John Thomas Harvey
August 17, 1942 – March 30, 2011

It is with great sadness that the family of the late John Thomas Harvey announces his passing on Wednesday March 30, at Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 68 years. Born at Isle aux Morts, John was the son of the late Albert and Hannah Harvey. He was also predeceased by his sisters Sabina and Lillian. Brothers; Edward, Cornelius, Leslie. Mother and father in law Israel and Marie Anderson, and sister in law Winnie. John was a devoted husband to his loving wife Linda (nee Anderson) of 40 years marriage. Loving father of sons; Christopher (Josie) Harvey Alder Point NS, Mark Harvey (Jennie Soper) Milton ON. He was also the proud grandfather of Brianna, Jenna, Caitlyn, John, Katrina, Kaylynn, and Kasey. He will be sadly missed by his brothers; Ned (Sandra) Harvey Port aux Basques, Albert (Evelyn) Harvey, Eldon (Joan) Harvey all of Isle aux Morts, Jim Harvey Niagara Falls ON, and their sister Beatrice (Raymond) Jubb of Prince George BC. Dear brother in law of Jessie (Bert) Osmond Port aux Basques, Bernice (George) Keeping Halifax NS, Winnie (Henry) Parsons Port aux Basques, Joyce (Dorman) Hulan Isle aux Morts, Eileen (Wilfred) Ricketts Port aux Basques, Jane (Stewart) Short Cape Ray, Viola (Jerome) Bragg Port aux Basques, and a large circle of nieces, nephews, and many, many friends. John's love of the sea was very evident in the 55 years that he spent working there as an engineer. From the young age of 14 his work took him to many corners of the world over the years and he enjoyed every minute of it, especially his tour in the Persian Gulf War. Visitation took place on Saturday from 7-9 PM, Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at East Haven Funeral Home. To honor his wishes cremation has taken place. A celebration of John's life took place on Tuesday April 5, 2 PM at St. James Anglican Church, Channel officiated by Rev. Hannah Dicks. Interment followed at St. James Anglican Cemetery, Barachois Hill. Funeral arrangements were in the care of East Haven Funeral Home, Port aux Basques, 695-2300. www.easthavenfuneralhome.com