Time For Memory

Richard Harmon Hardy

1947 - 2008

In loving memory of Richard Harmon Hardy 61, born May 29, 1947 and died September 4, 2008 in route home from a business trip in Houston.

Richard was a lifelong citizen of Silsbee, Texas. He was a graduate of Silsbee High School and served in the United States Army. He served as Vice President of First National Bank. He was a member of the Silsbee Country Club; Mens Golf Assoc.; and a Director of the Silsbee Chamber of Commerce. Richard presently co-owned and operated Silsbee Motor Company in Silsbee.

Richard was a man of deep loyalty and love for his family, friends and community. He loved the outdoors and had a passion for the beauty of nature. He shared his love for cooking by always offering his creations to his friends who often stopped by for a visit. Richard touched many lives in the Silsbee community as an organizer of Cruise-N-Silsbee which benefits Helping Hands. Richard was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Silsbee.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Barbie of Silsbee; daughters Kristine Smith and husband Cole of The Woodlands; Kathryn Hardy and her fiancé Chris Norsworthy of The Woodlands; and two granddaughters; Allison and Claire Smith; brothers Thomas Hardy and wife LaNell and Pat Hardy and wife Lynn of Silsbee.; and a multitude of nieces, nephews and friends.

Visitation will be Saturday Sept. 6 beginning at 5:00p.m. Funeral services will be held Sunday, September 7 at 2:00p.p. at the First Baptist Church in Silsbee with burial following at Resthaven Cemetery also in Silsbee.

There are currently 46 condolences.

DEEDEE LLOYD SMITH dee.smith19@sbcglobal.net Monday September 22, 2008 at 2:02 PM
Barbie and Family: I am so sorry for your loss and the communities loss of a fine man.

Lea Anne (Bloodworth) Hicks Friday September 12, 2008 at 8:18 PM
Barbie, I was saddened to hear of the loss of your husband. My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family.

Mark and Mary Hill Thursday September 11, 2008 at 12:18 PM
SO sorry for your tremendous loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers ALL day EVERY day. Even Taylor has bursted out in prayer about this. We love you!

Sandy Wager Wednesday September 10, 2008 at 11:00 AM
Dear Hardy family: Words cannot begin to express my sincere sympathy for all of you at this time. I only knew Richard through his beautiful wife, Barbie, but it was so obvious how much he adored his family by the wonderful stories I would hear Barbie tell at school. What a precious gift to have shared a life with a man of such unbelievable love and admiration for life. Please know that I'm keeping you all in my constant thoughts and prayers. Sandy Wager

John and Shani Griffin sgriffin@silsbeeisd.org Wednesday September 10, 2008 at 10:52 AM
Barbie, We are so very sorry for your great loss, both for you and your girls. We are praying for strength and comfort for you and your family. We love you.

Nanci Gandy Wednesday September 10, 2008 at 12:19 AM
Kate and family, Our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Your dad was an incredible man and clearly influenced so many. I feel fortunate to have met him--I know his wonderful, rich legacy will carry on in you. We will be praying for your family. Geff and Nanci Gandy

Lynda Gore MsAstor_1@sbcglobal.net Monday September 8, 2008 at 10:28 PM
Barbie, My deepest sympathy for your loss. I can't imagine the shock. I thought of yall every time I drove to Silsbee - looked at your beautiful home and always the cars on his lot. Please let me know what I can do for you and your girls. Lynda Vern

Dr. Nathan Sprague Monday September 8, 2008 at 3:36 PM
Barbie, Kris, and Kate, My heart goes out to you and your family. Richard was one of the most amazing men I have ever had the privilege of knowing. He had such a great influence on my life. No one has ever been so giving of himself to others. I loved him very much, as did all that came to know him. I am a better man because of Richard Hardy. He will be greatly missed. Deepest Sympathy, Nathan

Ronald and Mary Ann Renz mrenz1939@bellsouth.net Monday September 8, 2008 at 3:00 PM
We learned of Richard tragic death this past (09-07-08) weekend and were so shocked and just could not believe it. We would like to extend to Barbie, daughters, and family our heart felt condolenes. Richard was such a great person always friendly with that grand smile. Barbie you and Richard were such a great looking young couple and even better in latter years. My heart and prayers are with you, your daughters and extended family. We have been blessed to have known Richard and you Barbie.

Monday September 8, 2008 at 11:27 AM
YOU ARE ALL IN OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS. WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOU LOSS. TRUMAN & NAN GORE, GEORGIA & ROCKY EASON, & MISTY & IRA CALLAWAY

Mary and Dave Pattarozzi Monday September 8, 2008 at 10:45 AM
Barbie, Kate and Kris, Our thoughts and prayer's are with you at this time of sorrow. May God Bless and comfort you at this time. Dave and Mary Pattarozzi

Ann Zoss Monday September 8, 2008 at 12:46 AM
Kris - I'm so sorry! I just wanted you to know that we're all thinking of you and your family. God Bless.

diana landry long dlcajun@peoplepc.com Sunday September 7, 2008 at 10:48 PM
i was born in silsbee,also, but we moved to chance loeb where i started school there. i graduated from silsbee high school in 1966. i am sorry to hear of richard's death. GOD BLESS AND COMFORT HIS FAMILY AT THIS TIME. SINCERELY, DIANA

Marcia Bostik, Tyler Sunday September 7, 2008 at 5:33 PM
To Kate and family I extend my heartfelt sympathy and want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. In sympathy, Marcia (Chris's great-aunt)

Millie Morrison Weeks mmilliebw77@aol.com Sunday September 7, 2008 at 5:26 PM
I pray that your family will be greatly comforted by God's love.My prayers are with you and your family Barbie. I was a classmate of Richards. Millie

Toni Gannucci Sunday September 7, 2008 at 4:37 PM
Kris, I'm so sorry for you and your family. I pray for you all to find strength and peace.

Pete and Betty Holland Sunday September 7, 2008 at 2:44 PM
Barbie, Kris and Kate...we were so saddened to hear of your loss. We are praying for God's love and grace to sustain you during this time. Richard's legacy will live own through his precious family.

Robert Powell Sunday September 7, 2008 at 2:28 PM
Richard was a good friend during high school, and we worked on his Ford together several times doing things like replacing brushes in his starter, etc. I had recently thought of Richard when I passed his grandmother's house. I lost contact with him, but have fond memories of running around Silsbee with him. I send my sincere condolences to his family. He was a good person.

Diane Ballard dianeballard@suddenlink.net Sunday September 7, 2008 at 1:40 PM
Barbie, I just heard about Richard. I just wanted you to know that you and your family are in my prayers. I miss you and love you!

Sheila Galey smgaley@yahoo.com Sunday September 7, 2008 at 12:02 PM
Dear Kris, Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear about the loss of your father. You have my heart-felt sympathy for your loss. May you find peace with time. Love and prayers, Sheila

LOUISE VASSAR JONES Pastorswife@aol.com Sunday September 7, 2008 at 10:09 AM
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY. MAY THE LORD'S KEEPING POWER BE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME. LOUISE VASSAR JONES CLASS OF 66

Sandy & Joe Ternyik sandyt05@gmail.com Sunday September 7, 2008 at 9:41 AM
Dear Kris & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. May god be with you and help console you during your time of need! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Sandy & Joe

RICK & JAN PARTAIN & FAMILY jpartain357@aol.com Sunday September 7, 2008 at 9:22 AM
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THE DIFFICULT TIME. MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN YOUR MEMORIES AND LOOK TO THE LORD AS HE WILL GUIDE YOU DAILY. RICK & JAN PARTAIN & JAMIE,DUSTIN & ZAC HANSEN

Janis & Alton Holt jholt1220@yahoo.com Sunday September 7, 2008 at 12:19 AM
Tom & LaNell, Words cannot begin to describe the pain you must be feeling. Our love to you during this sad time. God bless, Janis & Alton Holt

Janis & Alton Holt jholt1220@yahoo.com Sunday September 7, 2008 at 12:18 AM
Barbie, Your life's partner has left this earthly home. The loss is sudden and painful. May you find comfort in the love first of our God and then of family and friend. Our condolences. Janis & Alton Holt

Jo Anne Goodson Saturday September 6, 2008 at 10:07 PM
Kris, My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family members and pray God gives all of you the strength needed during this difficult time. I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. My thoughts are with you, Jo

Betsy Smith sbcollins47@aol.com Saturday September 6, 2008 at 8:48 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during your loss.

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Jena Felps Gass jwaagass@aol.com Saturday September 6, 2008 at 6:17 PM
Barbie, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I hope that your wonderful memories will sustain you through this diffcul time. May God bless and comfort. Jena Gass

Martin (Matt) Nevill advertising@southtexastournaments.com Saturday September 6, 2008 at 4:48 PM
My contact with the Hardy Family goes back 48 years when I went to work at West Dept.. Later I Had contact with Pat at Mobil Oil. I saw Richard seldom over the years but I have a deep heartfelt loss as a part of my past in Silsbee. May he rest in the arms of God.

Gary Felps glfcowboys@aol.com Saturday September 6, 2008 at 2:49 PM
Barbie, I was sad to hear about Richard's death. I think the message you have above about him is so true and the way I remember him. Our prayers are with you and your family. Gary and Debbie Felps

Bonnie and Gaylon Richardson grichardsonhou@sbcglobal.net Saturday September 6, 2008 at 11:13 AM
Dear Kris, Gaylon and I are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking and praying for you all during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories that are yours to cherish always. Love, Bonnie and Gaylon

Tammy Stabile Goral tammy@sparklingengagements.com Saturday September 6, 2008 at 10:53 AM
We are so sorry to hear of your loss and are thinking of you all at this time...Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ray and Laura Harrison Saturday September 6, 2008 at 10:43 AM
Barbie, Our prayers and with you and in our thoughts constantly. I know Richard had a good life and loved the Lord. If you need anything at all, please E-mail me so we can help. We love you and may God Bless You. Love, Ray and Laura Harrison

Ginger (Carpenter) Lymbery Saturday September 6, 2008 at 9:19 AM
Our deepest sympathy goes to Richard's family. Although it may not seem that way, the Lord has a plan for all of us. May God be with you in your time of sorrow and give you strength.

Pam Swan pamswan@hotMAIL.COM Saturday September 6, 2008 at 9:16 AM
Dear Friends, I am soooooo sorry for your sudden loss. I am thinking of you during this shocking and sad time. I am praying you will find strength and peace from God to face tomorrow. Love, Pam Swan- The Woodlands

Pam Swan pswan@conroeisd.net Saturday September 6, 2008 at 7:53 AM
Dear Girls, I am so sorry for your sudden loss of such a dear person. You are in my thoughts for strength and peace. Love, Pam Swan ( Teaches with Kris Smith) xxxxx6666

Linda Redkey Hoskins hoskinslr14@yahoo.com Friday September 5, 2008 at 11:22 PM
Barbie and family, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God give you strength and comfort and sustain you all the days ahead. My thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you. I am sorry about your loss. We have lost another great Tiger, Class of 66. Love, Linda

Jo Ann & Charley Johnson Friday September 5, 2008 at 11:08 PM
Dear Kris and family...We were deeply saddened to hear about your dad's death. You have a wonderful family, and this will help each of you get through this time. You, Cole, Allison and Claire are very special to our family. We love you!

Dana & Matt Slinkard Friday September 5, 2008 at 10:30 PM
Dear Kris and Family, I am so sorry for this tragedy that you and your family are facing at this time. Know that we are praying for all of you to have strength and find comfort in knowing that God is there with all of you. I love you and will continue to pray for all of you. Love Matt and Dana

Steve and Sharon Diden Friday September 5, 2008 at 8:46 PM
Barbie Sharon and I are so very sorry to hear of Richard's passing. You two have always been such close friends. We love you so very much. If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.. We love you. Steve

Cristi Hufstedler Friday September 5, 2008 at 8:23 PM
Kris, Cole, Mrs. Hardy, Kate, & Chris, We are praying for you during this difficult time. We were blessed to have met Mr. Hardy. I'll share with you scripture that I turn to over and over again. Philippians 4: 6-7 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Cristi & Tyson

Kim Soileau (Carpenter) Friday September 5, 2008 at 4:42 PM
Dear Kris, I am so, so sorry!!!! My condolences for you and your entire family. Be still and know that God is there right beside you. You and your family are in my prayers. If there is anything that I can do please let me know!!! Do not hesitate to lean on your friends, that is what we are here for. All of my Love!!!!

Becky Donalson bdonalson@cebridge.net Friday September 5, 2008 at 4:16 PM
Barbie, Please know how sorry I am to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Becky

Friday September 5, 2008 at 4:07 PM
Kenneth & I are just heartbroken thinking about not seeing Richards smiling face again. He will be missed by many. You and your family are in our prayers.

Tiffany Hawthorne-Kilpatrick Friday September 5, 2008 at 3:25 PM
Mrs. Hardy, I was heart broken when I heard that Richard had passed away. I am thinking of you and your girls and am praying for your comfort and peace at this sad time.

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