Reverend Edward Cecil Harvey Sr, age 87, of Perry, Florida passed away Sunday, January 22, 2012. He was born in Jacksonville, the son of the late Irvin and Pearl Cooksey Harvey. He was a retired Baptist Minister and had lived in Perry for the past 40 years. He is survived by his sons: Edward (Noni) C. Harvey Jr. of Perry and Tim (Janice) Harvey of Lawtey, Florida. Twenty one grandchildren, thirty four great grandchildren and other family and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his sons: George Harvey and Andrew Harvey and daughter: Elizabeth Harvey Groves. A graveside funeral service will be held at 11:00am, Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at Pinkston Cemetery in Jacksonville, Florida. Arrangements are under the care and direction of FORBES FUNERAL HOME Macclenny, FL 904-259-4600. Please sign the online guestbook at www.forbesfuneralhome.net