Iristeen Harvey

Iristeen Harvey obituary

Iristeen Harvey

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Sep

25

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3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Community of Hope Funeral Service

357 Hobbsville Rd, Hobbsville, NC 27946

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Sep

26

Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m.

Lebanon Grove Baptist Church

137 Carters Rd, Gatesville, NC 27938

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Iristeen Harvey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Community of Hope Funeral Service on Sep. 19, 2025.

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Iristeen Harvey, age 96, peacefully transitioned from this life on Wednesday September 17, 2025. She was born on November27, 1928, and over the course of her remarkable life, she became a shining example of Love, Faith, and Generosity.

Iristeen was a devoted mother and grandmother, whose greatest joy was found in the presence of her family. She loved them dearly and poured her heart into every moment spent with them. Known for her warmth and giving spirit, she lived a life of service and kindness, always putting others before herself. Whether it was her time, her wisdom, or a thoughtful gift, she delighted in blessing others. Iristeen was a woman who loved the Lord with all her heart and lived her faith in a way that was down-to-earth and inspiring.

To know Iris was to know a truly wonderful person. She will be remembered for her unconditional love, her joyful spirit, and her unwavering devotion to her family and to God.

A viewing and visitation will take place on Thursday September 25, 2025, at the funeral home from 3pm to 6pm.

A celebration of life service will take place on Friday September 26, 2025, 12 noon at Lebanon Grove Baptist Church.

Final resting place will be at the Lebanon Grove Church Cemetery.

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Upcoming Events

Sep

25

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Community of Hope Funeral Service

357 Hobbsville Rd, Hobbsville, NC 27946

Send Flowers

Sep

26

Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m.

Lebanon Grove Baptist Church

137 Carters Rd, Gatesville, NC 27938

Send Flowers

Only 4 days left for delivery to next service.