Harvey passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 in his 90th year with his family by his side. Born in Clarksburg on Dec 2, 1934., a son of the late William and Hazel (nee Haines) Dinsmore.

Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Londry) for 63 years.
Harvey was the much-loved father of Dale (Gayle), Todd, Colin (Sharon) and Kelly (Dustin) Soulliere. Loving Grandpa to Curtis (Kelly), Jordan, Ayla (Sean), Jessie, Charlie, Claire, Olivia, Cole, Nolan and Gavin. Great Grandpa to Stella, Juniper and Nash. He will be missed by his brothers Murray (Donna) and Elwood (late Joan).

Predeceased by sisters Audrey (Wallace) McDougall, Jessie (Maurice) Dawn, and step sisters Jean and Helen.

Harvey grew up on a farm on the Clarksburg sideroad, along with his 4 siblings. He attended school at the Clarksburg Public School. As the eldest son, following public school, Harvey moved on to help is father fulltime on the family farm. During his younger years he was also a part of the young people’s group at the Free Methodist Church and played the trombone in the band with his sisters and brothers.

In 1961, Harvey and Patricia were married and started their life together on a farm on the town line in Thornbury overlooking Georgian Bay. Harvey was a hard-working mixed farmer, and also spent time surveying land around this area and north eastern Ontario.

In 1994, Harvey and Patricia moved to Beaver Valley and built a new home after their son took over the family farm. Here, Harvey raised sheep and chickens which prompted many spontaneous visits from local neighbours. Harvey enjoyed fixing and collecting clocks and participating as a member of the Maple Leaf Rifle Club. He also enjoyed listening to the bagpipes and attending the Fergus Highland Games. Although Harvey loved spending time at home, he and Patricia had opportunities to take some memorable trips together across Canada to both the east and west coasts, as well as Scotland and Ireland.

Harvey will be dearly missed by his family, friends and neighbours.

A funeral service will be conducted at the Blue Mountains Community Church on Monday, May 20, 2024 at 11 o’clock. Harvey’s family will receive friends for visiting the hour prior to service. A service of committal and interment will take place at Thornbury-Clarksburg Union Cemetery.

As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation or Blue Mountain Community Church (cheques only please) would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted.