Harvey A. Ivey, Sr.

Mr. Harvey A. Ivey, Sr., age 80, of Utica, went home to be with the Lord when he passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2008 at Rome Memorial Hospital with his loving daughter by his side. Born in Commerce, Georgia on April 18, 1928, Harvey was the son of the late Harvey and Esther Ivey. He was raised and educated in Georgia and later relocated to New York. He met and married the former Ethel Mae Rochelle who passed away in 1981; they were a well-matched couple who enjoyed each other and the life they built together. Harvey was a professional painter by trade, employed by numerous contracting companies for 35 years until his retirement. He was a hard-working man, meticulous in his craft. Among his personal attributes, he was a gentle and respectful man whose mannerisms won him the affection of others. His great sense of humor, laughter and joy filled his soul and his smile will remain in the memory of his loved ones. His family was the pride of his life, but he always held a place in his heart to love others as well. He was a man who knew Jesus and honored his commitments of faith and brotherly love. Blessed with generations of family members, he looked forward to weekly gatherings with his loved ones. A sportsman by nature, he enjoyed watching sporting events, especially boxing with his son, Harvey, Jr. Harvey took daily walks which was a favorite pastime and form of socialization. Harvey is survived by his children and their families: Virginia M. and Daniel Watkins of Herkimer, Harvey A. Jr. and Betty Ivey of Utica, Joshua and Judy Ivey of Albany, James and Melissa Walker, Dorothy “Ruthie” and John Spratt, and Benjamin Walker, all of Utica, and his son-in-law, Johnny Lee Reed. Surviving are a host of grandchildren, including Latwanya and Ryan Cool, Aaron Brown, Celeste Brown, Jeffery McNeil and Rachael; Lorraine Rayton, Herschel Allen Ivey, and Marcus Reed; and many great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 grandchildren, Daniel G. Watkins, and Joshua Lamar Brown; a daughter, Sadie Ann Walker and her son Derek Reed. Harvey was born to a family of 4 children which included his twin brother, Horace Ivey, who survives him. In addition, he leaves his nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and in-laws. The family extends heartfelt appreciation to Rome City Hospital Second Floor, and the Loretto Utica Center for the care and compassion offered to Harvey and his family. Visitation will be held Saturday, September 13th from 12-2 at the Greater Highway Deliverance Temple, 1705 Whitesboro St. in Utica. Harvey’s Going Home Celebration will commence at 2:00 at the Temple immediately upon the conclusion of visitation. Services of comfort have been entrusted to the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave.

Harvey A. Ivey, Sr.

April 18, 1928 - September 6, 2008