The first person anyone would call if they needed anything fixed, and a lifelong historian; someone who wanted to know the name of any animal’s mating rituals or dietary habits, the first person anyone would call if they needed anything fixed, and a lifelong historian; someone who wanted to know the name of any animal’s mating rituals or dietary habits, the first person anyone would call if they needed anything fixed, and a lifelong historian; someone who wanted to know the name of any animal’s mating rituals or dietary habits, a proud Papa who cheered for his grandchildren’s academic and athletic achievements; a rat river who rafted more than 3,000 miles, including an 18-day trip on the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon; an avid animal lover who marveled at historic fishing and hunting methods using every part of an animal; an environmentalist who created river watersheds and game preserves; and during a long and adventurous life, Harvey built two cabins by hand, hewing logs and felling trees.
Harvey was an active member in the communities where he lived. He served as a judge for the annual Trapper’s Rendezvous and Wildlife Celebration in Colorado. He was also an organizer for the Sesquicentennial Utopia, as well as a docent at the Canyon Sabinal Museum. In addition, he served as a troop leader for the Boy Scouts of America in Fort Collins, Colorado, Erie, and Frisco. He taught hunter safety education programs in Colorado and Montrose. He also served in the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary in Colorado, and was a member of the Community Estates Ridge Boulder Association. Furthermore, he was a member of the Elks Lodge in Montrose, Colorado, and the Lion’s Club in Utopia, Texas.
Harvey Donoho was born in Houston and later moved to Sabinal, Texas, where he graduated from high school. He then received his Bachelor’s degree from Colorado State University in 1963 and returned to earn his Master’s degree in Wildlife Management in 1972. He was the second of five children born to Inez and Harold Donoho.
In 1996, Harvey ultimately stepped down as the Assistant Regional Manager for the Southwest Region of Colorado; scattered trout fry in high alpine lakes on foot and via helicopter; transferred Desert Bighorn Sheep to new locations; assisted in the reintroduction of moose into the San Juan Mountains; fulfilled responsibilities as a law enforcement officer and game warden in Summit County; and dedicated 32 years of his career to working for the Colorado Division of Wildlife, creating a rich and illustrious professional history.
Stephanie, the daughter-in-law of Paul, lives in Honokaa, Hawaii. Daniel, along with his daughter-in-law Jill and grandchildren Victoria and Jaclyn, resides in Evergreen, Colorado. Timothy Jr., Amalie, Cody, and their grandchildren Nicole, Kristina, and Timothy, as well as son-in-law Kathryn, live in Arvada, Colorado. On December 21, 1963, Carolyn and Harvey got married in Commerce City, Colorado, during the Winter Solstice. They are blessed with three children.
He is survived by his beloved extended family members, including lifelong friends, cousins, nephews, nieces, and in-laws. Among them are Campbell Matthew from Pueblo, Colorado, who holds a special place in his heart as a cherished child. He also has a sister-in-law named Connie Kimbrell from Brighton, Colorado, and another sister-in-law named Kim Donoho Bowen from Utopia, Texas. Additionally, there is Don Karen Donoho from San Antonio, Texas, who is also a sister-in-law. Furthermore, his siblings’ spouses, such as Michael Donoho’s sister-in-law from Pearland, Virginia, are part of his surviving family. Along with his children and grandchildren, Harvey’s family is truly extensive.
Harold and Inez Donoho, his mother and father, his sister Jan Saunders, and his brothers-in-law Dan (Babe) Saunders, Bobby Bowen, and Jim Kimbrell passed away before him.
Harvey and Carolyn lived in Tie Siding, Wyoming and Utopia, Texas.
In Utopia, Texas, burial will follow at Waresville Cemetery, with the memorial service held at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Vanderpool, Texas.