Priscilla "Perk" Pearson
Priscilla "Perk" Pearson
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Perk Pearson, 81, of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on May 16, 2024, in Rolling Hills Estates, CA. Born on June 25, 1943, in Pittsburgh, she was known for her vibrant artistic talents and unwavering love for the Pittsburgh Steelers. An artist, teacher, and devoted mother, Perk brought color and creativity to everything she touched.
In her career, Perk excelled in various art forms including ceramics, painting, printmaking, and drawing. She also served as an Art Therapist at Charleston WV Memorial Hospital and as a Special Needs Aide at LAUSD from 2000 to 2012.
Outside of her professional life, Perk found joy in playing games, spending time with friends, and cherishing moments with her grandchildren, Charles J, Christopher J, Cooper W, and Eliana S Emery. She is survived by her children Charles E Emery Jr (Gail), Harry B Emery, Benjamin D Emery, and Megan L Emery, as well as her sisters Christine Hicks, Cynthia Turich, and Linnea McQuiston, along with 9 nieces and nephews. Perk was preceded in death by her brother K Henry Pearson Jr, her mother Evelyn Bitner Pearson, and her father Karl Henry Pearson.
Perk's educational journey included attending Baldwin High School in Pittsburgh, PA, earning a Bachelor's degree from West Virginia Wesleyan, a Master's degree in Family Counseling from West Virginia University, and a Master's in Fine Art from West Virginia University.
In her free time, Perk indulged in her love for art and spending quality time with her beloved grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to West Virginia Wesleyan at 59 College Ave, Buckhannon, WV 26201, or online at www.WVWC.edu/give/. Perk's legacy of creativity and compassion will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
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Karen Olinger Dotson
June 8, 2024
My first memory of Perk was the move in day September 1961, West Virginia Wesleyan College. We both had heavy trunks and needed help moving into Jenkins Hall, third floor. Two Wesleyan College football players came to our aid, we later married these two guys. Perk and I remained friends the rest of our lives. Memories I will treasure for ever.
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