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Brenda Hardway Obituary

HARDWAY Brenda F. Hardway, age 64, of Grove City, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on April 28, 2012. She was born September 3, 1947 in Welch, WV to the late Rollen and Alice (Graham) Hollens; also preceded in death by her husband Michael I. Hardway. She was a devoted caregiver to hundreds of foster children and her beloved children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by children, Michelle (Darrell) Bruffy and James (Amy) Esterbrook; grandchildren, Darchelle (Chris) Canny, Ashlee Esterbrook, Chanda Donohoo, Elyssa Donohoo, Jessica Bruffy, Austin Gressierer and Gabrielle Bruffy; great-grandchildren, Gavin Canny, Breyden Donohoo and Jaylynn Canny; sister, Peggy and Don Hite and their daughter, Jackie. Family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at SCHOEDINGER GROVE CITY CHAPEL, 3920 E. Broadway, Grove City, OH 43123. Private family interment in Crown City Cemetery. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to share memories or extend condolences.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Apr. 30 to May 1, 2012.

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May 4, 2012

So sorry for your loss Michelle. Prayer to you and your entire family.
Darlene Kreider

Rhonda Todd

May 3, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss, Michelle. Thoughts are with you and your family.

Cathy Hall

May 2, 2012

Michelle, do know that you are covered in thoughts and prayers!
Cathy Hall

Josh & Ashley Smith

May 2, 2012

We are so very sorry for your loss. Praying for the Bruffy and Canny family during this difficult time.
Thoughts & Prayers,
The Smith Family

Tednita Little

May 2, 2012

There are no words to express my sympathy. Just know that I am here if you need anything.

roy ross

May 1, 2012

Michelle, I'm so sorry to hear of your GREAT loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
I know that God will ease your pain and grant you peace.
Your friend always,
Roy

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