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James V. Harvester

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James Harvester Obituary

HARVESTER, The Rev. James V., retired U.S. Army colonel, was born August 9, 1921, in Meridian, Miss., and passed in Tampa July 19, 2005. He served in the U.S. Army 1940-1970. He graduated from Hillsborough High School in 1938, Florida Southern College, Emory University School of Divinity and George Washington University. He pastored at local churches in Elfers (Asbury), Lake Magdalene and Thonotosassa. He was a member of Ybor City Rotary Club. He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Harvester. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Grace Harvester; four sons, James V. Harvester, Bryan Allen Harvester, Charles "Buck" Harvester and Eric T. Harvester; daughter, Paulette Harvester Lawton; one sister, Mary Elizabeth Whatley; 18 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday at Seminole Heights United Methodist Church with interment following at Lake Carroll Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Friday at th e funeral home, 3207 W. Bearss Ave. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Seminole Heights United Methodist Church, Florida Southern College or Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C.

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Published by TBO.com on Jul. 21, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for James Harvester

15 Entries

Rick Harvester

August 12, 2005

To all of us who loved him, he was dad, or Pop, Reverend Harvester, Colonel Harvester, Chaplain Harvester. He knew so many, helped so much, was always there for anyone who needed him.

As the black sheep, or prodigal son, if you prefer, I found this out more than anyone. I have had so many struggles in my life, and yet he was always there. He would suggest solutions, give advice, or tell me when I did things the wrong way, however he never expected me to follow his path. Whenever I was in trouble, and that was a lot, he always stood there beside me. He loved me for me. I never saw that so much as all the times that I went to visit him at the nursing home. He and I would have our private conversations and he would always ask if there was anything I needed. I couldn't believe that he would ask before I could ask him. I wanted so much to do for him, as he had always done for me. And yet, here he was, still asking if there was anything he could do.

I know that I wasn't the only one that he said these things to, and yet he made me feel like I was.

Dad, I will miss you terribly. I only hope that I can live the rest of my life like you lived yours. That I can be to my children and grandchildren what you were to yours. If, when my time comes, these same kind words are said of me I will know that I have succeeded in some small measure. That I have finally learned at least some of the lessons that you tried to teach me.

Dad, I will miss the times we had together,the shared interests, our love of history, baseball and the Buccaneers. But most of all I will miss talking to you, learning about our family, and sharing with you about mine.

I Love You,

Rick

Stephanie Ritz

August 12, 2005

In my own thoughts:

I remember growing up as a kid looking up to this tall man we all called Pop. He stood before all of us with great stature, a true man of his word and the forgiveness only a grandfather can have. He gave us what we needed, never too much, never too little. We all respected him for the man he was and for the support he gave. He treated all of us with respect, never giving more to one than he did the other. With as many grandchildren and great grandchildren he had, he knew that he would have quite the task on his hands keeping track of all of us. He always made sure to do what he could, to be at special events, birthday parties, graduations and performed many of our weddings.

I never realized until the day he left us just how much of an influence my grandfather had on not only his family but the community as well. He was an inspiration to many and loved by all. He reached out to his family, to his community and to God and was truly an inspiration. He affected all us in ways that will live with us for the rest of our lives. We are truly better people for having him as part of our life and as our grandfather.

He was truly an inspiration, a man among few of great men that have lived. The deep impact that he had on my life will never be explained in words.

He is home now….

Carolyn Harvester - Camacho

August 3, 2005

This message is not to the family, God bless them all in there time of need, But to the greatest man I knew, POP. Pop in my life I have had ups and downs, but you never judged. I didn't always take your advice, but you never judged. I didn't always do right for my self or my family, but you never judged. You always made me feel like I could conquer the world, and be or do anything, I love you for that. Thank you for the advice not taken. thank you for the guidence not followed. thank you for not judging my path. And thank you for showing me the right path. But most of all thank you for being you, the one person I could be me with. I love you always and forever until we meet again.

Carolyn

Ken & Melody Lemons

August 3, 2005

There are never the right words to express the sorrow felt when someone loved so passes. There is always that last thing you wished you had said or done if you'd only had one more day with them. We wish the family our deepest sympathy and lots of happy memories.

Bill and Eileen Nystrom

July 28, 2005

Our sincere condolances to grace and family. We will all miss the loving cheerful thoughful minister of SHUMC. He was a rock in a time of storms.

Leo Conrad

July 23, 2005

To Allen:

Oh Allen, what can I say that will make this loss less painfull. I knew your dad, he was one of the real people on this planet. Allways there for us and allways listened. It is a very sad day, and I hope that, with God's infinite love, will care for him, and comfort you in this time of bereavement. Leo C

Gerri Slaton

July 22, 2005

Buck:

Your friends here at Facilities Management, have kept your father and your family in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.

Gerri Slaton

Dorothy Zellers

July 21, 2005

Grace & Family,our heart goes out to all of you.

We loved Jim and we'll all miss him. I'll never forget Grace the day you met him. We were standing waiting for a bus or streetcar in downtown Tampa when Jim drove up and offered us a ride home. The rest is history. We love you and all the good times we had together.

Love, Dorothy & Buddy

tiffany harvester

July 21, 2005

POP, i will miss you so much. thank you for all you have done for me and the kids. we love you

tiffany, lennon james and devin michael

Cary Orlowski

July 21, 2005

Uncle Jim has always had a very special place in my heart, any time you were in his presence you could always fill his strenght and love. Words cannot describe the sarrow I feel for Aunt Grace and their family. He was a wonderful person. I will never forget you Uncle Jim!!

Mary Whatley

July 21, 2005

My dearest brother, I will miss you very much. You've been a guiding light that everyone turns to, now you'll be guiding us from heaven. You've been more than my "big brother", you've been my friend. I love you.

To Grace and the rest of the family, know that I share your sorrow in this time of loss, yet I also share in the joy he brought to our lives.

Vern and I want to express our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences.

Love, Mary

delores grear earl

July 21, 2005

To the Harvester Family

Your Dad was a wonderful person and a great minister we will mis him dearly my heart and thoughts are with you all at your time of sorrow may God richly bless all of you forver...

Kathlyn Lee

July 21, 2005

I know Uncle Jim is watching over us all from above. He loved the Lord, his wife and his children. He was always there when anyone needed him. What I will miss the most about Uncle Jim is his voice - I loved to hear him speak. His voice was full, rich and resonant. He knew something about almost everything and could entertain you for hours.

My heart and prayers go out to all of you at this time.

Love,

Pete

Allen Harvester

July 21, 2005

Dad, you will be truly missed and are greatly loved by everyone. Your guidance, support and love have always been strong. Thanks for all the cherished memories.

Gwen Smith

July 21, 2005

On behalf of the Port Tampa United Methodist Church, I would like to extend prayers and sympathy on the loss of your loved one. Rev. Harvester was a very caring person.

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