Harvey B. Hale

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Harvey B. Hale, 70, of Saratoga Springs, NY, who passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on May 27, 2025.

Harvey was born at home, in Queens, New York, on November 15, 1954, to the late Alvin Hale and Annareta Peterson Brown. He grew up with a deep love for rhythm and blues, classic films, sports and the outdoors. He loved spending time at the Saratoga Library, reading books, newspapers, journals, and magazines. He loved learning new things. He especially enjoyed playing basketball on the south side with longtime friends who affectionately referred to him as “Julio”.  Harvey’s greatest joy was spending time with his family’s younger generation. His kindness was quiet but powerful, shown through small acts of love. Family, friends, and acquaintances all knew him as a friendly and charming person. He formed deep and lasting memories with whomever he encountered. Many would see him relaxing, walking or riding his bicycle around Saratoga Springs. Harvey was a cherished father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.

Harvey graduated from Saratoga Springs High School and began to work in the community. Harvey was a dedicated Saratoga Racetrack employee.  There he worked as a cook and in the winner’s circle. He also worked for local hotels and eventually started working for the city of Saratoga Springs in the Department of Public Works.

Harvey is survived by his daughter, Natasha Hale-Carter; brothers Leslie Brown and Ronald Brown; grandchildren, Devon Carter and Jaden Carter; nephews and nieces, James Parker (Teri), Curtis Parker (Leticia) Timothy Parker (Jessica), Annareta Lea (John), Brenda Cintula (Mark) and Kimberly Beale; many more nephews and nieces; and a wide circle of friends; all of whom share fond memories.

He is preceded in death by his sisters, Loretta Parker and Alberta Hunter; brothers, Dennis Guy, Leo Brown, Hugh Brown and Alvin Brown.

A celebration of life service will be held at 12:00 pm on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY, where friends and family can call from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will follow at the Greenridge Cemetery in Saratoga Springs. Celebration of life will continue at West Side Bar & Grill at 3:00 pm.

To see the Service livestream, which will begin at 12:00 p.m. please click this link https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrjgRO4M1qYYrhoDXZoyn2w

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