CAROL HARVEY

It is with grateful hearts that we remember the life of Carol Joyce Harvey who was born on
March 3, 1932, in Houston, Texas. She was raised by her grandmother, Willie May Robinson,
and cherished her childhood days filled with climbing trees, reading comics, and playing on the
porch with her little brother, Garrett.
At the age of 12, Carol accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior, marking the beginning of her
lifelong spiritual journey. She was baptized and faithfully served at Jordan Grove Missionary
Baptist Church in Houston under the guidance of Rev. WH Banks. Carol's educational journey
included attending Ryan Elementary, Gregory School, and Crawford Elementary, all significant
institutions for African American children in Texas. Her favorite subjects were science, math,
and sewing. She furthered her education at what is now known as Texas Southern University,
previously Texas State University for Negroes, and pursued her passion for nursing, becoming
a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
Carol's journey in love began when she met LV Harvey while descending the stairs at the WT
Grant Store, where her grandmother worked as a chef. They were joined in holy matrimony on
August 7, 1948, on LV's parent's porch in Bellville, Texas. From this union, they were blessed
with three children: Cynthia McCoy (Ollie), Lavernia Newsome, and Garrett Harvey (Sandra),
celebrating an incredible 74 years of marriage.
Throughout her life, Carol served as the First Lady alongside her husband, Rev. Dr. LV Harvey,
at several churches, including Main Street Baptist Church in Brenham, Texas, St. Peter's Baptist
Church in Hempstead, Texas, Second Baptist Church, Greater Second Baptist Church in
Seguin, Texas, and Mother Zion Baptist Church in Bay City. Her unwavering dedication to faith
spanned 65 years and, for the last 38 years, she faithfully attended and served at Ebenezer
Baptist Church, a congregation founded and led by her husband and later by Rev. Dr. John
Colbert.
Beyond her commitment to her family and church, Carol embarked on a remarkable 52-year
nursing career that began in 1952 at Jefferson Davis Hospital in Houston. She worked at
numerous hospitals, facilities, and schools, leaving an indelible mark on the healthcare field.
Carol was also actively involved in various organizations including the National Counsel of
Negro Women, Acres Homes Girl ScoutsTroop Leader of the San Jacinto Counsel, PTA
president at Carver and Anderson Elementary in Acres Homes, Mission II President in Lincoln
District Association, and National Women Council of Nurses. She was a member of the National
Baptist Foreign Missions board participating in the field in Jamaica, Panama, and Liberia for
approximately 10 years. She had leadership roles in ministry with the Southern Baptist
Convention, Angel Tree, and our Ebenezer Claypot Ministry. She played key roles in missions,
ministry, and community outreach, impacting lives both locally and internationally.
Carol's love extended beyond borders, and her travels were deeply tied to her ministry. She
explored various parts of the United States and ventured internationally to Canada, Mexico,
Italy, Sweden, and The Holy Land.
On November 30, 2023, Carol's earthly journey came to an end, and she answered the call of
her Lord and Savior. She was preceded in death by her parents, Garrett and Georgia, her
husband LV, her son and daughter Garrett and Lavern, granddaughter Aimee, Adrian
Christopher, her brother Garrett Lee, and her sisters Leola Moore, Mary Ollie Taylor, Joyce Ann
Taylor, and Alma Lee Blackman.

Carol leaves behind cherished memories and a legacy of love, faith, and service. She is
survived by her daughter Cynthia McCoy, her niece Cynthia Regina (Rev. Michael Harris), and
their children Jaawan, Jamal, and Ashton, as well as her grandchildren Carole Colbert (Rev.
John Colbert), Arthur McBride (LaTasha), Travis Newsome (Nakita), Andre McBride (Veronica),

Nathanial Newsome, Christopher Harvey (Anna), 19 great-grandchildren, and 7 great-great-
grandchildren. She is also remembered fondly by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins,

extended family, friends, and the loving community of Ebenezer Baptist Church.
In her memory, let us continue to uphold the values of faith, love, and service that Carol Joyce
Harvey embodied throughout her extraordinary life. May she rest in the arms of her Savior,
Jesus Christ.

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