Virginia Mae Harbin of Amarillo passed away on May 17, 2023. Virginia was born January 9,1942 in Flomot, Texas to RV and Annie Smith. Nanny was a loving, kind sweet woman who dedicated her life to teaching, nurturing and loving children. She was the owner of “Nanny’s House” for many years. She was a teacher and Director of Amarillo Montessori Academy for many years helping create the curriculum that is still used today. Nanny loved adventures, whether they were trips to New Mexico or San Diego. Nanny was an avid reader and gardener. She loved and cared for many children hoping to instill knowledge and adventure but most of all to know that they were loved. Nanny will be greatly missed by all who loved and cared for her. Celebration of Life will be held on June 24, 2023 at Nanny’s house.
She is preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and two brothers.
Left to cherish her memory are her children: Wayne Harbin and his wife Kristin of Oscola, Missouri; Dean Harbin and wife Dena of Rockdale, Texas; Deanne McCoy and husband Ken of Amarillo. A brother Jerry Smith and wife Donna of Snyder, Texas. Grandchildren Mariesha Williams and husband Mark, Amanda Bartlett and husband Beau, Stuart Caswell and wife Mozelle, Adam Caswell, Dalton Harbin and wife Ana, Courtney Harbin, Meggan Harbin and husband Kit and Colter Harbin and wife Noelle along with 13 great grandchildren.
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