November 1, 1936 – February 14, 2024
Charles Eric Harvey passed away peacefully into the presence of his Saviour on February 14, 2024 at the age of 87.
Eric was born to the late Charles and Mildred Harvey on November 1, 1936. He was pre-deceased by his parents and siblings Lloyd (Dora), Margaret (Ernie Peverill), Dorothy (Ray Wyant), Marion (Vernon Day), Paul (Dora) and Linda Harvey. He is survived by his brother Harold, and many nieces and nephews.
He married Barbara Joan Elliott September 6, 1958, lived and farmed in Sunnidale Township until 1995 when they retired and moved to Stayner. Their youngest son Kevin took over the family farm. They had four children Sandra (Steve Weston), Gwen (Joel Gulley), Gary (Cindy) and Kevin (Cheryel). They have 9 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.
While still on the farm they used to travel a bit with friends Don and Audrey Buckingham. Although, farming was a 24/7 dedication for them.
Once retired they bought a 5th wheel trailer and travelled. They went out east twice as far as Newfoundland and through the upper USA. They went out west and up to Alaska. They went to Florida once and said it was not their cup of tea so they remained home most winters.
They faithfully attended the Stayner Evangelical Missionary Church and volunteered in many different capacities over the years. Eric was also a volunteer firefighter with the Sunnidale Department.
Even though Eric was retired from farming life you could not take the farm out of him. He was always talking about it.
Visitation will take place at the Carruthers and Davidson Funeral Home, 7313 Highway 26 in Stayner on Sunday, February 18 from 2-5pm.
A service will be held at the Stayner Evangelical Missionary Church, 202 Ontario Street on Monday, February 19 at 2pm with visitation one hour prior to the service. A reception will follow the service in the gymnasium of the church. A spring interment will take place at a later date.
The family would like to express their thanks to the wonderful staff at Creedan Valley Community Home for their compassionate care for Dad over the last few months. Also, a big thank you to the Stayner Evangelical Missionary Church for meals, visits, cards and prayers over the last while. We will be forever grateful for your love and concern for our parents. To sign Eric’s Book of Memories, please visit www.carruthersdavidson.com