Ila Harvey Obituary
Ila Lou Harvey, 81, of North Lawrence, Ohio, passed away May 13, 2025. She was born on December 12, 1943 to the late Everett and Faye Caldwell.
Ila worked as a Registered Nurse until her retirement. She enjoyed painting, quilting, and sewing in her free time. She also attended Anchor Baptist Church for many years.
In addition to her parents, Ila is preceded in death by her loving husband, Larry Harvey, who passed in 1992; son, Brad Harvey, who passed in 2020; sisters, Jo Mullins, Thelma Conn, Shirley Beavers, and Carolyn Smith; and brothers, Everett Caldwell Jr., Jim Caldwell, Tom Caldwell, and Ed Caldwell.
Ila is survived by her daughter, Pamela (Scott) Gainey; grandchildren, Joe, Ryan, and Adam Gainey; sister, Peggy Blair; brother, Roger (Margaret) Caldwell; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Monday, May 19, 2025 at Paquelet & Arnold-Lynch Funeral Home.
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