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Virgil Harvey Obituary

Virgil Harvey, Jr., M.D. HANAHAN - Virgil Harvey, Jr. was born February 8th, 1932 in Camden, SC a son of the late Virgil Harvey, Sr. and Vann Ray Kinney. He attended St. George High School and graduated from the Citadel in 1952. He served with the Air Force's 801st Medical Air Evacuation Squadron in Korea from 1952 until 1954. Upon his discharge from the Air Force, he attended the Medical University of South Carolina, graduating in 1959. He served an internship in Family Medicine at Greenville General Hospital in Greenville, SC. He opened his medical practice at 1492 Sumner Avenue, N. Charleston in 1960, later relocating his office to 1254 Yeamans Hall Road in Hanahan, SC. He became Board Certified in Family Medicine in 1977 and was a member of the SC Academy of Family Practice and of the American Academy of Family Practice. He was an avid private pilot and one of the few doctors in the Charleston area certified by the FAA to perform flight physicals for commercial and private pilots. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sandra Kizer Harvey, his son and daughter-in-law, Dane Brandon and Alison Gina Harvey; his daughter and her partner, Sharon Melissa Harvey and Mark Schilling Swatta; and his two grandchildren, Chelsea Elisabeth Harvey and Jocelyn Betts Harvey. He is also survived by his sister, Peggy Kinney Willams and half-brother, Aubrey Godfrey Harvey. His sister, Irene Harvey Meyers, PhD, and his stepmother, Martha Elizabeth M. Harvey predeceased him. Flowers graciously accepted or memorials may be made to Target United Methodist Church, PO Box 1303, Holly Hill, SC 29059 or St. George's Episcopal Church, 9110 Dorchester Road, Summerville, SC 29485. The funeral will be held Sunday, January 18, 2015 at St. George's Episcopal Church at 2:00 p.m. at 9110 Dorchester Road, Summerville, SC 29485. The family encourages your attendance at the funeral and the reception following the service in the Church's Parish Hall. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., NORTHWOODS CHAPEL, North Charleston, SC. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jan. 15 to Jan. 17, 2015.

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Johnnie Mae (Whaley)Mosley

January 17, 2025

My condolences . Dr Harvey was a wonderful dr . I first went to him n the 70's . My husband was sent to him from work then I decided to make him my dr until he retired . I missed him so much I didn't know he passed until later in that yr ran into one of his employees. I was so shocked . My condolences to his family & friends RIP

Johnnie Mae Mosley

October 5, 2023

I was so sorry to hear that we had lost Dr Harvey . He was a great Dr & I use to tell all my friends about him & sometimes even sent them to him . He was my second Dr n my life & since he left the for retirement, I have not been able to find a Dr good as him . Sleep n peace Dr Harvey . You are truly missed . Your job was definitely done well on this earth .
My condolences to his family

Dale Cromartie

January 9, 2022

I often think of the good times. He was a good man.

Carolyn Grahn Cox

February 13, 2015

My family was very sad to learn of Dr. Harvey's passing today. Old, funny memories immediately started flooding in
. I am one of many who has nothing but praise for Dr. Harvey. I am now 60 and my first visit was at 17. I continued seeing him until I had children and well beyond. What I loved of him was the time he spent with you was all yours. He focused 100% on you, after examanation you knew he was going to see you in his office for a little chit chat. Loved this man. We miss him.

Mayor and City Council of Hanahan

January 22, 2015

Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of your loved one. Your family is in our thoughts and in our prayers. Mayor Minnie Newman-Blackwell and Hanahan City Council: Dan Owens, Joel Hodges, Michael Sally, Mike Dyson, Jeff Chandler, and Kevin Cox.

Becky Burbage Cummings

January 20, 2015

Dr. Harvey has always held a special place in my heart. He was my family doctor as a child, at the office on Sumner. He took care of my entire family, coming to our house on a Sunday when my dad was having a heart attack and in the middle of the night when my brother had a seizure. I was fortunate to be able to work for him when I was in nursing school. He was a great teacher. He was kind to his patients and gave more of himself than any other person I know. I have thought of him often over these 30 years since I left SC. He was a great man. Mrs. Harvey, you are in my thoughts and heart as well.

Teresa (Evans) Graser

January 19, 2015

Dr Harvey was my familys doctor before I was born, up to when he retired. He would take the time to talk to you, he was like a family friend. One time I came in to be checked after being in a car wreck. The electricity in the office had gone out for a short time, Dr Harvey didn't let that bother him, he grabbed a flashlight and resumed his exam. He was a trur professional and will be missed.

Phillip Farley

January 18, 2015

Phillip and I are so sorry for your loss. Such a great caregiver and longtime friend.

Viki Edwards

January 18, 2015

Dear Doctor Harvey,
Always a great Dr. as well as a friend!
Mary Viki Edwards Hawthorne Aviation Charleston S.C.

Mike Driver

January 17, 2015

I was happy to have Dr. Harvey as my flight surgeon for years. I was sorry to learn of his death. My heartfelt condolences to his family.

Carol Crain-Ramirez

January 17, 2015

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Harvey family. Dr. Harvey was our family Dr for many years. He delivered me in Jan 1964. I am sure my mom a is excited to see him in heaven. Thank you for being a special in my families live, may you RIP Dr Harvey.
Sincerely, The Crain Family

Judy& Gary Baugh

January 17, 2015

Dr.Harvey was our Family Dr,til he retired.He as a wonderful & caring man.GOD Bless ...

Cecelia Ward Ammons

January 16, 2015

Dr. Havery I have fond memories of him. Lived on Redeemer Dr. Always had us kids on his porch waiting on him. Peanut butter sandwiches for stitches, banages and anything else we got. Remember the year he made a tailpipe out if soda cans to get through the flooded road on Remeeder Dr. Just to get to work!! That was dedication. My brother Boyd had him for his doctor for years. He will truly be missed. My condolences to Mrs. Havery, Dane and Sharon.

Tammy Schwartz

January 16, 2015

Dr Virgil Harvey, or as friends called him Buck, was a kind and caring man and a great doctor. I will miss him very much.

Tim & Tammy Poor

January 16, 2015

So sorry for the families loss. We have fond memories of Dr. Harvey as our childhood doctor. We have thought about him through the years.

Diana Fikes

January 16, 2015

Mrs. Sandra,Dane,Sharon,and family. Your family has been a part of my family for many years. Dr. Harvey will truly be missed. Mrs. Harvey, I feel my mom(Louise Brown) and Dr. Harvey is in Heaven looking down on us and will be protecting as our Guardian Angels. May God continues to be with you and your family during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you all. From Louise Brown Family-Ervin Jr, Freddie, Maude,Delphine(Dellie),Alice and Diana

Dale Cromartie

January 16, 2015

My condolences to Sandra and family. I have fond memories of Buck in the old days, he was a good man

Bonnie Weeks - Baggett

January 16, 2015

My Sympathies,

Kathy Wade Richardson

January 16, 2015

My prayers to Mrs. Sandra, Dane, Sharon and the rest of the family for strength at this time. He was always such a compassionate person. While working for him, he taught me so much that I will never forget. May he be flying his plane and dancing the Cha Cha in heaven. God Bless Dr. Harvey and the family.

A 50 year old photo of my mom and me around the time I first went to see Dr. Harvey.

Ramona Grimsley

January 16, 2015

Dr. Harvey was one of my favorite people in the world. He was my family doctor from childhood. He cared about our family, Betty Phillips Wilkerson, Patricia Grimsley Brinson and Sylvia Gainey Hyman (the Green Girls) and always asked about everyone when one of us came to see him. My mother said the nurse probably hated to see us coming because he visited with us too long in his office. He was interested in people and made a big impact in my life. A couple of years ago, I was really missing him, so I sent him a note listing all the crazy reasons I came to the office and his tolerance:) I really loved him and he will be missed. My condolences to you and your family, Mrs. Harvey.

Martin Wisse

January 16, 2015

Dr Harvey was a good doctor and a kind man. He touched so many lives in such a positive way. I was sorry to learn of his passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family and all those who loved him.

Janet & Gavin Broadus

January 16, 2015

Our sincerest sympathy go to the Harvey family in their loss. We have fond memories of "Buck", Sandra, Dane and the rest of the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Janet & Gavin Broadus

White

January 16, 2015

Sending our deepest sympathy and condolences to your family. May the God of all comfort strengthen you to cope and endure this difficult time.

January 16, 2015

Dr. Harvey was wonderful. Through his good council I was able to quit smoking and drinking.

JAN EMERSON

January 16, 2015

GOD BLESS DR. HARVEY FOR ALL HE DID FOR HIS MANY PATIENTS, INCLUDING ME, OVER MANY YEARS. (ALL DRS. SHOULD LEARN FROM HIM.) HIS KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, KINDNESS + CARING WAY SET HIM APART FROM ALL OTHERS. HE WILL BE MISSED. AS THE BIBLE SAYS *ABSENT FROM THE BODY PRESENT WITH THE LORD* SURELY HE IS SMILING DOWN FROM HEAVEN.

January 16, 2015

My Condolences to Mrs.Sandra, son Dane and daughter Sharon; Dr. Harvey was a wonderful family doctor. Louise Brown daughter Alice Brown-Phillip from Dallas-Rowlett, Texas

Charles Nicholson

January 16, 2015

So sorry to learn of Dr. Harvey's passing. My love and thoughts are with the family.

January 16, 2015

Dr. Harvey was a wonderful Doctor.Kenneth and Cheryl Wurthmann send their condolences.

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