loved having her as a student. When I saw her as an adult, she was always smiling and had all the time in the world to chat. While my heart breaks that she is gone, I am happy that I knew her. May God hold and protect her.
February 25, 2018
Dear Johnny and Deborah So saddened to hear of your beautiful daughters death.You can be so proud of the person she was and how she will always be remembered by all!Please know you are all in my prayers and that God will hold you each tightly ?Betty Watkins Atlanta
February 25, 2018
We are all so fortunate to have life, even for a short while. I am glad to see that Sara's life was happy and fulfilled. God Bless her and her family. Celebrate her gifted life.
James Witherspoon
February 25, 2018
So very sorry to her about Ms. Sara she was a blessing, a true blessing to me and my Disabled Veterans friends. My prayers go out to her husband her two daughters and her son you had a great mama she was a great person and she was very real. God bless you. Thanks Sara
Meschell Hall-Odle
February 25, 2018
So very sorry for your loss. Sunny will always be remembered for her loving caring generosity to others. Her faith was enduring and shone through her light.
We will all miss her.
May God comfort you with peace during this difficult time
Bonnie Harrill
February 25, 2018
Although, I did not know Sara or her family, I was compelled to offer my condolences, after hearing the news. I felt drawn to her smile and her Aurora that seemed to speak out loud. I pray for her family and her friends for peace and strength during this time. God bless and heal you all.
Daniel Lundy
February 25, 2018
God bless her. What a nice person.
Frank Diglio
February 25, 2018
So very sorry for your loss, to the entire extended family of Sara Harris Hutchinson. Just heard on Honda classic. All are in my prayers.
CJ Maclin
February 25, 2018
Heartfelt sympathy to the family. Sara wasn't just known in Charlotte, she was known in Las Vegas as well! So sorry for your loss.
Marcus Williams
February 25, 2018
GOD bless your family, I am sorry for their lost.
GOD bless
Harrison Davis
February 25, 2018
We all pray for you
We all loved you
February 25, 2018
Watching the Honda Classic at home with my husband when Jim Nance announced Sara's passing. He spoke with so much appreciation for her. His voice quivered. It brought me to a heightened state. My husband and I send our deepest sympathies to all family involved. May God bless Sara and all of you as you weather your loss.
Sincerely yours,
Jean & Dennis Nathanson
Alfonso Vargas
February 25, 2018
Rest in Peace and god bless your family
John Jonethis
February 25, 2018
Johnny & Deborah,
Heartbroken to hear the news of the passing of Sunny.
May Her Memory Be Eternal!
Peter Thevaos
February 24, 2018
My deepest prayers and sympathies to the Harris and Hutchinson families on the loss of Sunny. I offer a Greek saying at a time such as this...."Zoi Se Sas" which means "Long Life To Loved Ones Left Behind." Additionally "May Her Memory Be Eternal."
Sig Johnsen
February 24, 2018
Johnny, i can't think of any words to describe how you and Deborah feel at this time.. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and the entire family. God bless you and your family.. Sig and Jane Johnsen
Jim & Kristi Richerson
February 23, 2018
We are so sorry to hear of Sunny's passing. The Harris family has always been so kind to us. Peace be with you all.
Paula Hamman
February 23, 2018
My heart breaks for you. I always loved seeing her when you all would come in to Bricktop's. Prayers that God will give you a peace that passes all understanding.
Joe & Joann Steranka
February 23, 2018
Our loss is heaven's gain. Sunny you will always be a light in our lives.
Carol Lillly
February 23, 2018
Our prayers and thoughts are with the Harris and Hutchinson Family during your loss. Hold to the great memories you all shared together. Mike & Carol Lilly-Charlotte, NC
February 23, 2018
was very sorry to learn of the passing of "Sunny" - John Harris has done so much in promoting our great city - again very sorry for the loss - God be with you - Mr. & Mrs. J. Reid Shoemaker, Jr.
Kevin Levine
February 23, 2018
I am so very saddened by the loss of Sunny and my heart goes out to the entire Hutchinson and Harris family. May her memory be held tight and I send my love and condolences.
Donald and Melissa Etheridge
February 23, 2018
It is with a heavy heart and my deepest sympathy my family and I offer our condolences to the Hutchinson and Harris families. May God provide all of the comfort you need during this difficult time. We are continuously praying for you.
Mark Erwin
February 23, 2018
Deborah and Johnny, We are heartbroken for you and your family. Sunny was a bright spot in so many lives. Please know that words are never enough but that we also send prayers and grieve with you. Mark and Joan
Greer Friedrich
February 23, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Harris please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May Christ walk closely with you through this heartbreaking time.
February 23, 2018
So sorry for your loss - no parent should have to lose a child. God must need another Angel up in Heaven. Berry and Sheldon Grant
Luci Heeseman
February 23, 2018
My heart is broken for you and your beautiful family. God gained an special angel in heaven this week. Deborah I have always loved and admired you for your kind loving spirit and deep faith. I pray you feel God's love! Know that so many love you and are keeping you in their prayers.
Robert Black
February 23, 2018
My heart goes out to Johnny and the Harris and Hutchinson families. My thoughts and prayers are with you today.
Sandra Barrett
February 23, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss of Sunny. My prayers are for your family. God Bless. Sandra Barrett
Dean Parrish
February 22, 2018
Deborah my heart is broken for you as I pray for God to give you comfort in this time of sorrow. May your faith help you every moment of everyday. I always loved and admired you in Bible Study Fellowship and my prayers are with you.
Roxanne Morgan
February 22, 2018
Oh Deborah, my heart goes out to you! I am deeply sorry for your loss. I just learned of your precious daughter's passing, and am holding you and all your family in prayer.
Mary Beth Harris
February 22, 2018
I will always think of Sunny as a warm, compassionate, special young lady. Even in sixth grade Sunny stood as a wonderful human being as did her brother, John. My heart is broken. Mr. and Mrs. Harris you raised a beautiful, loving daughter who was taken too soon. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Mary Beth Harris
Alice Carr
February 22, 2018
Deborah and Johnny, You raised a beautiful daughter in every way. So sad for your loss. Alice Carr
February 22, 2018
From your Charleston WV family praying for all the Hutchinson and Harris family. So sorry for your loss.
Julia Thomas Roberts
Charleston WV
Patricia Willis
February 22, 2018
My dear cousin Deborah, and Johnny...My heart so feels your hearts.
Our sympathies & condolences to the two of you, and all the Harris & Hutchinson family members.
May the love behind the words being spoken/written lift your hearts at this sad time; and may your precious memories bring smiles, even when tears fall down on them.
Love and Prayers,
Pat & Ken
Brandon Snyder
February 22, 2018
Prayers and condolences to the Harris and Hutchinson families. Sorry for your loss.
David Carson
February 22, 2018
Dear Johnny,
Keeping you and your family in my prayers. A loss no parents should have to endure.
David Carson
February 22, 2018
What a beautiful, enriching & servant life; so rightfully named Sunny! May our Precious Lord pour loving peace and comfort over each family member and friend. Beautiful daughter looks and sounds like her beautiful mom, inside & out!
Sara Gwynn Brackett
Robert & Glenda Bond
February 22, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Hutchinson & Harris families during this difficult time. May the Lord fill your home with his presence during the days and weeks ahead and just know the community shares your heartache for the loss of this special person.
Ed & Carrie Tessier
February 22, 2018
I was shocked and sadden to hear of Sunny's passing. My family is sending prayers and condolences to your entire family. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Tripp and Ellen Thomas
February 22, 2018
Our sincerest condolences to the Harris and Hutchinson families. We are all better for having known Sunny.
February 22, 2018
eenan & Jen- words cannot express what a wonderful son you have. He is the light of both of your eyes and now he gets to run and play like you have always wanted. God truly chose the right parents for him and now he wants him home. I will always remember him. With much love...
Joanna DeHart
February 22, 2018
Our deepest sympathy for all of her family and friends. She was a beautiful person and she will be truly missed by all. Prayers for everyone during this difficult time.
jane hixson
February 22, 2018
HUGGING you all with my heart.
Glenda Aldridge
February 22, 2018
My sincerest condolences to Sunny's family. A great loss of a wonderful person to pass away so young.
Michael Mayberry
February 22, 2018
Sunny will surely be missed by those who's lives were enriched by her presence. Our prayers for faith and strength are extended to Sunny's family.
Marianna Batie
February 22, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss. Sunny was a classmate of mine at St. Andrew's, and she brought joy wherever she went. My most sincere condolences to the family on your tragic, untimely loss.
Heather Davis
February 22, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family. I pray that your faith and the hope that you'll see her again comforts you during this difficult time (John 6: 39,40). You'll be in my thoughts and prayers
Gail Street
February 22, 2018
With deepest sympathy to all the family . We were lucky enough to know Sunny in the year we taught Cameron and remember her as a wonderful wife and mother and she was always smiling .
Rob and Mary Engel
February 22, 2018
What a gift Sunny and her entire family will always be to this community. Her life will be continue to be an inspiration to us all. Our hearts are heavy and prayers are with you.
February 22, 2018
My deepest sympathy to all those who knew and loved Sara. When someone we love dies, it's like a big part of us is gone with them. May the wonderful memories you have shared with Sara comfort and strengthen each of you. God's word assures us that He is with us to sustain and help us. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Temple Grassi
February 22, 2018
So sad- thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Kristy Edstrom
February 21, 2018
We are so sad and heartbroken for the loss of Sunny. She was such a kind, beautiful person inside and out and her smile lit up the room. Lots of love and prayers for you all.
Love, Adam and Kristy Edstrom
Beverly Adams
February 21, 2018
Our entire family is saddened by this news. Our prayers go out to the entire family.
Lillian and Phil Chapman
February 21, 2018
Our hearts are broken. She was a joy and blessing to all who knew her and she loved from the depth of her soul. We will miss her. Godspeed Sunny.
Kess Connelly Clark
February 21, 2018
I am so shocked and saddened by this tragic loss. I went to Latin, scouts and camp with Sunny. She was always a light of joy and I am so sorry for this great loss. My deepest condolences and please let me know if you need anything.
European Studies 1995.
Shannon Bevins
February 21, 2018
Montana shenanigans. 1996
Shannon Bevins
February 21, 2018
Sweet sunshine. You will be so terribly missed but so beautifully remembered, dear friend. I love you. Shannon
Shelley McCraven Lassiter
February 21, 2018
My sincerest condolences to the Harris and Hutchinson families. As a former employee of Lincoln Harris I remember Sunny fondly and recall she was every bit the wonderful person as her obituary described her. She was warm, gracious and always offered a kind smile. She was a wonderful person and I am so sincerely sorry for the loss of such an amazing person. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends during this time.
Tony Sherrill
February 21, 2018
My sincerest condolences to your families. I am deeply saddened to hear of Sunny's passing. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Buffy Hawthorne
February 21, 2018
My heart has not stopped aching for Sunny and Wen's children, Wen, the Harris and Hutchinson families and all of those that loved and adored Sunny. If we all lived our lives even a little bit like Sunny- our world would definitely be a more heavenly place. I will miss her beautiful smile at HSM workout class, running errands around the neighborhood and working with her at the golf tournament. I pray that God can give her family the support, guidance, faith and love to get through this tragic loss as Heaven has gained a magnificent Angel.
February 21, 2018
Marc and Celene Oken send deepest condolences to the Harris and Hutchinson families. It was a delight to know Sunny and to have the Hutchinson's as our neighbors. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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