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Nelson gave his life to Christ at an early age. He was an active and faithful member of First Baptist Church East End and served with the Men's Chorus, the Young Adult Choir and the W.M. Brown Gospel Choir.
He graduated from Ferguson High School in Newport News, then went on to further his education at Thomas Nelson Community College in Hampton and Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center in Staunton, Va. Nelson was employed at Fort Eustis, as a student trainer technician for the Army Training Support Center, until his retirement in July 2007.
Nelson is survived by three brothers, Nathaniel Harvey of Moreno Valley, Calif., Warren Harvey of Hampton, Va., and Jesse Harvey (Cheryl) of Hampton; and one sister, Earlene Harvey Overton (Albert) of Portland, Ore. He is also survived by three aunts, Vashti Pittman Davis of Baltimore, Md., Eartie Pittman Watson of Orange, N.J., and Naomi Pittman Harris of Baltimore; a special cousin, Barbara J. Hughes of Weldon, N.C.; and a host of nieces, nephews, godchildren, family and friends.
Viewing will be held from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601-27th Street, NN, VA 23607. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, at First Baptist Church East End, 3000 Jefferson Ave.,, NN,VA 23607. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent to www.cookebros.com View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nelson Harvey
Annette McCullough
November 12, 2009
To the Harvey's Family,
I wish to extend my heatfelt sympathy to you all of you. I feel and understand your pain because I too lost my sister on the 22nd of October. The fond memories I have of my sister has been a strenghten aide for me as the memories of your brother will help to ease the sorrow. May all of you find comforts from the scriptures which teaches us of God's promise for all mankind the privilege of being in his memory.
Teresa Dawson
November 2, 2009
Harvey and Pittman Family,
As you all know,people come into your life for a reason,a season,or a lifetime.
I met Nelson back in 1984 by way of cousin,Judy Ann. I felt like I had known him all of my life. His sweet smile and affectionate laugh always warmed my spirit. I will miss him dearly. He had a way of always making me feel special.
Much Love,
T.
November 1, 2009
Jesse, Cheryl and Family,
Please accept my sincere sympathy on the loss of your brother. Do take comfort in the love of God and the precious memories of your brother.
Gloria Moore Morgan
Springfield, VA
Huntington High School of 1967
Artis Johnson
October 30, 2009
Jesse, Cheryl and the entire Harvey Family,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences as you mourn your beloved brother, Nelson. But may your faith in God and His promise of everlasting life be a source of joy to you as you remember your lives together. I shall keep you in my prayers.
Peace and much love.
October 28, 2009
May God continue to bless and keep you during your loss. Harvey will truly be missed.
Much love,
Cousin Yvonne & The Chandler Family
Vanessa Davis
October 28, 2009
Cheryl, Jessie, and the Harvey Family,
May your hearts be lightened by the memories of the good times. Sorry for your loss.
Betty Brandon
October 28, 2009
To Jessie, Cheryl and the entire Harvey family; at times like this it is almost difficult to know what to say to comfort the family. Know that GOD is always there, he will never leave you. But know this, that people that love you are praying for you and with you. It is always difficult to lose a love one but may his memories always stay in your heart, mind and spirit.
Betty Stokes Brandon
Huntington Class of 1967
James CHEEK
October 28, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lloyd Barner
October 28, 2009
The Class shares your sorrow,
The Class is sad-and yet There's so much to remember-So much to never forget. We are thinking of you with Loving Sympathy.
The Last Sophomore Class of Huntington High School.
Jessen Marrow
October 27, 2009
Earlene, Jesse, Warren & Nathaniel,
Although another earthly link is missing from our family chain, may you find comfort and hope in God's eternal promise during this difficult time. Nelson's smiling face and sunny personality will be truly missed.
With deepest condolences,
Mrs. Jessen Pittman Marrow & family
Gloria Daniels
October 27, 2009
I was so sorry to hear about your loss.
But always remember God don't make no mistake. Nelson was a very sweet and careing person and now he is resting with his loving parents. May God bless the family.
Rosalyn Jones-Washington
October 27, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Nelson. I had the pleasure of meeting him several years ago through Davida and Kay-Kay. I hadn't seen him in awhile, but I remember that smile. May GOD be with you.
Anna Whalen
October 27, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of this wonderful man. Nelson was an inspiration to everyone he came in contact.He will sorely be missed.
Belinda Taswell
October 26, 2009
To the Family of Nelson Harvey,
My deepest sympathy to you in the loss of Dear Nelson. He was such a kind person. Nelson will always be fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him. May God bless you with peace and comfort during this difficult time.
October 26, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief. May his spirit live forever within the hearts of all who knew him.
Valerie Martin
"Last Sophomore Class of HHS"
Cindy Robinson
October 26, 2009
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Nelson at ATSC and he had a beautiful smile and I loved his laugh. He was the type of guy you could talk to about anything and he was so positive! :) He will be missed, terribly. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Larry Davis
October 26, 2009
Jessie, Cheryl, and members of the family, I extend to you my condolences. I appreciate the spirit that was your brother. I recall witnessing his ever present smile and hellos. It was always inspirational to me as was Big Bro Jessie's devotion and concern that reflected. My condolences and return of his greetings and smiles.
Willa Lewis
October 26, 2009
I am very sorry for your loss. I worked with Nelson for a long time at ATSC and he will surely be missed. Wishing you and family strength to sustain you during this difficult time, and may you be comforted by loving memories of Nelson. With deepest sympathy.
Davidsinia Jones
October 26, 2009
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Angie Thomas
October 26, 2009
To Nelson's Famiily...
With golden shimmering wings, Nelson is able to fly freely with God’s angels and experience the exquisite realm of the absolute
~Ancient Rendezvous~
when the extraordinary experience arrives
that a spirit is living free,
confusing emotions are felt
created by the physical absentee
of that special someone
causing the mind to wonder why
a sadness must grip the heart
producing tears to cry
connecting with those memories
that rain within the spirit’s core
grasping understanding
to courageously explore
the essence of purpose
for which all spirits exist
which has become a curious search
that continues to persist
leading to a glow of enlightenment
shining within the heart
absorbing the vast knowledge
of those spirits who depart
and pass on an ancient wisdom
to carefully listen to inner clues
revealing that life continues forever
through these beautiful rendezvous
Annette Purvis
October 26, 2009
I worked with Nelson at ATSC until he retired about 3 years ago. He was a great friend with a big smile for everyone. His infectious laughter often filled the office, making the work day a little brighter. My prayers are with his family. He was loved. He will be missed.
Sherrie Dimon
October 26, 2009
I worked with Nelson at Ft Eustis for many years. He will be sorely missed! My heart goes out to Nelson's family in this sad time. You all are in my prayers.
Fred & Helen Evans
October 26, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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