So sad to hear Ben has passed away. Always a friend and he always watched out for me during my years as an EMT. He will be missed 🙏🏻

It is with deepest regrets that the F.V.F.C. announces the passing of life member Ben Harvey.
Ben served many different positions at Federalsburg fire company. He was also a life member with Hurlock V.F.C. Please keep family, friends, and the officers and members in your thoughts and prayers. Rest easy. We got in from here.

The Hurlock Volunteer Fire Company deeply regrets to inform that Life Member Ben Harvey has passed away.
Mr. Harvey held many positions in the fire company including Fire Chief from 1977-79. In 2018 he was elected to the Dorchester County Volunteer Fireman's Association Hall of Fame. Mr. Harvey was a life member of the Federalsburg Volunteer Fire Company.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Harvey family and friends.

Sorry i could not be there . Hes a great person and will be missed by many. Prayers to his family for their days ahead. He will be a angel watching over all of us. Until we meet again RIP Ben, a good friend alwalys


Ben served his communities proudly through the years. It is a honor to call him a friend and brother. You will be missed by all your families. Rest easy Brother. We will take it from here.🙏🙏


Ben was there for me on multiple occasions. He was there for me when my brother was murdered. He was there for me again when my daughter had 3 seizure's & she was taken to the hospital & Ben was on the ambulance. Ben was a kind loving soul. I will miss him.

Benny was a great friend and a one of a kind firefighter. He always took his firefighter brothers very serously. I looked up to Benny as a mentor. We have lost another unreplaceable comrade. He will be missed.

Ben was a kind man. He was there on multiple occasions for me & my family. As a police officer & on the ambulance crew. We will miss him.

Another page is turned and I see him as a respected citizen. He shared his life experiences with anyone who would listen, he worked hard and consistently, and he remained a student of life. My brother-in-law never stopped learning especially through his loving wife, children, and grandchildren.  He never sat back and became complacent. He led as he welcomed his nephews and nieces and their own children in a way that anyone of them can say that he was an inspiration in their lives. Benny, we will miss you, but we will always remember you with respect, life’s wonders and love, always, always!

To the man who took all of us kids into his heart and never blinked an eye.  I was only 6 when we met and you have cared for me, spoiled me, taught me life lessons and loved me unconditionally ever since.   You were there every step with me and then my children.  

They would call and you’d pick them up from school and take them on a McDonald’s run!  You never said no and always made time for us.   Our countless evenings in the barn will forever be my best memories.  Especially teaching me how to make Maryland beaten biscuits.   

I thank you for all the fun weekends with the Blue Knights and for always giving your time to others.  You were a great example of how a person should live.  You gave so much of your time to us and the community through your countless hours on the Police Dept and Fire Dept.   

 I will surely miss  “I love you doll baby”.  But you said it so many times it’s deeply ingrained in my memory forever! 

Love you
Brandi 

One of our favorite RAVENS fans!!  We will never forget that Halloween, however many years ago, when Ben and Julia invited us over after an evening of Trick of Treating.  Ben was so excited to show us his outdoor building where he watched Ravens games.  He also enjoyed showing us his decanters, which we still talk about to this day!  We are blessed to have known him and his family.  Love to all - Jim, Karen, Davis and Caroline Newcomb. 

This is a very sad day for me even though I knew it was time. I hope that my words about my brother, Benny, will help alleviate some of the grief.
My brother was nine years older than I was, but at times, I think he felt a lot older than that. Through the years I have wrestled and wallered my kids and grandchildren the way we use to on the floor in the front room. My brother was very protective over me. When I was younger, I remember that this bothered me, but now that I look, back, I know that he loved me a lot and wanted what was best for me. He was always there for me when I needed him and I knew that.
My brother was a character. He usually had a smile on his face and always seemed to have a new joke to tell. His easy-going relaxed nature made him an amusement to be around. He had many friends and was always there in need. The noticeable laughter he had showed he was always enjoying a gathering or party.
One of the things that I respected the most about my brother was that even though he had such a carefree attitude, he also had a serious side. He was very successful in his life’s goals and loved to share that passion with others. Some of my brother’s favorite things were sports and spending time with his family.
I will miss my brother more than words can say. I know deep down it was time, because his body was failing him even though his temperament lived on. I am very thankful I had him as my brother and for the times we shared on earth. I hope that everyone remembers how special a person he was and that his memory will continue to live on in our hearts and stories.
Farewell Big Brother until we meet again.



     It was an honor and privilege to have known, rode with, and served on the Board of Blue Knights Maryland V with Ben.
     Ben and I did our Pigs on the Beach initiation together. We had great times at the Blue Knights Board meetings and get togethers in Ben's Ravens Headquarters behind Ben and Julia's house.  With me being a Steelers fan, Ben and I had some great rivalry fun during football season.
     To Julia and family, I am deeply sorry for your loss and you are in my prayers. Ben was a good man, and I know that his love is still with you all and will be forever.
     Ben, Rest in Peace my friend. Your work here is done and it is time to receive your reward of your eternal home with our Lord. Good job Ben, and God Bless.

Ben andI were very close growing up , we lived just across the street . We could see each other's bedrooms and had worked out signals to talk to each other at night after we were suppose to be in bed. Going to miss you brother , no more pain and no more suffering. Say hi to the family when you  see everyone. Loved you...

No matter what every time I walked in the house, I was greeted with a kiss on the cheek and my favorite “hey doll baby”.  You will forever be remembered by so many due to your character and how much you gave to others during your lifetime. We all love you so much and will miss you. Rest easy pop pop, I love you! 

Julia and family,  my condolences! Capt. Harvey was such a fine human-being.  His good sense of humor, kindness, and thoughtfulness will always be remembered. He devoted himself to family and to his community. He made many selfless sacrifices over the years. What a privilege to have known him!    
Sincerely,  
Jan Edwards





Major Harvey,
I am deeply indebted to you for making my future in Law Enforcement possible. As a Marine fresh out of the Corps, you took me under your wing, and taught me how to be, not only a good Police Officer, but the best I could be. I cannot thank you enough Major. You helped make me a better man. Fair winds and following seas Major. They don’t make them like you anymore Sir.
Respectfully,
Jeff Shelton
ID 1141
Federalsburg PD

Uncle Ben,
As a kid I would always enjoy coming in to stay with mommom and poppop and you would be there. As soon as the fire whistle would blow you would take off down the stairs and out the front door and as Chuck got older he would follow in your foot steps. Later on in life I would look forward to calling you every year and sending you a picture so we could compare  whos banana trees would come up first and whos would be bigger.  



I have too many memories to even list. Ben was a huge part of my childhood. I can share at least one funny memory though. One night Brandi and I decided we were going to sleep on the front part of the roof which you could walk right out of the window if I remember correctly.  Let me add that it is very sloped. We got sleeping bags and pillows and climbed out the window. I don' t think we were out there long before Ben stopped in the front of the house and turned on his cop lights. Needless to say, we got in a little bit of trouble after Julia got upstairs to us. When they FINALLY decided to get married, I was honored to play the piano at there ceremony. I will always hold that day in my heart, seeing Julia being walked down the aisle by her grandchildren. My prayers go out to all of the family and friends. Ben you will always live forever in our hearts. May God speed.

Washed many a police car back in the day! Used to think Ben had it out for us--didnt realize until later on he was actually doing me a favor!! 

Ben was a wonderful neighbor  and a great friend to many. Ben always teased my husband and called  our house the Polish Embassy  and my husband the Ambassador.  Ben will be missed by many, God Bless his family and friends and help them find peace. 

OBITUARY

Clarence "Benny" Ben Harvey

3 October, 1946 – 13 March, 2021

Bounds Funeral Home

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