MAV Posted January 15, 2008 Share Posted January 15, 2008 My husband will understand…I loved Harvey Wingo. He’d understand because we both loved and admired that wonderful guy. I have known and talked with Harvey for many years but it wasn’t until this past summer in Atlanta that I had a chance to really converse with him. His life was so varied, full, exciting…I begged for an ‘official’ interview, but he resisted. “Nah. They don’t want to know about me. It’s all about the kids,” he said quietly. I kept trying each time we met throughout the summer, but he’d smile and wave me off. I really wish I had just one more chance. God bless you, Harvey. The marching arts are a little sadder now without you. You will be sorely missed. MAV A Harvey Wingo Fan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tubamann Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 I cant tell you how many times I saw Harvey on the sidelines at DCI and the Regionals. He was to me just part of the DCI experience, standing there, imposing yet gentle, waiting for the corps to go. It will strange to see someone else with the BIG clipboard and Blue Numbers. My prayers go out to his family and colleauges at DCI. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEVisual Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 (edited) I've known Harvey a little over 10 years. We judged quite a few shows together over those years and the knowledge that I gained from him during that time can't even be put into words. I feel that I've lost a colleague, a mentor, and more importantly a great friend. Harvey always worked so tirelessly behind the scenes at WGI each year and always with a huge smile on his face. It won't be the same without him. I'm sure he and Bob Wiles are now together in heaven either coordinating some pageantry event or hitting the golf course. Rest in peace my friend - you will be greatly missed. Edited March 3, 2008 by GEVisual Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VK91295 Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 I have known Harvey for years!! He will be truely missed by everyone. My heart and prayers to out to Lois and his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fran Haring Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 (edited) I am so sorry to hear this news. I had the privilege of working with Harvey in 2001 and 2002 when I did the PA work for the DCI East show, the two years the show was held in Philadelphia. What a gentlemen, and a class act all the way. It was the first time I had worked with the full DCI touring crew, and he went out of his way to make me feel welcome and feel like part of the team. Great chief judge, too. He knew the rulebook inside and out. RIP, Harvey. Fran Edited January 17, 2008 by Fran Haring Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hallrc Posted January 18, 2008 Share Posted January 18, 2008 Could someone please post information regarding the wake/funeral, once it has been finalized? Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knight_of_old Posted January 18, 2008 Share Posted January 18, 2008 Part of me died on Sunday, too Harvey Wingo will be sorely missed by us all on the event staff he was such a gentle giant. Rest In Peace, Harvey you will be remembered always Al Ratcliffe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cymbalism Posted January 18, 2008 Share Posted January 18, 2008 Monday January 21 Visitation 4pm-7pm Tuesday January 22 Funeral 12:00 Noon Location Austin A Layne 7302 West Florissant Road St.Louis MO 63136 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMKuzma Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 This is truly a sad day for the performing arts activity. The past couple years I've known Harvey have made an impact on me tremendously. One thing that I will always remember him for was the way he would put the members first. He always gave the drum corps the benefit of the doubt whenever there was an issue on the field, especially when he didn't have to (when we were obviously late to the gate or broke a boundary). I'm going to miss him... -GM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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