John Parker “Harv” Harvey (1946-2025)

John Parker “Harv” Harvey, 79, of New Swickley Township, passed away on August 2nd, 2025.

John was born in Latrobe, Pennsylvania on March 25th, 1946. He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph, his mother, Agnes, and his sister, Janet Harvey. John is survived by his beloved daughters, Wanda “Tweet” and her husband, Jaime Bailey, and Lori Harvey, both of New Sewickley Township, his grandchildren, Austin Bailey, Lauren (Cole Johnston) Bailey, Taylor (Dylan Goodrich) DiMarzio and two great-grandchildren, Leiya and Jackson Johnston.

He is survived by his brother, Dorest “Cork” Harvey and his wife, Linda of Omaha, Nebraska, as well as his nephews, Brian and Kevin Harvey. He leaves behind a large extended family and countless cherished friends who were like family to him.

He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother and loved his family tremendously. John was a quiet man who used his words for good and the spread of kindness. He was a proud U.S. Marine who served in Vietnam from 1968-1969 that loved his country. He was an avid motorcycle enthusiast who cherished the freedom of the open road and the camaraderie found in various motorcycle runs. He spent part of his time as a true snowbird who enjoyed the coastal life in Myrtle Beach, a place he came to love deeply. His friendships meant the world to him and he was known for the deep love he had for those he called family.

The family will be receiving friends on Friday, August 8th, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the William Murphy Funeral Home Inc, 349 Adams Street Rochester, who was in charge of his arrangements and where a service will be held the following morning, Saturday, August 8th at 10 a.m. Officiating the service will be Pastors Ed Bailey and Austin Bailey from Family Bible Church. Full military honors will be provided by the Vietnam Veterans of America, chapter 862. Interment will follow at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park and Cemetery, 273 PA-68, Rochester.

He will very much be missed by his family and friends and he was beloved beyond imagination. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations be made to Vietnam Veterans of America chapter 862, 408 7th Avenue, Conway, PA 15027.