Carl Syprian Harvey, Jr. (Syprian/Doc), an extraordinarily beautiful and kind man, artist, friend, teacher, parent, and lover died on September 30, 2026, in his home surrounded by love. Earth will simply never be the same. Syprian was a man of kindness, an ethereal center of calmness creating a safe space of love, light, and peace for anyone who entered his orbit.

Syprian was born on January 6, 1947, to Carl Syprian Harvey Sr. and Orvetta Dawn Williams Harvey. He was blessed with a best friend in his sister, Georgia, born a year later. His parents were both in the military so he grew up all over the United States and in Germany. Syprian's best memories were living on their farm in Gettysburg, PA., and his time with his Grandmother and cousins in Fleeton, VA. On the farm, his sister and he had horses named Princess Star and Topper. He graduated Youngstown State University (Youngstown, Ohio) in 1969 earning degrees in English, philosophy, with a minor in physics. He found his vocation in education. In 1971, after teaching elementary school for a year, he moved to Germany. Upon arrival he got a job at the commissary at the same U. S. base his parents were at one time stationed. He found that he did not care for blood sausage and that you should never wrap leftovers in a napkin and put them in your pocket. Later he went to Singapore while working for a German camera company teaching English to the employees and helping translate the instruction books to English. In 1973, he returned to Germany to teach English at Dr. Buhmann Schule & Academie and Bernd Blindow Schule in Hannover. In Germany, he met his first love, his late wife, Monika. They had a son, Benjamin, in 1974. In the mid 80's he and his family moved back to the United States where he taught high school in Orlando, Fla and later in Asheville, NC. A cherished teacher and mentor, students kept in touch over the years telling stories of how he changed their lives and his tremendous kindness.

Following in the footsteps of his beloved mother, Orvetta, Syprian began exploring his artistic self. His sister, Georgia, was an integral encouragement in this endeavor. Painting and metal sculpture became a way of life. His love for welding led him to working at Karpen Steel in Buncombe County, NC. Here, he was able to hone his techniques and be a part of a community who appreciated the craft.

After Monika passed away, Syprian continued his art, his loss fueling his passion. The art was prolific and he had solo shows and collectors. He created a whole art universe called The Asylum with numerous characters from patients to doctors to psychiatrists to nurses (in honor of his mother, who was a nurse) that inhabited a psychiatric hospital. With his art he maintained a teaching and mentoring mentality; sharing his art and love of welding with many through art shows, apprenticeships, and just his vivacious, joyful personality. Syprian was indeed a vital thread in the fabric of humanity. Eventually Syprian moved to Greenville, South Carolina and opened Asylum Art Studio. Here, he found a profound friendship with artist, Jennifer Lynne Ziemann. The two formed an intricate bond over art, poetry, philosophy, Buddhism, yoga, and most importantly finding joy after loss. As the stars would have it, they fell keenly in love. In 2016, they bought a tiny farm in The Allegheny Mountains calling it The Way Station. They married March 30, 2018.

Syprian loved his family, dogs, chickens, and gardening. When it came to tomatoes and zucchini he was a magician. Syprian found peace riding his motorcycle and getting lost with Jennifer in the mountains. Of course, his love of art continued. Little known fact, Syprian was an enthusiastic dancer often tripping the light fantastic with Jennifer, while an eclectic arrange of music played late into the night. His love of music was something he carried with him until the end tapping a finger or foot when he could no longer fully body groove; humming as he departed for the infinite cosmos.

Over the years, he was the benefactor of many; helping them through emotional and financial hardships. Many of his kindnesses were done without the other person ever knowing that he was the one who helped. Finding Buddhism and yoga later in life, he became even more giving of his time, love, and compassion. Syprian made a person the center of his attention when he engaged with them. He listened intently and never failed to lend aid whether it was help with art, plumbing, or digging a ditch. We mourn a human being whose thoughtfulness and joy of living had a colossal reverberation on others. Sadhu, sadhu, sadhu.

He is survived by his wife, Jennifer; stepsons Roby Hubbard and Jeffrey (Jane) Hubbard; son Benjamin Harvey; grandchildren Alexander Hubbard, Jonah Harvey, and Phoenix Harvey; in laws Bob Ziemann and Pat Ziemann, a melody of beloved cousins, dear friends Frank Zitello and Michael Mellinthin, and last but not least his princess dog, Athena Ballerina along with beloved chicken, Wilhelmina.

Syprian was preceded in death by his parents Carl and Orvetta Harvey; his first wife, Monika Harvey; his best friend and sister, Georgia Herman and her spouse Stan Herman; and two loyal dogs, Rudolf and Toby along with the chickens, Pearl and Merledene.

At Syprian's request there will not be a formal funeral. In order to give private time to grieve, the family plans to have a garden celebration of his life at a later date to be announced.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please make a donation in honor of Syprian Harvey to the Allegany Arts Council supporting arts in Allegany County, MD or Safe Harbor providing pathways to survivor-ship for victims of domestic violence in Greenville, SC, and the surrounding upstate area. Both of these non-profits were dear to Syprian's heart.

Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A. is entrusted with arrangements.