Harvey was born on February 5, 1938 in Rudolph, WI to John & Mayme (Wynberg) Wydeven. Harvey was a 1957 graduate of Tomahawk High School. He was married to Charlene Searl in March of 1961. Together, they had two children. Harvey was a dairy farmer for many years. He also worked at Green Giant in Rosendale, he sold real estate as Wydeven Real Estate & Auction, and also had Wydeven Tours for many years leading tours of old country music towns like Branson, Nashville & Dollywood.
Harvey is survived by his two daughters – Sheryl Desotelle & Kim (Jeff) Bowers; 5 grandchildren – Jonathan Wydeven, Kristen Desotelle, Samantha (Josh Holzhizer) Desotelle, Dylon (Autumn) Lyons & Lukas Lyons; and 3 great grandchildren with the fourth due in May – Jonathon Wydeven, Jr., Alexander Wydeven & Dominic Cruz. He is further survived by his sisters – Myra Coombs, Louise Dunow & Alice May Harris. Harvey is preceded in death by his parents, wife - Charlene, brother – Jul, grandson – Jimmy, nephews – Marcus & Don & sister – Margaret.
The Funeral Service for Harvey Wydeven will take place at 11:00AM on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at Krueger Family Funeral Home. The visitation will take place on Monday, January 6, 2020 from 4:00PM until 7:00PM. Visitation will continue from 10:00AM until the time of service at 11:00AM. Burial will take place at Oak Hill Cemetery in Skanawan.
The family would like to especially thank Dr. Peterson and his staff and Harvey’s caregivers – Lynn Archer & Sue Doucette for all their wonderful care.
Krueger Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements. You may view the full obituary and service times at www.kruegerfamilyfuneral.com