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Richard Harvey Obituary
HARVEY, Richard Allen Lloyd (Dick) February 19, 1930 May 25, 2007 Now soaring with his beloved eagles Dad was born the youngest of eight children to George and Lily May Harvey in Winnipeg, Manitoba. His family moved to Vancouver to populate the west" when Dad was five. He used to ride his bike past the farms on South Granville Street to fish on the Fraser River. His life long love of the environment started there. Dad began his working life as a butcher at Woodwards in Vancouver. An avid fisherman and outdoorsman, he thought nothing of driving to Penticton on Saturday night and returning to work on Monday morning. Dad's love of the outdoors led him to a career with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans. After spending time on the Nass and Nimpkish Rivers, he worked his way up to become the first manager of the Big Qualicum River Salmonid Enhancement Project. Later he oversaw the start up of the Eagle River Hatchery near Malakwa. It was during his time at the Nimpkish that he met Kathleen Leyland on a blind date in Alert Bay. Two years later this English nurse would be his bride. Two daughters followed shortly afterwards. He was a handson" Dad long before it became standard behaviour. His other love was the natural world he lived in. He began a second career as a wildlife cinematographer. He made several educational 16 mm films including the award winning Living River". He also supplied stock footage to nature television and film programs from around the world including CBC's Nature of Things, BBC's Nature, the Discovery Channel and the National Film Board. He enjoyed spending a year traveling the province filming on behalf of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans. After retirement his photography career continued. He switched from 16 mm to digital cameras and concentrated on eagles, black bears and grizzly bears. His family expanded to include three beloved grandchildren of whom he was a doting Poppa" to. Dick is survived by his loving wife Kathleen, daughter Jane Harvey of Victoria, daughter Pauline Rankin, son-in-law Andrew Rankin and grandchildren Chloe, Hailey and Avery Rankin all of Courtenay. He is also survived by his sister Ruth Armstrong of Kamloops, many nieces and nephews, relatives and friends throughout the world. It seemed fitting that Dad died at home just around the corner from the Lorne Hotel where as newlyweds he and Mom would have a 10 cent beer on a night off from working on the Tsolum River. No service by request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dick's name to Comox Valley Hospice Society, (P.O. Box 3193, Courtenay, BC, V9N 5N4). Special thanks to Dr. Edward Howard, Dr. William Tinmouth and the nurses and caregivers from Home & Community Care. Memories and condolence messages for the family can be emailed to [email protected] To the grandchildren, Think of me as an echo Whispering softly down the ways Of happy times and laughing times And bright and sunny days" 372990
Memories and Condolences
for Richard Harvey
19 Entries
Marjorie Harvey Lenfesty
June 22, 2007
Aunt Kathleen, Jane, Pauline (& Andrew), Chloe, Haley & Avery:
I think I'm still in shock that Uncle Dick went so fast. I'm sorry he had so much pain. Had planned to visit in June. Glad I was able to talk to him & Kathleen in April. My parents (Dan & Lota) lived with my grandparents & 2 bratty young uncles, Dick (11) & Jimmy (15)when they married. We lived with them until my Dad built a house on E. 37th Ave. At 7 months, my first words were "Bad Dick!" Dick was just part of growing up. He could really tease. That Harvey sense of humour could be seen with a glint in his eye. As a preschooler, I remember when he used to draw & I thought his pencil was magical. He used to show Mickey Mouse, etc cartoons on a little projector. He visited us often even when we moved to Eagle Harbour & Abbotsford. He had a cute little Austin. We didn't see him quite so much when we moved to Penticton, but he came when he could. He was very fit & loved to swim. We lived at Abbotsford when I was 13. Because he loved to fish, I went on the highway roadsides & collected the tossed Sportsman cigarette packages & carefully cut out the picture of the ties which all had to be different. It took me ages to collect & glue them onto lined paper to make a booklet for him. Have no idea what he thought about it. Although, he had no problem having girlfriends, it took someone special for him to settle down. I'm glad they had children & grandchildren. Had a very hospitable visit with Dick & Kathleen in Qualicum Beach a few years ago. I could see why they loved their place so much. The artistic streak in him came out in his photography which will live on. Dick was a person who realized his dreams.
Omar Hunter Lenfesty
June 13, 2007
Uncle Dick, thanks for being there to pick me up. My memories of you will stay with me, but they will not be forgotten. Both you and your sister, Ruth, reminded me of my grandfather and kept his memory alive, long after he was taken too soon by cancer. Time shutters by in blinks of eyes - I did not expect you to go so soon, but who ever does? I fear with family spread so far apart, I rarely get to visit them - but I thank you for being part of my family.
Good night,
June 7, 2007
To Kathleen, Jane, Pauline & Family,
I was saddened to hear of Dick's passing. He was the most dedicated worker and family man that I have known. We will always remember his kindness and sense of humour.
Virginia Gurry & Family
Steve Gurry
June 6, 2007
My very deep condolences to all the family of 'Uncle Dick'. I have very fond memories of Dick, as a kid visiting the Harvey's in Qualicum with my Mom, Dad, and brother and sister. I remember Uncle Dick allowing us to throw fish food to the salmon fry which were in holding tanks, when he was at the Qualicum hatchery. We would all head up to their cabin on Horn Lake, swimming and boating with Jane and Pauline. All vivid happy memories. My Dad Gerry, an old fishing chum of Dick's, thought very highly of Dick, as did all of us. A very classy guy. I consider myself a better person for knowing him. While saddened at the news of his passing, I am sure he is now smiling as he glides above us all.
Gil & Lil Coupal
June 2, 2007
Please except our deepest sympathies.
Marlene & Gary Don
June 2, 2007
Our thoughts are with you all. Memories stay with us forever. Live, Love and remember.
Brian Schofield
May 31, 2007
Jane, Pauline and Mrs. Harvey - I'm sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I remember all the times up at the hatchery when he would show me the spawning channels and talk about the salmons' life cycle, and the times he helped me out when I brought school groups on field trips there. My main interest is photography, and I know I was inspired by the photographs I saw of your dad's. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Joan kotarski
May 30, 2007
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Fairfield Community Association.
David Shenton
May 30, 2007
Memories of Dick Harvey
Growing up and going to school in Vancouver, attending John Oliver and Sir Alexander Mackenzie.
The great times spent learning to skate at the Forum, all in vain.
You were a good bugler in the Sea Cadets, playing a mean Drunkard Sailor.
You always lent a hand to your Dad and Mom in the meat and poultry business.
Going to Swifts Meats on Water Street and then looking at all the ships in the harbour.
The trips to New Westminster in your Dad’s truck with the glass temperature gauge on the hood.
Your penchant for fishing. The Belly Winder Reel demo at the seawall, the line was a foot deep around your feet.
Working at Woodward’s meat department, me Friday and Saturday’s and you full time.
Eating at Skippers at Carrall and Hastings, best veal cutlet in town.
Pickled pigs feet at Dale’s Deli and taking them to the movie house to gnaw on.
The holiday at Britain River when my Dad sent you out in a skiff with a hand line tied to your ankle to catch a salmon for supper.
The relationship with Harkley and Heywood, oh how the lure of the fish had YOU hooked and you spent your life dedicated not only to your family but also your profession.
I still have a sore jaw from the boxing matches at the Orange Hall. You said I would not be a good boxer. I thought you were just jealous, I was wrong.
Thanks for all the memories of us two lads trying to mature, no matter what our mothers thought.
Friends who separated through distance and time will always have those memories forever.
When I come your way, grab my arm and say welcome, we have lots of catching up to do.
Alvin Harvey
May 30, 2007
Dear Auntie Kathleen, Jane and Pauline. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. I will always remember the summers that I had with Uncle Dick on Qualicuum.
Those memmoies will stay with me forever. He was always there for our family and for others and for that he will always have a place in my heart.
Love Alvin Harvey and Family
Mary Pasacreta
May 28, 2007
Dear Aunt Kathleen, Jane, Pauline, Andrew, Chloe, Haley & Avery
Our deepest condolences. The Armstrong family is thinking about you all. Uncle Dick will be greatly missed, he touched the lives of many people. Mom (Ruth Armstrong)& myself had a great visit with Dick in March 07. They shared alot of laughs & tears.
You are in peace now Uncle Dick, we'll see you on the other side one day! Your niece Mary Pasacreta Kamloops BC
Cliff Pardiac
May 27, 2007
To Kay and family. So sorry to hear of Dick`s passing on. I worked for Dick at Qualicum Hatchery in the late 60`s. He was a remarkable man and a good friend. MY condolences and prayers to all the family.
Lindsey Rankin
May 27, 2007
To Kay, Jane, Pauline & Andrew, Chloe, Halo & Avery
We just wanted you to know that we are thinking about you during this difficult time in your lives. May you feel comfort in the wonderful memories that you have with your Poppa, Dad, or Dick.
with love dd and the rest of the Eckers
Kathleen & Dick Harvey with daughter Pauline Rankin and nephew Alvin Harvey celebrate Dick's most recent birthday
May 27, 2007
Ken MacLeod
May 26, 2007
Uncle Dick was first and foremost a life-long champion of the environment and taught those of us who were privileged to be his relations and to rub shoulders with him the love of nature and the outdoors, a love and knowledge of fishing, and the value of the salmon resource. He was not deterred by bureaucracy and the politics of the day from upholding these goals. He had a strong influence on the production and protection of chum and coho stocks as manager of the Big Qualicum River Project which he ran from its inception in the early 1960s for the next 20 years. As a photographer, his work was exceptional, and in this area he also explored new techniques to capture the life cycle of salmon, particularly the Adams River and Horsefly sockeye runs. He possessed a keen mind with a perceptiveness and wisdom that was far beyond his years. He also had a deep interest in the welfare of others that translated into going the extra mile for people. He worked well with First Nations people and provided them with many opportunities for employment. He was an inspiration to all of us, an extremely hard and demanding worker, and a true friend. Thanks, Uncle Dick. We will miss you.
Uncle Dick - A Great Catch
May 26, 2007
Jim Harvey
May 26, 2007
Our deepest sympathy at the time of this loss. From Nephew Dan and family. Jim/(Kim)/Travis, Melody/(Guido)/Roxanne/Sabine, Candace/(Paul)
George MacLeod
May 26, 2007
Uncle Dick, you knew the environment,long before its fragility was of worth to others;you taught us how, that it took all of the small things had to be in place, to make things work. Respect and love for all living things. Four young nephews on sunrise fishing trips, the last bottle of coke; for the first fish caught, I think you had it every time. Helping with chores,payment"all the water we could drink". I still wonder about those Sasquatches,out in the Fraser Valley Hills.
There is so much that you have done, Thankyou from,"The Bottom of Our Hearts"
George&Cheryl MacLeod &Family
Eileen Landerkin Collins
May 26, 2007
The family moved from Manitoba, when Dick was young, therefore, I did not have the privilege of knowing this Cousin who had such a fruitful life. Our thanks to Cousin Ken for providing us on the Prairies with the story of Dick's wonderful life. Our Deepest Sympathy to the Family.
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