Harvey Lamar Dodd, age 77, of Alto, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 27, 2026.
Born on January 21, 1949, in Alto, he was the beloved son of the late Chester Dodd, Sr. and Margaret Davidson Dodd. Harvey was known as a hardworking, dependable man who took great pride in providing for his family. He retired from Norfolk Southern as a Welding Supervisor after many dedicated years of service. Never one to shy away from honest work, he continued working in the logging industry for many years following his retirement from the railroad. His strong work ethic was matched only by his deep love for his family.
Above all, Harvey treasured the time he spent with his loving wife, children, and grandchildren. His family was the center of his world, and his greatest joy came from sharing life’s simple, meaningful moments with them. Harvey’s life reflected his steady faith and quiet devotion. He attended Yonah Congregational Holiness Church.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Heyward Dodd, and his brother-in-law, Roger Armour.
Harvey leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife of 52 years, Gloria Armour Dodd; daughter and son-in-law, Amy Dodd Boisclair (DJ); son and daughter-in-law, Sidney Dodd (Stacy); grandchildren, Taylor Boisclair (Logann), Jackson Boisclair, and Shelton Dodd; and great-grandson, Beau Boisclair. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters-in-law, Hoyt Dodd (Joann) and Chester Dodd, Jr. “Pete” (Jeanette); brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Doug Armour (Anita); sister-in-law, Genell Armour; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and a host of friends who will deeply miss him.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2026, from the Chapel of McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home with Rev. John Umberhant, Rev. Danny Oliver and Mr. Hoyt Dodd officiating. Interment will follow in the Yonah Congregational Holiness Church Cemetery with Rev. Tim Beasley officiating at the graveside.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, March 02, 2026.
An online guest registry is available for the Dodd family at www.mcgaheegriffinandmcentire.com.
McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706/778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.
