Commercial Fisherman Justin Harvey of Wakefield Dies at 36 in Tragic Accident

Friday, October 07, 2022

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Justin Harvey, 36, of Wakefield, RI, passed away unexpectedly in a tragic accident on October 1, 2022. Born into a multi-generational tradition of commercial fishing, Justin loved being at sea and had just returned home from a six-day trip. The only thing Justin loved more in the world than fishing was his 16-month-old son Sturgeon David. His son was all he had ever wanted and Justin was looking forward to spending time together and watching him grow. 

 

Justin was born in South Kingstown, RI to Janet Harvey and Bruce Harvey. From a young age, Justin displayed exceptional talent for mechanical engineering and constantly was fixing the world around him. While Justin was a fisherman at heart he also had some wonderful adventures in Colorado with friends. While there he worked in logging and had many wild stories to tell when he returned. When he wasn’t on the water or trailblazing the woods on land he could be found bringing joy and laughter to whomever he met no matter the situation he was in. 

 

Besides his son, he is survived by his mother Janet and her husband John of Wakefield; his father Bruce, and his wife Cathy of Charlestown; his sisters Jessica and Alison of Wakefield; his brother Shawn; as well as Amanda, Rachael and Megan of Charlestown; his aunt and uncle Jayne and Donald Fox and their daughter Halle of Wakefield, as well as uncle John Harvey; cousins, Jamie and Joe Harvey. His friends and family will always remember his unique way of doing things. As he stated he “had to put his stink on everything he touched” Justin had a special way of making people laugh and feel included and though it’s hard to believe he’s gone, he will never be forgotten. His family and friends are forever grateful to have known and loved him. 

 

Visiting hours will be held Tuesday, October 11, 2022 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm in Avery-Storti Funeral Home, 88 Columbia St., Wakefield. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pt. Judith Fisherman’s Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 386, Narragansett, RI 02882.


Since 1863, Avery-Storti Funeral Home & Crematory has provided families in South County with caring and professional service. To maintain high standards people have come to expect from them, they are always looking for better ways to serve you. Their family and staff have developed a tradition of caring by assisting families with funeral arrangements for many years. In a time of need, it's natural to trust in friends and neighbors for help and support. At Avery-Storti Funeral Home, their funeral professionals are your friends, known and trusted by families who have lived here for generations. They are proud to be the family-owned and locally operated funeral home of choice and only crematory in South County and are committed to serving families just like yours. Their goal has always been to provide personalized, compassionate, and professional service - before, during, and after the funeral of your loved one. When you think about whom to turn to in your time of need, it's nice to know you can always turn to Avery-Storti Funeral Home & Crematory. 

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