PRESQUE ISLE, Maine – Lester (Buzz) Harvey, Jr. went home to his Heavenly Father on November 7, 2018. He was born December 16, 1945, the son of Lester and Marie Harvey. He grew up in Bridgewater and was married to the love of his life, Launa (McKeen) for 53 years.
Buzz started his career as a truck driver, spent many years as a manager for Bradbury Barrel Company, and owned two successful restaurants in Bridgewater and Mars Hill. He also spent time as a cook at a Christian resort in Pennsylvania. The last few years, he continued to work as a greeter at TAMC. He attended the Church of Jesus in Presque Isle. Throughout his life, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. He was known for his kind heart, always willing to give to others.
Buzz is survived by his wife, Launa, one son, Duane and his wife Debbi-Jo of Scarborough, three grandsons, Drew and his wife Chelsea, Davis and Dilan, and one great grandson, Easton. He is also survived by his sister, Yvonne McEachern and his niece Debbie of Presque Isle, and a sister, Elaine Harvey Jones of Brushton, NY, along with his sister-in-law Beverly Miller and husband Stillman of Mars Hill, a nephew Ryan (Denise), niece Heather (Eldon), and his great nieces and nephews. He will be remembered by his special friend, Fred Bonville. Buzz was predeceased by a sister, Muriel Ann.
At his request, there will be no services. Condolences can be sent to Launa Harvey, 46 Elizabeth Street, Presque Isle, ME 04769.
