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John F. Harvey, 64, of Holden died Wednesday, October 2nd 2019 at home surrounded by his loving family, after a long courageous battle with cancer. John is survived by his wife of 43 years, Elizabeth E. (May) Harvey; four sons, John R. Harvey and his wife, Deanna of Wenham, Matthew C. Harvey and his wife, Gabrielle, Timothy P. Harvey and his wife, Cristina and Christopher J.J. Harvey all of Boston; his daughter, Cara E. Harvey and her fiancé, John Andreoli of Hoboken, NJ; his brother, Neil R. Harvey of Holden; two sisters, Eileen Perron and her husband, Daniel of Auburn and Sheila Fitzgerald and her husband, Timothy of Shrewsbury; two grandchildren, Emma and Luke Harvey and many nephews, nieces and cousins.
He was born in Worcester, the son of Raymond and Claire (Lynch) Harvey; and attended St. John's-Ascension Grammar School, St. John's High School, and Worcester Polytechnic Institute. John for many years energetically led the family business Francis Harvey and Sons, Inc. He was a member of St. John's Church and served as past-president of Holden Youth Soccer. While at St. John's High School and WPI he was a member of their football teams, a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity at WPI, and was named a Distinguished Alumnus at St. John's in 1999. In 2009, Wachusett Regional High School Theater Guild named him Parent of the Year. His greatest joy was spending time with family and friends, especially by the ocean.
John by nature was a giving man, and after his diagnosis could be found supporting and mentoring other patients at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute. The family expresses their heartfelt thanks and gratitude to Dr. Paul Richardson and his dedicated team for the loving care they provided.
His funeral is Saturday, October 5th from O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue with his funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. in St. John's Church, 40 Temple Street. Calling hours are Friday, October 4th from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Flowers may be sent or memorial contributions may be made to St. John's Food Pantry, 20 Temple Street, Worcester, MA 01604, St. John's High School, 378 Main Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545 or the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215.
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Carol Allen
May 23, 2020
To Lisa and John's lovely family:
I was deeply saddened upon learning of John's passing. He was so gracious through good times and difficult times and always kind and understanding. John did so much for me. I will always remember him for that. I have often thought of him with fond memories of my days at FHS 141.
To all of John's family, please accept my deepest condolences.
Carol
Carol Allen
May 23, 2020
To Lisa and all in John's lovely family whom
I have had the pleasure of knowing and respecting throughout my tenure at FHS 141 Dewey, I extend my profound sadness at John's passing.
He was a such a strong, independent and kind and generous man. He had to be to put up with me!
I have thought of him often since I left the company and received this information recently with great sadness.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
May 13, 2020
To all who have written here, thank you very much for your kind words of sympathy. God Bless!
- John Harvey Jr.
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Evelyn Rafferty
May 4, 2020
Dear Harvey Family, We only have good memories of your family living across the street on Vega Lane. Lisa, so sorry for your loss. We are in Flowery Branch, GA and doing all right. We are here praying for all of you. John was a good man. Loving prayers and sympathy, Jack & Evelyn Rafferty
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October 8, 2019
To the Harvey family, our heartfelt condolences on the loss of a great man.
John will always be remembered as a loving family man and a dedicated employer to all that worked for him. May he rest in eternal peace.
Brian J. Pastor
Monica Abdella
October 4, 2019
Our deepest sympathy to the Harvey family on the sad passing of John. He was truly a gentleman and proud of his family. We are sorry his final journey was so painful for him and his family. We hope happy memories will comfort all of you during this sad time. Our prayers are with you. The Honorable Charles and Monica Abdella
Michael Hanks
October 4, 2019
It is a sad day to hear of your loss.
My most heartfelt sympathies and condolences.
October 4, 2019
Eileen, Sheila and family... My sympathy on your loss.
Suellen Ford
October 4, 2019
Sor sorry to hear about your father's passing. It's never easy, but remember that you now have your own saint watching over you and yours. Talk to him every day.
Love and prayers, Mrs. B., SJHS
Katie May
October 3, 2019
The world lost a wonderful man. Much love to my family.
Dr. & Mrs. Timothy Hoffman
October 3, 2019
May your family find comfort in the Faith And may John Rest In Peace.
Lisa and family, unfortunately, I will be at a conference until Saturday. I will be there in spirit.
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