Nancy Harvey

Nancy (Hodas) Harvey, 79, of Erie, passed away on January 17, 2025, with her family by her side following a courageous two-year battle with cancer. It was her unwavering faith and love for Jesus that sustained her throughout her cancer journey.

It wasn't easy for her to leave those she loved, especially her beloved children Doug and Shelly and puppy Reiley, who was always by her side.

To family and friends, thank you for being by her side throughout life's journey. She was blessed beyond measure having shared her life with each of you and that's what made her life worthwhile.

Nancy was born on February 8, 1945, the daughter of the late Alfred and Clara Olszewski Hodas. She attended St. John's grade school, J.S. Wilson Middle School and graduated from Academy High School class of '63. She held various jobs and retired from Dollar Tree when she became ill. 

Nancy was a member of the Church of the Nazarene. the Huzar Club where she loved to Polka. She enjoyed collecting Angels and Polish Pottery, camping, fishing, ceramics and bingo. She was a loving and devoted caregiver for her brother Al.

In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by her brother, Al Hodas, her sisters, Margie Kraus Soldotna, Cynthia Henry and Eileen.

Nancy is survived by her beloved son, Douglas Mayne (Diane) Minich, her beloved daughter, Shelly Lynn Minich, her beloved dog Riley, all of Erie, her brothers, John (Alice) Hodas of Erie, Frank (Diane) Hodas of Florida and Michael Hodas of Erie, her sisters, Carol, Anne and Cheryl of Erie and her good friends, Deb Schupp and Sue Hull of Erie. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Weep not for me from Earth recedes and Heaven opens before me. I go to the Father of our L Jesus Christ. Say not in grief that "I am gone" but live in thankfulness that "I was".

When I die if you need to cry, cry for your brother walking the street beside you. When you need me, put your arms around someone and give them what you need to give me. You can shed tears because I am gone or smile because I lived. Your heart may feel empty without me, or your heart can be full of love we shared. Remember and cherish the memory of me and let it live on. Look for me in people I've known and loved and continue to love me most by helping those in need. Don't cry and feel empty, instead I want you to smile, love and go on.

There will be no calling hours, and her burial will be private. Arrangements are being handled by Davis-Garr Cremation and Funeral Services, Inc., 459 East 12th Street, Erie, Pa 16503. Please send condolences to: davisgarrfuneralhome.com.

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