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Irene Hardin Obituary

Irene Hardin, age 8l, passed away peacefully on Tues., October l9, 2010. in Rancho Mirage. She moved to Palm Desert in 1955, with her husband Harvey who built golf courses in the valley. She lived at Indian Wells Country Club for l8 years, where they raised three children. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey. Survived by sons, Mike (Sandy) and Rick Hardin; daughter, Karen Chuck (Dennis); one brother of Phoenix, Ariz., David Neal (Linda); and a brother-in-law, Cal Hardin (Linda of Palm Desert); four grandchildren, Brad (Tracy) and Tyler Chuck, John and Nicole Hardin; two great-grandsons, Carson and Corbin Chuck; and numerous nieces and nephews. A celebration of Life will be held at the Indio Elks Lodge at 1p.m., Wed., October 27, 2010. Burial private. FitzHenry-Wiefels is in charge arrangements.

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Published by The Desert Sun from Oct. 22 to Oct. 27, 2010.

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Dan Petruso

October 27, 2010

Karen, Mike and Rick, your mom, my Aunt was like a second mother to me and my brother, Ron. She and my mother were very close and shared with each other almost daily. She was always there for the whole family when needed and never failed to impart her wisdom and support. We will all miss her greatly and will Love her always. You are all in my prayers as you celebrate her life today.

Robert & Priscilla Luna

October 26, 2010

Dear Karen, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. Your Mom is at rest now and will always be looking over you. Robert & Priscilla Luna

Lonnie and Linda Iley

October 26, 2010

We feel the same as Kevin McCune...Irene came into our lives 38 years ago and was always like a mom to us. I am so glad that I got to see her last month when I was in the desert! We loved this "feisty" woman dearly and will always cherish her friendship.

October 25, 2010

Mike, Rick & Karen, you have my deepest sympathy on the death of your Mom. Hold on tight to your memories they will be a comfort to you.

Kitty Cox

Bill Stewart

October 24, 2010

Mike, Karen and Rick,
We are so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this time. You were our first neighbors on Iroquois Dr. when Harvey was the Head Greenskeeper at the Country Club. Your mother was always a great lady and we will miss her.
Bill & Sonia Stewart and family

Donna Carter

October 23, 2010

Karen, Mike and Rick: I am so sorry to hear about your mother and my Aunt Irene. She was a great lady, outspoken, generous, kind and welcoming always. I have fond memories of all of us cousins getting together in the summer at your house. Thanks all of you for taking such good care of her in her last days and hours. Know I will be thinking of you Wednesday and praying for your comfort. Love to all of you, Donna Carter

October 23, 2010

To all the Hardin family, we are deeply saddened by the passing of Irene. We are thinking about you all at this difficult time.
Rick & Mariann Sall

Rae Jean Salgado-Ramirez

October 22, 2010

Karen and family, I'm so sorry of your mothers passing. May you have peace and comfort knowing she is with her heavenly angels.

Kevin McCune

October 22, 2010

She will be truly missed. Irene was like my second Mom. So many great memories and good times. Thoughts and Prayers to the Hardin Family and Freinds.

October 22, 2010

I remember growing up knowing that Mr. & Mrs. Hardin were good friends of and to my Grandparents and would do anything for them. I always enjoyed it when they came over for a visit. My condolences for your loss. Ray Lopez

Carol (Brockman) Castro

October 22, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Patricia Blakeley/Curry

October 22, 2010

Rick, the loss is a big one, and I empathize and recognize your grief. If there is anything I can do, please don't hesitate to contact me. Love you, Patty

David Patino

October 22, 2010

I want to share the fond memories I have of Irene. We would spend many summers talking in O'side. She was a sweet woman who loved her family. May God bless her on the final journey. She will be missed.

October 22, 2010

We have many fond memories of the times spent with Irene both here and at the beach. Hold on to your memories and let them guide you during this time of sadness. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Shari & Ron Bloch and family, .

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