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Carol City United Methodist Church
Date: 12-19-2025
Time: 11:00 AM
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Obituary
Lola Mae Wright Harvey was born on March 4, 1928, in St. Augustine, Florida, to Emanuel Wright and Jessie Wright (Semame). Though her birth certificate marked March 4, Lola joyfully celebrated her birthday on May 21 for decades—a tradition her family lovingly embraced and upheld. She departed peacefully in the morning on December 6, 2025.
Raised and educated in St. Augustine within the St. John’s County school system, Lola moved to Pensacola in the early 1940s where she continued to grow into the strong, stylish, and vibrant woman her family and community would come to admire. By the mid-1950s, she settled in Miami, the place where she would build a full, meaningful life shaped by hard work, deep faith, and unwavering devotion to those she loved.
In Miami, Lola became a faithful and committed member of Carol City United Methodist Church, worshipping and fellowshipping with a congregation she cherished.
A gifted and well-known mixologist, Lola worked throughout Miami’s historic Overtown and Liberty City communities. Her presence graced beloved establishments such as 54th Street Lounge, New Frontier, Satellite, Big Daddy’s, and Randy’s. Behind the bar, she was a trusted and familiar face—always poised, always sharp, and always in style.
Lola loved a good game. Whether confidently clicking dominoes, cheering on her Miami Heat and Miami Dolphins, or settling in at the card table for bid whist or spades, her competitive spirit made her both a fun partner and a formidable opponent. She also possessed an undeniable passion for fashion. Renowned for her elegance from head to toe, she frequently claimed first place in fashion shows at the De Hostos Senior Center where she was a devoted member for many years. Outside of mixing drinks, fashion was her art and her joy.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her aunts, Mary Bell Kemp and Eloise Mercado; sister, Willie Lee Culpepper; sons, Michael Joseph Harvey and Walter Harvey, Jr.; daughter-in-law, Patricia Harvey; and great-grandson, Semaj Brown.
She leaves to cherish her memory: sons, Lewis Harvey, Richard L. Harvey (Shirley), John I. Harvey (Dorothy), and Phil Edgecomb; daughter, Mary L. Harvey; and daughter-in-law, Mary E. Harvey. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Robert Harvey (Juliet), Gregory Pace (Jacqueline), Kevin Harvey, Timothy Harvey (Paula), Richard Harvey, Keith Harvey (Debra), Eddie Rose (Stephanie), John I. Harvey II (Crystal), Chauntey Harvey, Tammy Denson (Vincent), Zelandra Harvey Brown (James), Nicke Rose Gebrosky (Rusty), and Tyra Harvey Bass (Robert).
She is further survived by her nephews, Paul Mercado (Janice) and Lewis “Chuck” Mercado; niece, Eldria Kemp (Johnny); and her bonus son, Pratt Hardley (Toni)—each forever connected to her through love, family ties, and cherished memories.
Her legacy continues through her 28 great-grandchildren, 19 great-greatgrandchildren, and a host of extended family and friends, all carrying pieces of her strength, grace, and radiant spirit.
Affectionately known as “Momma,” “Grandma,” “Momma Lola,” “Auntie,” and “Queen Wynnwood,” Lola Mae Wright Harvey lived a life of purpose, poise, and personality. Her faith guided her, her style defined her, and her love shaped generations. Her memory will forever remain in the hearts of all who loved her.
Raised and educated in St. Augustine within the St. John’s County school system, Lola moved to Pensacola in the early 1940s where she continued to grow into the strong, stylish, and vibrant woman her family and community would come to admire. By the mid-1950s, she settled in Miami, the place where she would build a full, meaningful life shaped by hard work, deep faith, and unwavering devotion to those she loved.
In Miami, Lola became a faithful and committed member of Carol City United Methodist Church, worshipping and fellowshipping with a congregation she cherished.
A gifted and well-known mixologist, Lola worked throughout Miami’s historic Overtown and Liberty City communities. Her presence graced beloved establishments such as 54th Street Lounge, New Frontier, Satellite, Big Daddy’s, and Randy’s. Behind the bar, she was a trusted and familiar face—always poised, always sharp, and always in style.
Lola loved a good game. Whether confidently clicking dominoes, cheering on her Miami Heat and Miami Dolphins, or settling in at the card table for bid whist or spades, her competitive spirit made her both a fun partner and a formidable opponent. She also possessed an undeniable passion for fashion. Renowned for her elegance from head to toe, she frequently claimed first place in fashion shows at the De Hostos Senior Center where she was a devoted member for many years. Outside of mixing drinks, fashion was her art and her joy.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her aunts, Mary Bell Kemp and Eloise Mercado; sister, Willie Lee Culpepper; sons, Michael Joseph Harvey and Walter Harvey, Jr.; daughter-in-law, Patricia Harvey; and great-grandson, Semaj Brown.
She leaves to cherish her memory: sons, Lewis Harvey, Richard L. Harvey (Shirley), John I. Harvey (Dorothy), and Phil Edgecomb; daughter, Mary L. Harvey; and daughter-in-law, Mary E. Harvey. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Robert Harvey (Juliet), Gregory Pace (Jacqueline), Kevin Harvey, Timothy Harvey (Paula), Richard Harvey, Keith Harvey (Debra), Eddie Rose (Stephanie), John I. Harvey II (Crystal), Chauntey Harvey, Tammy Denson (Vincent), Zelandra Harvey Brown (James), Nicke Rose Gebrosky (Rusty), and Tyra Harvey Bass (Robert).
She is further survived by her nephews, Paul Mercado (Janice) and Lewis “Chuck” Mercado; niece, Eldria Kemp (Johnny); and her bonus son, Pratt Hardley (Toni)—each forever connected to her through love, family ties, and cherished memories.
Her legacy continues through her 28 great-grandchildren, 19 great-greatgrandchildren, and a host of extended family and friends, all carrying pieces of her strength, grace, and radiant spirit.
Affectionately known as “Momma,” “Grandma,” “Momma Lola,” “Auntie,” and “Queen Wynnwood,” Lola Mae Wright Harvey lived a life of purpose, poise, and personality. Her faith guided her, her style defined her, and her love shaped generations. Her memory will forever remain in the hearts of all who loved her.