Garry Windham Harvey, age 76, of Lucedale passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2020 at home in Lucedale. Mr. Harvey was born July 31, 1943 in Laurel, MS. He is the son of the late George C and the late Ruth Harvey. He married Johnnie Lou Woodard. He was predeceased by his wife, Johnnie Lou Woodard on July 7, 2013.

He loved literature and writing. He taught English, Literature, and Foreign Language at West Jones High School, Laurel, MS. After receiving his counseling and psychology degree, he was a counselor at West Jones high school for several years. Later in his career, Garry led the Jones County School counselor team. His leadership for the counselors was enlightening, motivating, and contributed to the growth, knowledge, and skills of the counselors. Years later, Garry was hired in the role of special education director where he served until his retirement. Garry helped so many people in his life such as students in high school and former students seeking a college degree reaching out for help. He always said, "One can never go wrong helping others."

He loved his grandson and great grandchildren with his whole heart. How blessed they were to have such a wonderful grandfather.

We will miss you greatly. We will always remember the help, guidance, and encouragement you gave us through your quotes, wise words, and your outstanding example. We will always remember that welcoming smile on your beautiful face. You were simply the best!

"The best portion of a good man's life is his little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and of love."

He is survived by ; Grandson, Jamie Miller of Milton, FL; great grandchildren, Brooklyn Miller, Cooper Miller and Easton Miller.

Nieces and Nephews; Lynn Lee Ward and Karen Ward, Steve Stevens, John Miller, Macy Miller, Raeleigh Miller, Reed Miller, Jessia Miller, Robin Miller

Preceded in death by; Wife Johnnie Lou Harvey, Father, George C. Harvey, Mother, Ruth Harvey, 2 sisters; Nina Bea Holifield, Ina Rea Jones, 2 brothers, G.C. Harvey, Paul W. Harvey

A graveside service will be held 10:00 am on Thursday, July 16, 2020 at Woodard Cemetery, Woodard Cemetery Road, Lucedale, MS. Burial will be in Woodard Cemetery, Lucedale on Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 10:00 am.

Sigler Funeral Home, 601-947-3112, www.siglerfuneral.com, 4248 Main Street, Lucedale, MS, is in charge of arrangements