Obituary of Harvey Alan Davids

August 1, 1944 – October 27, 2024

Harvey Alan Davids of Calgary, AB, passed away suddenly on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at 80 years of age. Harvey was raised in Lethbridge, and went to University in Edmonton and London, Ontario, before returning to Calgary where he started his career.

Harvey was a pioneer of Olympic Pin trading, beginning in 1988 at the Calgary Olympics. He embodied the Olympic spirit, travelling to seventeen Olympic Games, some with his wife and brother. Harvey was the owner of Collector's Corner, a renowned memorabilia and antique store in Calgary. He was a sharp collector and enjoyed working with his customers on buying and selling items. His involvement in these activities continued until his passing.

His true passion was his beloved family. Predeceased by his wife and son, he enjoyed family time with his daughter Danielle and her family. His greatest joy was taking his grandchildren to their various sporting events and cheering them on. Friday night Happy Hours were special family times. He was a proud Zaida.

Harvey loved socializing and being with friends - old and new. To know him was to be his friend. His kindness, generosity, and caring spirit made everyone welcome in his presence and in his home.

Left to mourn Harvey is his daughter Danielle (Michael) McGhan, grandchildren, Sophia, Erick, and Alivia; brothers, Ken (Sheila) and Barry (Karen); sister Bev (Harvey) Silverstone, sisters-in-law, Ann Marie and Agnes Ross; brothers-in-law, Peter (Sheila), Allan (Indra), and Ian (Rhonda) Ross, Ernie Stokes; and many nephews, nieces, and cousins, all who loved Harvey dearly and will miss him. Harvey was predeceased by his wife Margaret-Rose, his son Ryan, and sister-in-law Terry Stokes.

Funeral Services will be held at McInnis & Holloway (2720 Centre Street N, Calgary, AB) on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery (3219 - 4th Street NW, Calgary, AB). Reception to follow in the Hospitality Centre at the Funeral Home.

Family and friends who are unable to attend in person are invited to join Mr. Davids’ service streamed live (see link below) on the day of the service. For those who are unable to view live, a recording of the service will be posted.

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In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to a charity of your choice in Harvey's name.

In living memory of Harvey Davids, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 Centre Street North, Calgary, AB T2E 2V6, Telephone: 403-276-2296.