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Gerald W. Harvey

1938 - 2015

BORN

1938

DIED

2015

Gerald Harvey Obituary

Gerald W. Harvey SAN DIEGO -- On Wednesday, August 5, 2015, Gerald W. Harvey went home to be with the Lord. He was 76 years old. Gerald, known as "Harv" to many friends, was born in 1938 in Sherman, Texas, to Roxie (Elmore) and Carl Harvey. As a young child, his family moved to San Diego and made it their home. Gerald was a faithful servant to all around him, never hesitating to help anyone in need. He was known for striking up conversations with everyone he met, everywhere he went. After retiring from a 38-year career with Sears, he followed his passion to create, building model windmills and an eclectic garden that includes a waterwheel, antiques, a water tower and a life-size windmill set among beautiful flowers and unusual plants. He also enjoyed traveling and was a faithful member of Pacific Hope Church. Gerald is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 55 years, Madalyn (Moore), daughters and sons-in-law, Lori and Thom Lamb, and Jill and Guillermo Tomaszewski, his sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Bob Bream, four grandchildren, many extended family members, neighbors, and countless friends. He was predeceased by his parents, and his brother, Billy Ray Harvey. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pacific Hope Church or to a charity of your choice. A Celebration of Life will be held at Pacific Hope Church.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Aug. 16, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Harvey

14 Entries

Phil and Donna

August 10, 2025

TEN Years!... and it seems like yesterday that we were just hanging out and laughing with you, Madalyn and other "Bucs".... miss the fun we had but love the great memories. Rest well!!

Donna and Phil

August 10, 2024

Gerald,
Hope to see you and the other Bucs up there!
Donna and Phil

Donna and Phil

August 10, 2021

Gone but never forgotten!

Phil/Donna Scott

August 10, 2019

Gerald Harvey = Fun memories and huge smiles! RIP, Gerald!

August 27, 2015

I just found out about Mr Harvey,s passing today. I am deeply saddened. He was a mentor and a great teacher. I learned refrigeration from him. My condolences to his family. Bruce Holbrook

August 18, 2015

I miss you Harv. No more sitting in the garage making windmills, drinking beer or being able to call you and you were always ready to help Shirley or I or in fact anybody who needed help.
Your rust will always be a reminder of your life.
God bless You, Madalyn, Jill, Lori and all the rest of the family

Paul and Shirley Doster

August 17, 2015

Sorry for your loss a great guy! We need more Geralds in the world. God Bless,
Glenn Gechter

Carolyn (Maydole) Hoard

August 17, 2015

Madalyn, I was so sorry to see the obit yesterday - what sad news for you and your family, my condolences to you all - I include Mary and family also.

August 16, 2015

I am so saddened to read of Harv's passing in today's paper. I have so many wonderful memories of being a close neighbor to the Harveys for 14 years on Lake Ben Ave. Harv was always so friendly, with a smile on his face and passing out helpful tips with any appliances, whether they were from Sears or not. He and Madalyn were the GREATEST couple, and I always held them up as an example of two people REALLY in love and dedicated to each other and their daughters. I will always remember those happy times. I send Madalyn, Lori, Jill and their families lots of love and my heart, thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Andrea Silva

August 16, 2015

Dear Madalyn, Many years have gone by, but I still remember fondly our friendship and the good times we had together. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Gerald was a fine man and I know you will miss him terribly. Take comfort from the love and the joy of the past. Sincerely, Lili Fago Wood. ( We live in Seattle now)

Brenda Nirenstein

August 16, 2015

Madalyn, Lori & Thom and Jill & Guillermo,

I'm sorry to hear of Gerald's passing. I know that my parents had some great times and a wonderful memories over the years with the Harvey's and Buccaneers. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief and in the days ahead.

Brenda Clark Nirenstein

We love and miss you grandpa!

Andrew & Ben Tomaszewski

August 16, 2015

Phil/Donna Scott

August 16, 2015

Dear Harveys,
Just another great memory - Gerald, Bill and Phil were transporting a giant truck tire to the brand new Palisades Preschool playground when it kept rolling down the steep hill into the canyon. The funniest part was that they did this same thing more than once!
Gerald was always willing to "walk the talk". Wonderful times! Wonderful guy.
Donna and Phil

Phil and Donna Scott

August 16, 2015

Dear Madalyn, Lori and Jill,
We are so sorry to hear of Gerald's passing and will long remember him as a wonderful, fun-loving man. His laugh was contagious and his calming demeanor was always present. What a caring and loving man - it was a joy spending time with your family.
Thank you for sharing him with us!
Donna and Phil Scott

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