In loving memory of

Paul Harvey
September 24, 1921 - March 31, 2014

Zionsville:

Paul M. Harvey, 92, passed away Monday, March 31, 2014. Paul was born on September 24, 1921 in Indianapolis to the late John W. and Pearl M. (Campbell) Harvey. Paul is a 1939 graduate of Arsenal Tech High School. After he graduated school, he entered the U.S. Navy and honorably served our country.

Paul was an avid sportsman from his younger years all the way through life. He loved golf, tennis, drag racing, skeet shooting, and basketball. He was an accomplished National Skeet Champion. In 1954 Paul was co-owner and General Manager with John Ford of Bob Ford, Incorporated, in Dearborn, MI. In 1958 Paul was General Manager of Ray McKay Ford in Indianapolis. In 1961, Paul was General Manager of Jerry Alderman Ford in Indianapolis. And in 1966, Paul opened his very own Ford dealership, Paul Harvey Ford. He founded, operated, and owned such for 44 years before selling the dealership in 2010. While in Dearborn and Indianapolis, Paul was very active in drag racing. He raced, sponsored, and supported his son Jerry in his own racing. Along with Paul's many accomplishments with the dealerships, Paul also held many life-long memberships with Highland Country Club, Arsenal Tech Alumni Association, the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of Michigan, Shriner's International, and Shriner's North America.

Paul is survived by his loving companion and wife Joan Lipon Harvey; his son Jerry Harvey; grandchildren: Kimberly Harvey, Kyle (Ashley) Harvey, Kevin (Jody) Harvey, and Kent Harvey; great-grandchildren: Connor, Riley, Savannah, and Adelyn; and many nieces and nephews.

Paul was preceded in death by his beloved siblings: John Harvey, Lester Bud Harvey, Reva Williams, Lucille Kountz, and Ruby Robertson.

Visitation will be on Sunday, April 6, 2014 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. as well as on Monday, April 7, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Leppert Mortuary, Nora Chapel. The funeral service will follow Monday's visitation at the Mortuary at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be held with military rites. Memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Tabor Baptist Church, 7300 S. State Road 267, Lebanon, IN 46052; the Masonic Temple, 525 W. Illinois Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204; or donor's choice. If you would like to sign the online guest book or send condolences to the family you may do so by visiting www.leppertmortuary.com .

Tributes

Dave Lyall wrote on Apr 24, 2014:

"I was saddened to hear of your passing, just as I was gladdened and encouraged by your presence. You were larger than life, guided and mentored me in my youth, and I always admired your leadership an was grateful for your help. So until the trumpet sounds and we are all reunited on that fateful day, Godspeed Paul. You will always be "Big Daddy" to me."

Carolyn Reid wrote on Apr 12, 2014:

"Dearest Paul. May you rest peacefully in the kingdom God as prepared for us all. Your life on earth was one of generosity and kindness. I am happy that I got to know you and the times we were able to spend together will remain with me. May the Lord forever bless and keep you! Carolyn"

Joanne Rozzi wrote on Apr 8, 2014:

"Our sympathy and tribute to Paul on his long life. Our thoughts are with all of you and we hold fond memories of times spent with he and Joanie. Jenna, Brett, Mike, and Joanne Rozzi "

Mr. and Mrs. Justin Krebs wrote on Apr 7, 2014:

"Sincerest Sympathy to his loving wife Joan and to the family. He will be missed by my husband and remembered through his childhood of growing up next to him. You will be missed. "

Greg Boyce and Family wrote on Apr 7, 2014:

"We are sorry for your loss. We also send out our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends."

Carol Harvey Garcia wrote on Apr 7, 2014:

"Uncle Paul was much loved by all of his California family... and will never be forgotten."

Eileen Daniels wrote on Apr 5, 2014:

"I am so sorry for the Harvey Family. I lost a long, long time great friend. I will miss him so very much. He was a dear friend to my late husband Bob and myself for many, many years. We had a special connection with the sport of drag racing. "

Bill Collins wrote on Apr 5, 2014:

"Lost a good friend. Condolences to the family. "

Nick Bianco wrote on Apr 5, 2014:

"I will always remember how kind and generous Mr. Harvey was to me and my family, He will be missed!"

Louie Messang wrote on Apr 5, 2014:

"A true gentleman."

Steve and Pam Lee wrote on Apr 5, 2014:

"Pam and I offer our sincerest sympathies to the family of Paul Harvey. Paul was a great gentlemen and a beloved long time member of Highland Golf and Country Club. He will be missed greatly and long remembered as the true gentleman he was."