(Denise_Harvey_program) Harvey, Dr. Denise Marie, departed this life on Friday, June 17, 2011 at UT Medical Center. She was born on July 22, 1954 to Dr. Robert H. and Edwina P. Harvey in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Harvey was beloved by her family, students, a host of relatives and friends. Some of her acquaintances commended her to be their “very best friend.” As a junior at Holston High School in Knoxville, she was an exchange student in the Netherlands; she spent a semester as an undergraduate student at the University of Denmark, Copenhagen. She received a B.A. from Vanderbilt-Peabody, a Masters of Arts from Tulane University, a Masters and Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee. She taught at Lincoln Memorial University and at UT where she served on the Chancellor’s staff. She was active in many organizations serving on several boards including the United Way. She is survived by her parents, Robert and Edwina Harvey; sister, Sharon (Earl) Carswell of Florida; brother, Brian (Ann) Harvey of Virginia; several aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces and many other relatives. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at 12 noon until 1:00 PM with service to follow at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 4904 Asheville Highway. Interment to follow at Sherwood Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to be given to the Robert Harvey Scholarship Fund, Knoxville College or the American Cancer Society. Service will conclude with full dove release.
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Denise was such a very special person. I will never forget her sense of caring and her sense of humor. God Bless.
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Harvey, Family, and Friends,
It was with great shock that I received the news of Denise’ passing. I am truly sorry for your loss and know that my hometown is diminished by her absence. I cherished our friendship and only wish that I could have spent more time with her. Be of good courage in these trying days. Our prayers are with you.
Edwina,
I’m so sorry for your lost. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
I sure miss chatting with you when you were at the McNabb doughnut.
My sorrow is trumped by my belief that Denise is in a much better place, and knowing her, there is a Carnival in heaven right now. May God’s peace be with her family and friends. We will all miss you Denise.
To the family of Denise:
I did not know her very well, but she was always kind to me, and smiling, and easy going. I enjoyed our conversations and considered her to be a friend. She will be missed here on campus.
Denise was one of the finest women I have ever met. A lady and such a compassionate person. She had a wonderful sense of humor and saw the world in an amazing way. It was a blessing that she and I crossed paths. The world has lost an amazing woman, and heaven has gained a beautiful spirit. Thank you for sharing Denise with the rest of us.
Denise and I were classmates at Holston High School. We both were in the class of 72. I am shocked and saddened to hear of her passing. Her family has my deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Shirley Harris
Dr. & Mrs. Harvey,
My sincere condolences for the loss of Denise. She was such a bright, vibrant woman. I will remember her fondly as one of my first and best friends from high school.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lynn
May you find comfort in knowing that Denise is wrapped in the arms of the Lord. My condolences to the Harvey family during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Edwina and Bob,
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the passing of your wonderful Denise.
You are in my prayers constantly. I am asking our LORD to give you strength and
comfort at this very sad time.
With great affection,
Lucy Parsons
Dr. and Mrs. Harvey and family, you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Denise was a wonderful person and I always enjoyed speaking with her at church. I am so sorry for your loss and I am thinking about you all during this time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Ward
Dr. Robert H. Harvey, Wife, & Family,
So Very Sorry for Your Loss. A few words of comfort:
Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say on the Lord.
With Heart Felt Sympathy,
Cassandra “K-SAN” Tyson
KC ’84 Goldsboro, North Carolina
My love and Prayers are with the Harveys during this difficult time.
My deepest sympathies to the Harvey family. Dr. Harvey was more than a professor to me during my time at Knoxville College – he was an example of what hard work, discipline and strong character could produce.
As I come to guide my own children, I often reflect on his stern guidance to me, and the affection hidden in strength which has helped me to develop the character I portray.
Dr. Harvey, my prayers and thoughts are with you and Mrs. Harvey and your family.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
A Pupil for life!
I am so very very sorry for your loss of your daughter, Denise. May you all find comfort through your faith in God, and may He grant you peace and understanding. My prayers are with each of you.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Teddi Fritts
Dear Harvey Family,
May you find comfort in knowing that we are thinking of you and praying for you.
Robert & Bettie
From the inaugural AAIG graduating class of 2006, may God have comfort to the family, and may Dr. Harvey RIP. She was a wonderful lady, and was on of the ones there at UTK that kept me on the straight and narrow. I appreciate her life and legacy that she leaves behind, but always remember that earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Be blessed 🙂
Dearest Edwina and Robert,
This to let you know how much we think of you at this painful moment of your life. Denise was a precious and very sincere friend of us in Denmark. We loved her with all our hearts, her great laugh and always cheerful mind. Please accept also the sincere condulences from Elli and Mogens.
With great affection,
Elli & Mogens Falk
John and Helle Falk
Denmark
I just became aware of Denise’s passing. I met her over 30 years ago when she lived in Arlington, Va. She was such and warm and beautiful woman. We share the sign a horoscope sign of Cancer. Our friendship almost instantly. May your memories of this lovely woman be a comfort to all of her friends and relatives. Gone much too soon…