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BORN
1940
DIED
2020
Harvey Haverstock Obituary
Harvey was born January 22, 1940, in Melville, SK, to loving parents, Henry and Rheta (Knuckey) Haverstock. They moved to Richmond in 1954, where to this day was home. Graduating from Richmond High was the highlight of his school years, and Harvey was proud that his two children also graduated from Richmond High.
Harvey enjoyed a long career with CPAir and Canadian Airlines. His last 15 years of work were with Computer Services, where he traveled to many parts of the world and loved every experience. However, his favorite vacation spot was Waikiki, Hawaii.
Harvey was the most forgiving, non-critical person; he was kind, gentle, and loved by all who knew him. Harv always put others first and did everything possible to help others. He will be remembered for his passion for cutting grass, washing cars, and solely decorating the family Christmas tree - a tradition that started when he was 15 years old. He loved his city, his neighbours, and neighbourhood. He loved hockey and never gave up hope for his Canucks to win the Stanley Cup.
Harvey was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Marlene Walton; and sister-in-law, Alice Haverstock. Harvey leaves his cherished, beloved wife, Heidi, who was his best friend of almost 54 years. Harvey is also survived by his two children, Todd (Yvonne) and Tania (Chris), who were his pride and joy; and his four loved grandchildren, Nathan, Sam, Aimee, and Sage. He also leaves behind his brother, Gerry; brother-in-law, Bud; and brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Erich and Elsie Penner. He has countless friends, cousins, nephews, and nieces that he deeply loved.
We will be forever grateful for the support and care we have received from our family and friends. We want to pay tribute to the pastoral team (Chris, Rachel, and Deb) and our church family "Church on Five" who were always ready to help and encourage. Our homegroup was amazing.
We wish to further thank the Richmond Palliative Care staff for the love and care they provided not only to Harvey in the last 4 days of his life, but also to his family. Special thanks to Dr. Yun, Dr. Nguyen, and Dr. Chang.
When permitted the family will travel to Waikiki for a service and his ashes will be spread in the ocean in honor of Harvey's wishes.
Harvey stated that "cancer was not going to take his life. The Lord was just taking him home." This statement was tangible in those last few hours of his life; God's presence was felt in his room. Harvey told his family, "Don't be sad, I have lived life to the fullest, I have no regrets and couldn't be more proud of my family I leave behind."
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to either the Church on Five's benevolence fund or the Frasier Valley Gleaners Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for Harvey Haverstock
13 Entries
Brian Elgar
February 7, 2023
Harvey was one of the best of all supervisors that I worked under at CP AIR cargo, YVRFFCP Brian Elgar station attendant 39 years, Rest in peace Harvey
Bernie and Sylvia
November 23, 2020
To Heidi and family, very sad news indeed. Bit late posting this as we just heard to news. Without Harvey the deck on the Waikiki Banyan will be a lonely place in the future. Enjoyed the multiple times engaging with Harvey since 2006 including watching the odd slow pitch game in the annual airline softball tournament in the park.
Bernie & Sylvia
Mike Richards
July 4, 2020
Heidi, Todd & entire family .. I know that this is a little bit late ... but, seeing the note from the Eggett family, I feel compelled to add a note of my own ... I first met both Harvey & Wayne in early '69 at YVRFFCP and I couldn't have worked with a more fabulous couple of people than them ... I will forever consider Harvey one of a very few experienced colleagues that didn't consider himself to be above or beyond anybody else in the office ... Harvey helped me tremendously and I will never ever forget his assistance .. later I felt privileged to call him a good friend .. RIP Harvey .. Mike & Sue Richards
Annemarie Reimer
June 5, 2020
Heidi,
My deepest condolences! I am so sorry I never knew your dear husband but just one look at his shining face and I can see the truth of the many wonderful tributes.
May you find peace and solace in such knowledge and the long loving life you shared.
Carol Reichert
May 31, 2020
Heidi, Todd and Tanya, you were blessed to share life with such a wonderful man. Harvey was a dear friend and I am going to miss him. Full of kindness and always ready to help. He gave me his old lawnmower and I shall treasure it in the years to come.
Claudette Anrude
May 31, 2020
A wonderful, beautiful person that touched my life for a short time.
The H&H couple that shared and helped everyone they came across.
A respectful, loving, gentleman. I will miss his bear hugs. I know that Harv is
with Jesus and out of pain. Much love & peace to Heidi and family.
Louis Bergerman
May 26, 2020
Heidi, Todd, Tanya and family. We think and pray for you every day. I used to help Harvey load up his truck from Todd and Yvonnes lot and take it to the end of the lake. When we finished i was tired but Harvey wasnt. We then scooped a couple of Todds beer and discussed how to keep the squirrel out of the trailer.
Linda Eggett
May 26, 2020
Heidi, Todd and Tania, so sorry to hear of your loss. We have been given the gift to remember, a chamber to store them in. Hold all your precious memories close to your heart always and forever...my heart and thoughts are will all of you.
Linda Eggett
Nancy Toogood
May 25, 2020
Harvey was the kind of person who made you feel better just by being around him. His easy-going manner and his sense of humour made for great company. I know how much Harv loved his Canucks, his Hawaiian vacation spot, his lawnmower, his classic car and his home improvement shows on TV. But most of all; his family and his beloved wife Heidi. Our warmest thoughts and our prayers are with Heidi and all of the Haverstock family during this time. - Nancy and Rick
Deb Judas
May 24, 2020
Harvey was a positive, steady and encouraging man. He and Heidi have been a wonderful support to my husband and I in ministry at our church. He will be missed, but we know he is now healthy and free of cancer and we will meet again one day. Our prayers are with Heidi and their whole family as they grieve the loss of Harvey.
Mary Martens
May 23, 2020
A True friend, very respectful and the greatest gentleman. Always ready to help anyone in need. Will miss him.
Love & Prayers to Heidi & family.
Jackie Schell (nee McNeil)
May 22, 2020
Went to General Brock elementary school till grade 8 with Harvey and sister and brother. Moved to Richmond in 59 would bump into Harvey many times throughout the years. So sorry for your loss.
Terry Rose
May 21, 2020
Really going to miss sitting down having a drink with Harvey at Lake Tyee. This of course after I watched him work on Todd and Yvonnes lot for hours. Our condolences to the Haverstock family. R.I.P. Harv. You will truly be missed. Marcus, Danielle, Margo and Terry.
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