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Thursday, December 4, 2025

In Loving Memory of Harvey Lee Roper, 70, of Lake Wales

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Harvey Lee Roper of Lake Wales passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at George Forsythe Hospice House in Auburndale.

He was born January 23, 1955 in Wilson, North Carolina to the late William and Doris Roper; he moved to Lake Wales from Bartow in 1987. Harvey was a retired copy machine repairman. He loved to be on the open road riding his Harley, but especially loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Harvey was preceded in death by his brothers, Lewis Roper and Billy Roper. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Lisa E. Roper; daughter, Stephanie Roper of Lakeland; sons, Brandon Roper of Lake Wales, Chrisopher Roper of Lakeland, Eric Roper; brother, Ray Roper; and two grandchildren.

No services are scheduled at this time. 

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Maria Iannucci

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