Kenneth Harvey
January 28, 1952 - May 08, 2024
Obituary
Kenneth “Ken” Paul Harvey, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend, of National City, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024, in Saginaw at the age of 72. The son of Richard and Lucille (Bechard) Harvey, Ken was born on January 28, 1952, in Detroit, Michigan. He married Barbara McEvoy on August 29, 1975, and together they shared 48 years of marriage, three wonderful sons, and four grandchildren.
Ken was a gifted and talented cabinet maker and owner of Harvey's Custom Cabinets in Oakland County. He shared his love of woodworking as an instructor at Kimball High School, Royal Oak, MI for over 18 years. Ken enjoyed many adventures with his sons as a leader with Boy Scout Troop 192 in Davisburg, MI. He loved camping, boating and fishing with family and friends and was an avid deer and turkey hunter.
Ken is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara; loving children, Kevin, Brian (Sheree), and Kurt; grandchildren, Sage Kenneth, Kyan, Aven, and Lily; siblings, Richard (Beth) Harvey and Robert (Debbie) Harvey; several cousins, nieces, and nephews he adored; and numerous wonderful friends. He was an outgoing storyteller who touched the lives of everyone he met with his ever persistent positivity, as well as his kind and generous spirit. Ken was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Pamela (the late Mike) Forrestall.
Honoring Ken's wishes, cremation has taken place. Please join us for a Celebration of Life to share your favorite memories on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at the Oakland County Sportsman Club, 4770 Waterford Road, Clarkston, MI 48346, where a luncheon will follow.
Memorials in honor of Ken may be made to the Ken Harvey Scholarship Fund, Davisburg Scout Troop 192, where Ken spent much of his time raising his sons and mentoring other boys as Scoutmaster. These funds will enable scouts to attend summer camp, who would otherwise be unable to participate.
For information, please call Fischer Family Funeral Services at (989) 755-8277. To express your condolences, please visit www.fischerfuneral.com.
Ken was a gifted and talented cabinet maker and owner of Harvey's Custom Cabinets in Oakland County. He shared his love of woodworking as an instructor at Kimball High School, Royal Oak, MI for over 18 years. Ken enjoyed many adventures with his sons as a leader with Boy Scout Troop 192 in Davisburg, MI. He loved camping, boating and fishing with family and friends and was an avid deer and turkey hunter.
Ken is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara; loving children, Kevin, Brian (Sheree), and Kurt; grandchildren, Sage Kenneth, Kyan, Aven, and Lily; siblings, Richard (Beth) Harvey and Robert (Debbie) Harvey; several cousins, nieces, and nephews he adored; and numerous wonderful friends. He was an outgoing storyteller who touched the lives of everyone he met with his ever persistent positivity, as well as his kind and generous spirit. Ken was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Pamela (the late Mike) Forrestall.
Honoring Ken's wishes, cremation has taken place. Please join us for a Celebration of Life to share your favorite memories on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at the Oakland County Sportsman Club, 4770 Waterford Road, Clarkston, MI 48346, where a luncheon will follow.
Memorials in honor of Ken may be made to the Ken Harvey Scholarship Fund, Davisburg Scout Troop 192, where Ken spent much of his time raising his sons and mentoring other boys as Scoutmaster. These funds will enable scouts to attend summer camp, who would otherwise be unable to participate.
For information, please call Fischer Family Funeral Services at (989) 755-8277. To express your condolences, please visit www.fischerfuneral.com.
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Annette Belisle
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Condolences to you Barbara and your Boys.Cherish all the memories of Kenny and our fun times in Florida!
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Beverly I.
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Beverly I. planted a grove of 3 Memorial Trees in honor of Kenneth "Ken" Harvey.
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Vinny and Sandy Schauer
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WE were blessed to know Ken and Barb. Ken lived through so many health problems, but always had such a positive outlook, a bright smile and great outlook on life. We will miss you Ken. RIP. God Bless.
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Barbara
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Our second Christmas together in 1973, we had been dating a little over a year, my father was battling cancer and my mother was too overwhelmed to decorate the house for the holiday. Ken picked me up for a date after work and was excited to go to my house. He had bought a small fully decorated, Christmas tree and wanted to go set it up for my parents. I knew that night I would be a lucky woman if I had the chance to marry him someday heart.
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Barbara Harvey
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Thank you Clay for this beautiful tribute.
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Clay Richard
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Mr. Harvey, as I knew him, was a tremendous man. He took over the role of Scoutmaster of my troop (Davisburg Troop 192) with big shoes to fill from the former Scoutmaster, and he did so with gusto, positivity and a true love for all things scouting. His passion was palpable, and I immediately trusted his vision for where he wanted our troop to go. I was a Boy Scout for many years, but I had stalled out as a Life Scout. A chronic procrastinator, I was happy being in scouts but not advancing to the highest level. "A lifer" they called me (playfully teasing), but when Ken took over he knew that I would ultimately be disappointed in myself if I didn't reach the rank of Eagle. His encouragement and mentorship was pivotal in my decision to put the work in to finally earn my rank of Eagle Scout. Together with the help of my family and the rest of my troop's support, he signed the final document needed to earn that rank days (literally) before I turned 18, and I will be forever grateful to him for that. I know that I wouldn't have done it without him. I'm deeply saddened to hear of his passing, and my heart goes out to Barb (who was also an essential member of the troop) and his sons Kevin, Brian and Kurt. Rest in peace Mr. Harvey. Your legacy lives on.