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Larry Harvell Obituary
March 26, 1951 - March 30, 2020
SOUTH BEND, IN - Larry William Harvell, 69, passed away March 30, 2020 in San Diego, CA. He was born March 26, 1951 in Trenton, TN to George and Mary (Green) Harvell. Larry graduated from Central High School in 1970 and was well known for playing basketball with the Central Bears. He graduated from Lewis University in Joliet, IL with a bachelor's degree. Larry will be fondly remembered for his affectionate smile, his high-spirited laugh, family trips to Tennessee, and fishing with his children. Left to cherish his memory are 2 sons: Isham Jarmel Harvell of Maryland & Kamil Harvell of San Diego, CA, a daughter, Shannon Harvell of San Diego, CA; brothers, Donald Harvell and Daryl Redding (Rose) of South Bend, IN; & sisters, Shirley Towles and Connie Hesiben of South Bend, IN, & Carol Johnson (Charles) of Schererville, IN. He was preceded in death by his parents and one son, Kashad Harvell. Larry had many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will miss him dearly. The family would like to thank everyone for their support and encouragement. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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Jim Garges
March 30, 2025
Best wishes to all your family. Larry and I went to Madison and Central and played basketball together. He was a great person and wonderful teammate. I hope all the family is doing well and keeping him in your thoughts. Jim Garges, Franklin, TN. Former Central Bear!
Katrina Wristpus-Rowland
October 10, 2022
This is my family, as a little girl I remember Donnie and Larry's names come up quite often, my great uncles' sons, George Harvell. I miss the good olde days visiting Trenton and family, the glue that held our family together was my great grandmother Willie bell Harvell.
90 Ln
April 7, 2020
I will never forget our crazy days at Central and Larry's great since of humor.Rest in peace my friend!,
Shirley Gorden
April 6, 2020
To the family of Larry, please look to God
Almighty for strength and comfort during your loss.
levon dickens
April 6, 2020
To the family I'am so sorry for your lost...........I went to high school with Larry..............He was a wonderful person! Levon Dickens...........
Paul and Sharon Dickens
April 5, 2020
To the Family of Larry, you all are in our Prayers.
May GOD comfort you all.
Audria Otterbridge-Carter
April 5, 2020
To the entire Family, my sincerest condolences are being sent across the miles. l will always remember Larry's brilliant smile and personality. I only regret that I did not know he lived only two hours away from me in California. He's in the best hands possible now...the Lord's...!
Audria Otterbridge-Carter
April 5, 2020
Karen
April 5, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mahlon Wise
April 5, 2020
Very sorry to hear of Larry's passing. My heartfelt condolences to all. We were classmates at Central and I was really looking forward to seeing him this summer at our Fiftieth Reunion.
Vanessa Hill
April 5, 2020
May the Lord give you Comfort & Peace during this time of Bereavement Family Larry had A Smile that could light up the World with Love!for you all❤❤❤
Larry DeFreeuw
April 5, 2020
Rest In Peace Larry..... will never forget that Hollywood smile.....The years have gone by too quickly......your fellow classmate and football team mate...Larry DeFreeuw, SB Central HS, Class of 1970.
Martha Williams
April 5, 2020
To The Harvell Family, Donnie, Please Accept My Sincere And Heartfelt Condolences At This Difficult Of Times, I Just Heard The Sad News Of Larry's Passing And Want You To Know That My Thoughts And Prayers Are With, Please Pass These Feeling Onto The Rest Of Your Family.
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