Leonard Philip Harvey

Birth date: Mar 22, 1928 Death date: Jan 2, 2018

Born in rural Cherokee County, Texas near Alto on March 22, 1928, to William Milton Harvey and Katie Lois Tidwell Harvey, Leonard was the third son followed by two sisters, and began his education in a four-room schoolhouse in Cen Read Obituary

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Dick Roth

404w ago

To one of my mentors and a friend for over three decades. Both Leonard P and Lena Ruth understood the importance of making people feel comfortable and at home. Always a brotherly handshake and, of course, then Lena Ruth would flash that infectious smile and you knew something fun was about to happen. If you had a question, or just needed a wise solution to get something done without getting ‘done in’ as a part of the process, Leonard P was often my shelter in the storm. I know they missed each other terribly but they will miss each other no more. And we are all so much wiser and richer for knowing them both, and see them again.

Denise Todd

404w ago

So sorry to hear of Leonard’s passing but what a GREAT celebration in Heaven! Leonard and Ruth are together again and this time with our Lord Jesus Christ! My condolences and heartfelt hugs to the entire family and friends to Leonard. Love to Susan and Janet.

Brother And Friend

404w ago

I had the truly great fortune to meet both Leonard and Lena Ruth a few years ago. Though it wasn’t very long, I will always cherish the time and memory of their obvious Love for each other and their open and warm concern for others. I regret that I did not take full advantage of the opportunity to spend time with them, however the example of the special bond between 2 people who love one another and the twinkle in their eyes when they spoke of each other is an inspiration I will carry for the rest of my life and a guide for how to treat my Bride.Leonard, as a Mason, was and should remain an outstanding example of what Masonry is about and how Masons should act. He was unpretentious about the many accomplishments and awards he received, listened to others and offered advise and the occasional (in my case at least) gentle reminder of the conduct expected of another Brother. He didn’t object to a different view or opinion as long as the person having it had thought it out before speaking out — I honestly believe he enjoyed the give and take of a spirited discussion. He insisted I call him Leonard and was kind in shaking my hand in friendship; both honors I will always appreciate.Both Lena Ruth and Leonard offered an open hand and deeply enjoyed helping others. What greater tribute can be said about a person? I have mentioned both Lena Ruth and Leonard in this entry because they are together now and what I would say about Leonard, I would also say about Lena Ruth so I think it is right to speak of both at this time. Again, what a tribute!May the Supreme Architect bless the families, friends and those who loved these “simple folks”, and more especially, the two of them.Rest Well and Enjoy Being Together Again!

Lauren Dyess

404w ago

To Susan, Janet, and the other nieces & nephews, as well as the other family/friends who will miss Bubba so much. I only had the pleasure of calling him family for the last 12 years, but he was like a grand-father to me. I wish our boys had more time to get to know him better. I will miss him coming to see me at TSRH when he came for meetings and would come visit me at work on his breaks. I was honored to be able to attend the ceremony of him receiving his 60 year Masonic pin (I may be listing this incorrectly, but it was neat to witness). I was looking forward to celebrating his 90th birthday in March, but am happy he is with Auntie now, and sitting at the feet of Jesus.We love you, and will miss you, Bubba!

J. Carl Key Iii

405w ago

Leonard P. Harvey will be missed and always fondly remembered. He and his beloved Lena Ruth were family and Masonic friends of my parents generation. They were a loving couple that are together again.I am at a loss for my own words to suitably describe them. But I do know two selected quotes that I believe does offer respective glances into their individual characters.For Lena Ruth a true description of her noble character can be found in Proverbs 31:10-31.And for Leonard: Shakespeare wrote in Hamlet, Act One, Scene Two, Page Seven.
HORATIO: “I saw him once; he was a goodly King.”
HAMLET: “He was a man, take him for all in all, I shall not look upon his like again.”

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