Henry Harvey III

Henry “Punchie” Harvey III passed unexpectedly, on May 31, 2022, at the early age of 63 on what friends and family called the Harvey Hill. Born on September 3, 1958, in Kansas City, KS, Henry was the first of three sons, to proud parents Lola J. (Brown) Harvey and Henry “Hymie” Harvey Jr. who preceded him in death. Henry excelled in everything he did. He was educated in the Kansas City, KS school district attending J.C. Harmon High School where he was a phenomenal all-star athlete, he ran track, played basketball, and football; excelling and setting records in every sport he played. He was also a member of the J.C. Harmon marching band. Henry went on to attend Grambling State University, and The University of Kansas earning a Bachelor’s degree in technology. Henry married, and one beautiful daughter, Jami, was born to their union. He later remarried and was blessed with his son, Jerell. After college Henry worked several years for three well known corporations including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Boatman’s Bank, and Sprint. Later working independently alongside of his brother at the family owned and operated H&H Paint Company. Henry found the Lord at an early age. He was a Deacon church and continued that throughout his life. It was the simple things in life that brought Henry, great joy. His favorite pastimes were fishing, going to sporting events, and spending time with his friends and family. Henry was known for his love of sports and instilled his support for the Kansas City Chiefs on all who knew him. Henry had an uncanny ability to always find happiness. His outgoing personality and laugh was contagious. Henry had a knack for making people smile. He was a big kid at heart and the life of the party. He was a great person, known for his friendliness and never hesitated to let people know that he loved them. Also, preceding Henry in death Maternal Grandparent, Lue Virginia Brown; Paternal Grandparents, Henry Harvey Sr.; and Julia M. Harvey; Loving Uncles, Aunts, and Cousins. He leaves behind his children; Daughter, Jami (Harvey) Strauch; Son-In-Law Russell Strauch of Kansas City, Missouri; Son, Jerell Harvey; Daughter-In-Law Candace Harvey; Mother, Lola Harvey; Brothers, Anthony Harvey Sr; Sister-In-Law Dinah; Terry Harvey; and Sister-In-Law Sally all of Kansas City, Kansas; Grandchildren (Jami) Jadin, Savanah, Paige, Gavin, Langston, Brielle, and (Jerell) Jaelle; A host of uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins, other relatives, and friends. There will be a Celebration of Life on Tuesday June 7, 2022, at 2:00 P.M. to honor Henry. The Celebration will be at Maple Hill Funeral Home 3300 Shawnee Drive Kansas City, Kansas 66106. _ With a trusting faith, I let go and let God bring about the best resolution. Let Go, Let God Worrying about how and when a challenge will be resolved never solves the problem or helps me. So I know to release concern to God and be ready to accept a blessing As I feel an immediate sense of relief. I am able to stop worrying about a situation and to keep from worrying about it later because I have faith in God. I practice that faith every day of my life. My trusting attitude sweeps away any doubt, disbelief, or skepticism that might try to challenge me. Releasing all concern, I experience a serenity founded on the understanding that God's plan is for a resolution that blesses me and all concerned. With a trusting faith, I am letting go and letting God do what is best. "The grass withers, the flowers fade;but the word of our God will stand forever." - Isaiah 40:8

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Henry Harvey III

September 3, 1958 - May 31, 2022