James Harvard Obituary
The passing of James Harvard in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, born in Eastman, Georgia leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on October 24, 2025 at the age of 81. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Harvard to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Allen Harvard and Estoria Burney Harvard; his brothers, Allen Harvard, Jr. and LeVon Harvard; and his sons, Christopher Tony Harvard and Veronda Harvard.
He is survived by: his children, Shannon Mainer of Metter, GA, Shawn Harvard of Brooklyn, NY, Theophilas Harvard of Brooklyn, NY, Torie Harvard of Atlanta, GA, Tinka R. Harvard of Jersey City, NJ and Jerwana Hudson of Fort Lauderdale, FL; and his close friend Martha Hunter. He is also survived by twelve grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
Viewing was held on Friday, November 7th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Whitaker Funeral Home (25 N Kennedy St, Metter, GA 30439). A funeral service was held on Saturday, November 8th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
