Wallace Harvey

Wallace M. Harvey, US Army Master Sergeant

Wallace Montgomery Harvey (Wally) passed peacefully on Sunday, August 3, 2025.

Born April 15, 1938, to Helen Harvey (Monty) and Forrest Harvey (Frosty) in Phoenix, Arizona, where they lived during his childhood until 1952, when the family moved to Wickenburg, Arizona. Wally's father, Frosty, became the only veterinarian serving large and small animals in that community and beyond for more than 15 years.

Wally graduated from Wickenburg High School in 1956 and attended Northern Arizona University and Arizona State University. He worked at the local gas station on US 60 and then as a surveyor for the Highway Department. It was during this time that he was introduced to his lifelong love, Susan. They married in 1961; in 1967, their son, Wallace Jr. (Bill) was born.

Wally enlisted in the United States Army in 1961. The Army would be a large part of their lives as he proudly served in different locations and capacities throughout most of his adult life. During his tour of duty in Vietnam, he was awarded the prestigious Bronze Star. He retired from active duty with the rank of Sergeant First Class, then continued to serve in the Army Reserve, retiring with the rank of Master Sergeant, and also worked as a civilian employee for The Department of the Army in Fresno, California.

An avid photographer and rare/vintage camera collector, it was only appropriate for Wally to take up post-retirement working at Fresno's Horn Photo store. Many friends and family members have fond memories of Wally taking their photographs, giving them their very first cameras, or teaching the inner-workings and operation of an old camera.

Sadly, Wally lost Susan in 2000; their marriage spanned 39 years. Losing her affected the remainder of his life. He spoke of her often and still felt her loss in his final days.

After moving back to Wickenburg, Wally was heavily involved in his Wickenburg High School Class of 1956 and assisted over the years with reunions and staying in touch with many of his lifelong friends. Wally had a deep interest in keeping old friends and family members connected and was usually at the center of organizing family gatherings on his visits back to Phoenix.

His many travels and experiences in life provided colorful and fascinating stories about his family, military service, places he lived and the history of Wickenburg. Wally will be fondly remembered as a true friend and family patriarch, with an incredible sense of humor and gift for epic storytelling, but his legacy will be his love and dedication to his wife and son.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his loving wife, Susan. He is survived by his son, Wallace Jr., his cousin, Sharon Lindquist, and many loving nieces, nephews, family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, a contribution can be made to Arizona public radio or television, as he enjoyed many hours listening and watching.

Arizona Public Broadcasting System Donation link

Arizona Friends of Public Radio Donation Link