Jean Procter Hutchinson

Jean Procter Hutchinson, 95, of Smith Mountain Lake, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Snyder Nursing Home in Salem. She was preceded in death by her husband, William “Russ” Hutchinson, who was the love of her life. They were married for 51 years.

She is survived by one sister, Enid Burke of Blandon, PA; her two children, Donald Hutchinson (Terry) and Lynn Fisher (Gary) both of Smith Mountain Lake; four grandchildren, Angela Hayes, Kris Hutchinson (Jolene), Ryan Fisher (Katie), and Corinne Bassett (Chris); and ten cherished great-grandchildren, Parker, Tyler, Abram, Coenn, Lilli, Declan, Sadie, Libbie, Ryder and Dylan.

Jean was born on November 19, 1928, in Clayton-le-Moors, England. She was the daughter of Mary Ellen and Lawrence Procter & traveled extensively as a child living in England, Brazil, and Canada before making her home in the United States, living in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and finally in Virginia. She was very proud of becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen in 1951.

She was a member of Trinity Ecumenical Parish in Moneta, VA. During her time at Smith Mountain Lake, she enjoyed the Newcomers Club and its many activities. She loved reading and tending a small garden space overlooking the lake.

Her greatest joys were her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. In her later years, she loved making cookies, doing art projects, reading, & parading around the house with the little ones. Watching them in the lake and on boat rides brought many smiles.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Trinity Ecumenical Parish, Memorial Fund, 40 Lakemount Dr, Moneta, VA 24121.

A celebration of Jean’s life will be held at Trinity Ecumenical Parish, 40 Lakemount Dr. Moneta, VA 24121 on Friday, April 26, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. with the Rev. Dr. Philip Bouknight officiating. The family will receive friends and family following the service at the Fisher Home.

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, SML, is assisting the family. To send online condolences please visit tharpfuneralhome.com.