Pertrilla "Pat" Washington Herbert, 59, of Beaumont, died Friday, September 5, 2014, at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas-Beaumont. She was born on September 18, 1954, to Phyllis Washington and Joe Washington, Sr., in Bay City, Texas.  Mrs. Herbert was a member of the 1973 graduating class of Stephen F. Austin High School in Port Arthur, Texas.  She then matriculated at Bauder Fashion College in Arlington, Texas where she received degrees in Interior Design and Fashion Design. She married her devoted husband, Albert Herbert, in 1978.

Mrs. Herbert's artistry and creativity were displayed through her work as a wedding planner, interior designer, and cheerleading coach.  She was also a former teacher and secretary with the Beaumont Independent School District. Mrs. Herbert was colorful and fun-loving, and brightened up any room she was in; she could always dazzle a crowd with her storytelling and laughter.  Her big heart, unwavering strength and inspiring spirit will be truly missed. 

Mrs. Herbert is survived by her husband, Albert Herbert; father, Joe Washington Sr., and his wife, Elizabeth, of DeSoto, Texas; brothers, Joe Washington, Jr. and his wife, Meadow Lark, of Baltimore, Maryland, and Kenneth Washington and his wife, Laurence Ann, of Spring, Texas; nieces Letitcia Herbert, Kendra Washington, and Brandy Washington; nephews Kenneth Washington, Jr. and Terence Washington; great nephew Kaleb Washington; brother-in-law Ferris Herbert; and sister-in-law Beverly Harmon and her husband, Eric.  She is preceded in death by her beloved mother, Phyllis Washington.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, September 11, 2014, at Westgate Church of Christ Church, 6390 Westgate Drive, Beaumont, with interment to follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves. Memorial contributions may be made to Westgate Church of Christ Church, 6390 Westgate Drive, Beaumont, Texas 77706.