Harvey J. Ort, Sr. passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, May 28 2022. Harvey was born, raised and passed, on his family farm, Ort Farms.
Harvey was well-known around town as he was involved in so many aspects of life in Long Valley. Harvey was the patriarch of his family business, Ort Farms where he lived and worked his entire life. He prided himself on his work experience on the farm where he watched the business change working alongside 5 generations of his family, from his grandfather, father, sons, grandchildren all the way down to his great grandchildren. In his time at the farm he expanded the farm from a dairy operation to a wholesale and retail vegetable operation that includes pick your own and homegrown produce.
Harvey lived a very full life he spent his most recent years of retirement doing the things he loved. Harvey enjoyed making trips to Lancaster Pennsylvania where he had many friends in the Amish community, he enjoyed spending the day out there and always ended his trip with a stop at the Shady Maple.
Another hobby of Harvey’s was spending time with his many friends. Together they enjoyed weekly trips to the casino, lunches out and weekends spent at tractor pulls. Harvey was also an avid collector of antique tractors, at one time he owned over 40 of them. His favorites of course, were the John Deere.
Harvey was filled with memories and stories about past times in Long Valley or on the farm. Take a ride through Middle Valley and he could name to you who farmed each property “back in the day”, he spoke of farming in the past, stories of yesteryears in Long Valley and memories of family who had gone before him. Friends and visitors would be graced with memories from the past that are treasured stories his family and friend hold near.
Harvey instilled important values and all of his family members through his devotion to community service. He served in Long Valley Fire Company as a life member for over 70 years and he was a past member of the Long Valley First Aid Squad. He also was a bus driver and transportation coordinator for Washington Township School System for over 32 years.
Harvey leaves behind a strong legacy that will continue to thrive through his family. He had a passion for his family and his face would light up when sharing anything about his family. Harvey loved having family picnics and parties, he hosted an annual family reunion with over 150 members in attendance. One of the things Harvey enjoyed seeing the most was watching his family business grow with his children and grandchildren helping, exploring and enjoying the farm. He installed a passion for agriculture in all of his family that continues to grow today.
Harvey is survived by his 11 children, Bob Barkman, Sandy and husband John Glass, Gladys Stickel and companion Gregory Shaffer, Janie and husband Alan Hoskin, Susan, Rosemary and husband Bob Drake, Jake and wife Gean, Harvey Jr., John and wife Patty, Bill and wife Beth and Wendy. He had 21 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. He was predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Edith and his sister Sarah Beam.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840.
Visitation: Thursday June 2nd 2:00 PM- 8:00 PM at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St., Hackettstown, NJ 07840.
Services: Friday, June 3rd 11:00 AM- at the Long Valley Presbyterian Church, 39 Bartley Road, Long Valley, NJ 07853. A burial will take place a Fairmount Cemetery, Old Turnpike Road, Route 517, Califon, NJ following the funeral service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Long Valley Community Assistance Program at PO Box 660 Long Valley, NJ 07853.
Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com
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Martha Oneill says
May 31, 2022 at 4:33 pmSo sorry to hear this Loss, may you Rest in Peace
Eugenia Briskie (Beam) says
May 31, 2022 at 8:20 pmAn angel was received in heaven. Mr. Ort was a true role model. He always had a smile on his face. Always a gentleman and very giving. My thoughts and prayers are with the Ort family.
Jill Platz says
June 1, 2022 at 1:35 pmWe are sending our heart felt condolences & prayers to all of the Ort family.
He was truly a good man.. He’ll be missed from our community.
Sincerely, Jill ( Snook) & Bill Platz
K Cornell says
June 1, 2022 at 2:00 pmRest In Peace Mr Ort. You could not have picked a more beautiful time of year then springtime to pass on
Ferrante family says
June 2, 2022 at 12:53 amThe world lost a great man. A genuine hard working blue collar guy. One of the easiest people to talk to that I ever met. Heavan gained a true angel
Joe Knarr says
June 2, 2022 at 1:24 amI always enjoyed chatting with Harvey about Long Valley and the group of “old timers” we knew and the fun we had back then! He was a great historian and a great friend and family man. He will be early missed!
John Zedowski says
June 2, 2022 at 1:24 pmLongtime friend, a great man that cared about his community, always there to help others. He will be greatly missed.
When I think of Harvey, I know his time was well spent here on this earth. he’s now with the angles.
Karen Williams (Betyeman) says
June 2, 2022 at 2:06 pmGod Bless you Harvey Ort! Thanks for keeping farming as your passion and not giving up during changing times! Your legacy will never be forgotten! 💞
Janette Shann says
June 2, 2022 at 3:08 pmOur condolences to all of the family 🙏❤️ we come every year, it’s become a family tradition and brought our children there to love and appreciate the agriculture and of course the animals. Thank you Bill and Janette Shann
Gary Stecker jr says
June 2, 2022 at 8:31 pmRest In Peace Harvey. Will miss talking with you. I’ve learned a lot from you over the years.
Paul holl says
June 3, 2022 at 12:46 amSorry for your loss…rest in piece mr. Ort..it was nice visiting you when I was up and was always wonderful listening to the past…
Jerily DeWorken says
June 3, 2022 at 8:39 pmSo sad to hear about Harvey. I drove for him for years…he was a kind and fair boss. He will be greatly missed.
Andre Brezina says
June 3, 2022 at 9:05 pmTo the entire Ort family and spouses. May God comfort you with peace and serenity in the knowledge that Harvey Sr. left a great legacy behind in all of you.
Sincerely,
Andre Brezina
Betty Jane Schoonover says
June 11, 2022 at 4:51 pmRosie and Bobby and entire family, So sorry for your loss.
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