I briefly worked with Harv at Loaf N Jug between 2016 and 2018, and I can truthfully say he was a joy to be around. Cynically, side splittingly funny and caring. When Harv wasn’t working, he made sure to stop by and make sure his coworkers were fed and well stocked without a single expectation. He had one of the biggest hearts I’ve ever seen. I always think and speak of him fondly.

Many fun memories with Harv.  You are remembered my man.


Tim,
That was a beautiful and true recollection of Harv. I had forgotten that you joined KDZA back when it was on Abriendo, as I sometimes had to go there to get "news copy" from the teletype that we radio students would read on the college station, KTSC-FM, now "The Revolution". That is where I met Harv. Then we moved to the basement of the student center on the Belmont campus, and Harv became Harvey C and started his sportscasting career doing play by play of the football games at Dutch Clark stadium. Heady days, for sure.
Thank you,
Bob Campbell

    My old friend Harv Holliday passed away recently.  I met Harv some 45 years ago when he and I worked at KDZA when it was on Abriendo.  Harv and I hit it off right away and we became good friends.  He was always easy going and nice to my wife Flo and me.  He lived a block or two away from us on the Mesa Junction in those early days, those days of softball games, the KDZA Krazy Cagers, Donkey Basketball, and all the hijinx that ensued at the KDZA studios.  I remember he and I used to spin the hits at Ethel McGuinness's, of which Harv got me the gig.  And yes, he made Flo & me one of his famous Mexican dinners. 
    Harv went on to a long and successful career to include many awards in the television and auto industry.  We weren't in touch for years, and about a year-and-a-half ago we reconnected at an event and it was as if not all those nearly 45 years had gone by.  We had the same effortless, and easy-going chemistry.  It was a wonderful visit filled with the humor and laughter we enjoyed all those years ago.  It was the kind of visit, that makes one kick yourself and say to oneself, how could I have let all those years and our friendship slip by.      
    Thank-you to you Karen and to your daughters Holly and Kayla for a wonderful celebration of Harv's life and for all you did for him throughout his life.   He lives on in our hearts.

Sincere Condolences,
Tim & Flo Kiley     






KAREN AND GIRLS:  I POSTED A PAST PICTURE OF ONE OF OUR TEAMS THAT WE PLAYED FASTPITCH ON.  HOPE YOU ENJOY SEEING THIS.  SUCH NICE MEMORIES OF HARV AND THE OLD DAYS.  VERY NICE SERVICE FOR HARV.



Bob, thank you for sharing that! That was before our time but I do remember him mentioning it. Now I have a visual!
Karen

Karen,
It was so nice to meet you and the girls today, although I wish it had been under better circumstances. Please know that Harv was a way cool dude. The minister mentioned that Harv was "forceful", but I never knew him that way. Always super pleasant and easy-going. The only photo I have of Harvey is  early 70's when the Mass Comm Dept. would play "mud ball" in a vacant lot on the Belmont campus. It actually was more "rockball" and I thought they were nuts to play there, but Harv has the ball (and lost of skin missing, I'm sure). Team player!

I spent years playing softball with Harv  under KOAA sponsorship. Pretty good shortstop!!  He really new all the sports and was very accomplished sportscaster  Sorry to hear of his passing. Will miss those memories!
!

Harv was always really nice. He was an East Eagle baseball fan and would always come to our car wash fundraisers at Little Ceasers and joke around with us and support the team. He had a Cherokee with a manual transmission. He tossed the keys to our 1st baseman to pull it forward to wash it. Needless to say he wasn’t a seasoned driver at that point and he let off the clutch and jerked and lunged Harv’s Jeep and about took out half the team. Harv just laughed and made some jokes about it. 
 It was cool to have a TV personality around for a bunch of kids. 29 some years later I ran into him at Milk Barn and he remembered me. We chatted about the old days a little and talked about my family and stuff. Real down to earth guy. Rest easy Harv.

Sorry to hear this.  Over the years when Harv was doing his sports announcing for KOAA he will be forever remembered for his great coverage of Centennial football. That meant a lot for the school  & me personally. He was thorough & professional in his reporting. You will be missed , my man.
RIP, Harv
Coach Tom Brockman

RIP Harv Holliday and GB your family as they mourn your passing. Although I didn't know him personally, I eagerly looked forward to watching Harv Holliday's sports broadcasts on KOAA tv! This was particularly true during football season and on the weekends. He was the best at covering high school football in Pueblo, and reporting on Air Force football and, of course, the Denver Broncos. As a fan, I'd often see him at the games, along with his cameraman, creating clips for the sportscast later that night. He was a true professional and master of his craft! KOAA used to be headquartered at the top of Big Hill in Pueblo but things have changed over the years. Go easy Brother, as you join former colleagues and Station Manager John O. Gilbert, J. Ralph Carter and Lee Douglas. Respectfully, JCH

I remember looking forward to Channel 5 News because my day would end watching Harv “do his thing” before I went to bed. Heck I was still in middle school and I finally talked my Mom in letting me stay up and watch him. I had to promise that I wouldn’t oversleep because it was a school day. If I overslept, I would have to go to bed at 9:00 like before. I never overslept! Thank you Harv for bringing sports into my life. You were the best!

We are truly enjoying your memories. Please keep them coming.
Harv's Family

I remember the night of your "going away" party at Primetime. One last time for me to get a little ribbing in before you took off for Texas and Senor Spice! I remember telling you that you'd be back and you had a good laugh! Then up at Spradley one day picking up a part for my car, poof, there you were! It was good to catch up then but sadly time flew by and that was the last time we saw each other.  Farewell my friend, say hello to Lee and J. Ralph for me, and Godspeed!

One of my favorite memories is getting ready for work and listening to Harv and Frank Provenzano do the school lunch menus on KDZA!  Made me laugh and started my day always with a smile.  Along with Lee Douglas and Frank P. ; Harv was one of the great media giants of Pueblo!!!
RIP Harv!

Harv was my next door neighbor but after 12 years he became much more like a friend. He always had great cooking or vegetables from his garden to bring over. His stories were so amazing and he was fun to listen too. We will miss Harv. We protected each other’s houses  while away and I’m going to really be sad not seeing him everyday. I’m grateful to have had such a good friend in Harv. I still have his book he loaned me to read. Rest In Peace. You will always be remembered by our family.  Amy G

Harv rented from us for over 15 yrs.  Matt teased me that Harv was like one of my kids.  We are greatly sadden by this news.  Even though we sold the house I still kept in contact over the last yr.  he was a big part of our lives.  God received a good man.

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Harv was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd Harvey Cornett Jr. and Rosemary (Axtell) Cornett. 

He is survived by two daughters, Holly and Kayla Cornett; 
his wife of 18 years Karen Phelps; 
three grandchildren, Connor, Savannah and Georgia; 
and three siblings, Carlton Cornett, Lynne Cornett, and Curtis (Polly) Cornett.

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Lloyd Harvey Cornett III

27 octobre 1952 – 25 mai 2019

Imperial Memorial Gardens Funeral, Cremation & Cemetery

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