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Harvey Stower, the mayor of Amery and former Wisconsin state legislator, passed away Tuesday from cardiac arrest. Stower was a native of Frederic.
Representative Ann Hraychuck released a statement, Tuesday, regarding Mayor Stower’s passing. She said,“It is truly a sad day for the people of Wisconsin. With the passing of Mayor Harvey Stower we have lost one of our great public servants. Harvey’s compassionate leadership knew no boundaries—he had an extraordinary ability to bridge both the partisan and geographic divide. He was a true statesman, a mentor, and friend. Harvey approached his public service with high moral and ethical standards, leaving a legacy that we all can strive to emulate. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.”
State Senator Sheila Harsdorf offered similar sentiments. She said “Harvey exemplified dignity and class in his role as a political leader from Northwest Wisconsin. He put the interests of those he served first and it was truly extraordinary how he carried himself in public and private affairs. He was sincere and charismatic, and served as a role model for those interested in public service.”
Harvey Stower was 65 years old.