Mark Anthony Harvey, 62, of Brookhaven, passed away in his home from an ongoing health issue on September 14, 2022.
Mark was born February 11, 1960. He was a 1978 graduate of Briarfield Academy in Lake Providence, Louisiana. He had a brief career in farming before going to work in the Timber Industry for 35 years. Mark took great pride in his work as a saw filer. He was first employed with the Mill in Sondheimer, Louisiana, then Roger’s Lumber in Columbia, Mississippi. He finished his career with Jones Companies (formerly Rives and Reynolds) in Natchez, MS., in 2019.
Mark met the love of his life in 1999. In 2000, Janie became his wife. He was a dedicated provider, loving husband, and thoughtful step-father.
Mark liked listening to classic rock music and watching drag racing. He enjoyed anything with a motor, including classic automobiles, motorcycles, dirt bikes, and 3 and 4-wheelers. Mark had a special talent for riding long wheelies. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Mark is preceded in death by his parents, David Harvey and Claire Tweedy.
He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Janie Harvey and one stepdaughter, Amanda Cruse and husband, Cory, of Haughton, Louisiana.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Anyone who wishes to honor Mark may make a donation to the Wahabi Transportation Fund at PO Box 2750, Jackson, MS 39207.
