With profound sadness we announce the passing of Loretta Harrison, our loving and devoted wife and mother and friend to all whose lives she touched, on Saturday, June 13, 2020. She left us for her eternal home while at her residence in Midland, Texas. She was in her 84th year.Loretta was born and raised in Northern Oklahoma where she met the love of her life. She and Joe Harrison, along with their two best friends as witnesses, eloped to wed in Madison County, Arkansas on New Year’s Day. Loretta and Joe were married 64 years.She is the beloved mother of Marcella, Joe Jr., Tom and Judy. She is grandma to seven grandchildren and nana to seven great grandchildren. Very few things in life brought her more joy than spoiling her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her son, Joe Jr.Loretta was a kind and generous woman, always helping those in need. Everyone was welcome at her table. She continually served in some capacity at her church. Her charity knew no bounds. Most of all she loved her family and instilled in her children strong values that have served them well.Loretta’s family expresses their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Hospice of Midland, caregiver, Nancy Perez and Dr. Summer Merritt. Their professional and wonderful care will be treasured always.The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home in Midland. A celebration of Loretta’s life will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences may be made at www.npwelch.com.,
