Category Archives: Alumni

Larry Dean Harvey — Class of 1977

Larry Dean Harvey, known to most as “Harv”, passed away January 23rd, 2024 in Lancaster, CA. He was 64yrs, 10mo and 2 days. He was born on March 21st, 1959 in Bishop, CA to Gale Dokken Harvey and Zelda Adele Harrah and joined his big sister Debbie. His baby brother Bill arrived 8yrs later. Harv lived his entire life in the Argus Heights Neighborhood of Trona, CA. He attended Trona Schools and graduated from Trona High School in 1977. On March 25th, 1978 he married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Pennie Duffell. Harv worked in the Trona/Ridgecrest area for various communications companies and was often referred to as the “phone guy”. He loved spending time with all his family, traveling to South Carolina to see his son Neil, Neils wife Angie, his grandkids Aundrea, Fred, Gracie, Jack and his Great Grandson, Freddy. Harv was a jokester and loved telling jokes and good stories. Friday’s in the Harvey house was the traditional BBQ night and he could be found barbecuing a good burger. On weekends he would always be tinkering in the garage.

He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Pennie, his son Neil and his wife Angie of Greer, SC, daughter Sara of Trona, grandchildren Aundrea, Fred, Gracie, & Jack all of Greer, SC. Great grandson Freddy also of Greer, SC, brother Bill Harvey of Trona, numerous In laws that he considered sisters and brothers, numerous nieces and nephews as well as great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gale, who passed away on April 25, 1995, and Zelda, who passed away October 9, 2016. Sister Debbie Harvey Kleitman who passed away November 30th, 2023.

Brian Lee Kendall (1959-2024) — Class of 1977

Brian Lee Kendall 64, of Decatur passed away on Friday, 04/12/2024 at home. The family will greet friends from 4pm to 7pm on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Moran and Goebel Funeral Home.

A celebration of life in true Brian fashion will take place at 3350 W. Marietta Street, Decatur, Illinois 62522 on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, from 11 am to 6 pm.

Brian was born May 24, 1959, to Howard and Betty (Hill) Kendall in Longview, Illinois. Brian was a carpenter/roofer by trade. Brian had a dedicated and accomplished work ethic. He was an avid Chicago Bears fan. He belonged to the Eagles Lodge and was a long-time member. His greatest passion in life was spending time with those he loved, and hosting cook outs.

Brian is survived and lovingly remembered by his children, Josh (Brandy) Kendall, Gabrielle (Christopher Coble) Kendall, Mariah (Travis) Tuttle, partner, Dawn Brown, his brothers, Dennis “Chrome” Kendall, Michael (Patricia) Kendall, Alan Kendall, honorary sister and best friend, Michelle Kendall and Grandchildren, Makaylie Gossett, Nathan Hanson, Brayden, Emelia, Wyatt Coble, Bradley, Andrew, Kaywin Tuttle.

Brian is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Randy Kendall.

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