Barbara Harvey

Barbara A. Harvey, 91, of Machesney Park passed away Monday, October 28, 2019, in her home. Born November 25, 1927, in Schulter, OK, the daughter of John P. and Agnes M. (Barnes) Mishmash. Married George J. Harvey on October 1, 1948, in Love Joy Chapel, Roscoe. Formerly employed by Rockford Drop Forge and Kohls. Charter member of Love Joy Covenant Church and later attended North Park Covenant Church. Co-founded the Awana Groups at both churches. She served in many capacities at both churches, including directing the Jr. Choir’s, teaching Sunday School and served as superintendent. She loved music, especially gospel, bowling, camping, traveling and winning games. Active with the PTA / PTO in her children’s schools. Survivors include her children, Patricia (Mark) Peterson, Richard (Julie) Harvey, Kathy (Terry) Woody and Kris (Tom) Klubertanz; son-in-law, Greg Garton; 26 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; numerous nieces, nephews and her church family at North Park Covenant Church who had a special place in her heart. Predeceased by her parents; husband; daughter, Becky Garton in 2004; and brother, David Mishmash.

Service at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 2, in Delehanty Funeral Home, Ltd., 401 River Lane, Loves Park. Burial in Willwood Burial Park. Visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, November 1, in the funeral home.