Never give up. Pamela Socha can attest to the truth of that statement. From her childhood days, she has had to overcome adversity, starting when her family’s house burned down when she was 12.

 

“We lost everything,” she says. “Everything my parents worked for, every picture, every item that we owned. We had to live in a hotel for a while.”  Through this experience, having a home took on new meaning to her.

 

“A lot of people take it for granted when they lay their head down that they are safe and secure. I want people to find that home,” she says.

 

Pamela’s journey stands out as one of resilience, determination, and the power of helping others. From starting her own successful real estate career to overcoming numerous health challenges, Pamela has emerged as a beacon of hope and motivation. Her unwavering spirit and commitment to making a difference have propelled her to new heights, both personally and professionally.

 

Three and a half years ago, Pamela ventured into the real estate industry, unaware of the profound impact it would have on her life. Despite always knowing it was something she wanted to pursue, Pamela struggled to articulate her true calling. It was her oldest son, Josh Hasty, who owns a video production company and had connections with national real estate agents, who recognized her passion and encouraged her to pursue it. Inspired by her son's support, Pamela took a leap of faith, determined not to look back and regret not pursuing her dreams.

 

She also had the opportunity to reevaluate her life at the age of 50. “I had a fall after I turned 50,” she shares. “At that time, I didn't want to be 60 and wished I had gone into real estate.” This fall and the thoughtful reflection that followed was also a motivating factor on why she leapt to real estate.

Pamela's journey to success was far from easy. She faced numerous health challenges along the way, but her indomitable spirit pushed her forward. From being diagnosed with kidney cancer at the age of 35 to enduring multiple surgeries and procedures, Pamela's strength shone through each trial. She faced diagnoses of tumors, cysts, and even a cancer scare that turned out to be a rare condition caused by a lung infection known as Histoplasmosis, requiring 2 years of medication. Despite the pain, uncertainty, and setbacks, Pamela never lost hope and continued to fight for her health.

 

“I’ve had a lot of health issues to get to the point of making the jump to real estate,” reflects Pamela. Her kidney cancer started in 2005, followed by Histoplasmosis and a benign breast mass in 2013, and other health challenges.

 

Pamela's story reached a critical turning point when she experienced three traumatic brain injuries in less than six weeks. In 2018, a waffle iron hit her in the head at her cousin’s house when she was in the pantry, resulting in a concussion. This unfortunate event was followed by another concussion 2 weeks later when a barn cat knocked a table from the rafters in the barn onto her head. Her final traumatic brain injury is when she fell flat on her face downtown while attending the Home & Garden Show, passing out while watching her husband’s face go white. This injury, resulting in lots of blood, required 36 stitches to her face, and a neck injury.

 

“It was the worst pain,” she says. The pain stemmed from her brain and Pamela had to have C4, C5, and C6 fused together. Post-op, however, was challenging. “I couldn’t swallow and I knew something was wrong,” she says. “My doctor kept telling me it was inflammation.” When she went to get her esophagus stretched, the tragic mistake was found. The hardware used from the neck surgery had eroded through her esophagus, resulting in a life-or-death moment.

 

“I went to the University of Cincinnati Hospital at West Chester to the ER,” recalls Pamela. “It was insane. You wouldn’t believe how many teams of doctors were coming in. They were freaking out because they didn’t know what to do first. She was transported to the University of Cincinnati where she was told that only six people had undergone her surgery. Only half survived. At this time, which was during COVID, Pamela couldn’t hug her kids because she had been COVID tested and she was devastated. The emotional toll was taxing. The first surgery to repair her neck was unsuccessful, requiring another surgery on March 5, 2021. From March 5 – September 23, Pamela endured nine different surgeries or procedures, resulting in a feeding tube and being unable to eat or drink for nine months, complicated by an infection that resulted in being admitted back to the ICU.

 

“That was the only time I wanted to give up,” she says, “and I was still doing real estate.” Pamela had collapsed during a showing and decided to heed the words of her son Josh the day before, “You need to stop. We need you alive more than the people who need you to show homes.”

 

Pamela realized Josh was right and decided to prioritize her health. Her unwavering spirit and the support of her loved ones propelled her forward.

Today, Pamela enjoys great health, a thriving real estate business at Keller Williams Pinnacle Group, and a loving family. Reflecting upon her ordeal, Pamela says, “I was put through these things so I can help others.” A believer, she knows that it was part of God’s plan and purpose that she overcame the challenges that were presented to her.

 

“My health is great now,” she says. “My business has been great. Life is good. I have zero complaints.”

 

The mother of five sons, Pamela cherishes time with her husband John and her children: Josh Hasty, Kyle Hasty, Tony Socha, Alex Socha, and Kory Socha. Pamela is also blessed with two daughters-in-law, Lindsey Hasty and Cassie Hasty and one granddaughter, Noa Hasty.

Pamela's remarkable journey is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. Her ability to overcome adversity, find her true purpose, and inspire others is awe-inspiring. She concludes, “Helping people is my passion. That is the core of who I am. This is why these things happened. I went through these things to help inspire people.”