Richard Alexander Harvey

Richard is greatly missed by me. I still think of his kindness and generosity and how much he helped my career and who I am as a person. I wish he was still here to speak and share with. Many good memories.

It is hard to believe how much time has passed since the loss of Richard Harvey, because I can still see him and hear his voice guiding me gently to approach his level of didactic skill. I shall always be grateful for our collaboration and for his friendship.

Richard was one of the most important people in my professional life. I first met him in 1982 and was overwhelmed by his interest in teaching students in a most memorable manner. He honored me by permitting me to contribute to one of his many textbooks, but, above all, he interacted with me in the most inspiring and collegial manner. At our medical school (Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School) he remains an icon among its educators. His influence has made me a much more effective...

Greatness such as Richards lasts and lasts, as does my gratitude for his being part of my life.

Working with Richard Harvey was and continues to be among my most important activities in 40 years (so far) of being on the voluntary faculty at Rutgers Medical School. His confidence in me completely changed my career, when he invited me to be an author of the Lippincott's Microbiology volume. Working with him was altogether an honor and a privilege, and a true pleasure. He never made me feel rushed and always found something good to say about my work. We shared a couple of lunches...

Richard, along with Pamela Champe, took a chance and included me in their writing team for LIR Biochemistry, a collaboration that lasted through the last five editions of the book.
Richard was the consummate professional and I learned much from him about biochemistry, writing, and editing. I am so grateful to have known and worked with him. My sincerest condolences to his family.

Richard was my cousin and my friend. I enjoyed the time I spend with him very much. He was always very kind and generous to me. We lost track of each other over the years, but two years ago, he contacted and visited my brother, Gene Pack, and Gene told him how to contact me. Richard and I exchanged e-mails, photographs and other things important to our families. I am grateful for this renewed, although limited contact. I send my sincerest condolences to Marilyn, other family members and all...

One of the most rewarding and exciting aspects of my career is having worked with Richard on the microbiology volume in the Lippincott's Illustrated Reviews textbook series. He was utterly brilliant and a true visionary. With all that he achieved he was always modest and always set an example of gentleness for all of us to follow. Literally millions of lives are better because of Richard's work as a scholar, educator, and author. My sincere hope is that Marilyn and his children will be...

I have worked with Richard for many years on medical publication and presentation projects. I am extremely sad about the news of Richard's passing. Yet still what he has accomplished and has done for others will live on for many years. His life and giving to others is quite inspiring and encouraging. Thank You Richard. - Michael Cooper