Wanda Sue Schoolcraft Harper, 72, of Renick, passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
Born March 24, 1951, in Marlinton, she was a daughter of the late Rev. Samuel M. and Ada Pearl Auldridge Schoolcraft.
Wanda grew up in Buckeye, where she spent many wonderful, carefree days and acquired a love of nature, animals and flowers. She carried this love with her to her home in Renick where she planted many flowers to create a natural setting. She has been described by many as a sweet, kind person with a beautiful smile.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Carlos R. Schoolcraft; and sisters, Phyllis S. McCall and Linda S. Wright.
She is survived by her husband, Richard “Rick” Harper; sons, Bryan Hanna (Lee Ann), Kevin Hanna (Rebecca), and Jeffrey Hanna (Amanda); sister, Janice S. Gurley; grandchildren, Aiden Hendershot (Abigail), Ezra Hanna, Sam Hanna (Desiree), and Mitchell and Ivy Hanna; special family friend, Michelle Hanna; her K9 companion, Esther; and several nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral service was held Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at Morgan Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Dave McCall and Pastor Emory Hanna officiating.
Burial was in Harper Family Cemetery at Renick.
Online guestbook can be signed at www.morganfh.net
