Bobby Hardison Obituary

Bobby S. Hardison CHESAPEAKE - Bobby S. Hardison, 72, passed away Sept. 3, 2009, in his home. A native of Williamston, N.C., he was the son of the late Alexander and Eva Hardison. He retired from the Ford Motor Company as a supervisor. He was a member of Indian River Baptist Church and was a U.S. Army veteran of Korea. He is survived by his wife, Mattie L. Hardison; two sons, Bobby S. Hardison and Gregory A. Hardison and wife Kristen, all of Chesapeake; two brothers, Tommy Hardison of Moyock, N.C., and Sammy Hardison of Valariso, Ind.; and two grandchildren, Blake and Bree Hardison of Chesapeake. A funeral will be conducted Tuesday at 1 p.m. at Hollomon- Brown Funeral Home, Indian River Chapel, with the Rev. Robert Jordan officiating. The burial will follow in Chesapeake Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Indian River Baptist Church, 1600 Laurel Ave., Chesapeake, VA 23325. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 6, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Bobby Hardison

9 Entries

Beth Helton

September 8, 2009

My dad, George Presson ("Capt. Heavy), always talked about "Hardison." From stories of their Ford Plant days to the day he helped pack our U-Haul truck as we moved to North Carolina for dad to attend Bible college. Mom and dad had their 50th wedding anniversary just last year and who showed up ... oxygen tank in tow but "Hardison." It shocked my dad so much! He didn't stop talking about it for days on end. When planning for their anniversary, he and I talked and he shared stories and even mailed me stories about their escapades together. Those stories were shared at the anniversary - and a lot of their pictures too. Not many people have friends for 50+ years but I am proud to say my dad had one such friend in Hardison. He leaves a really big hole in the hearts of all who knew him and great memories in the hearts of all who loved him.

Tammy Manning Savage

September 8, 2009

Mattie Lou,Bobby was always a part of my family's life and we will miss him more than words can express. He is one of my Dad's best friends and I got updates on Bobby from their weekly phone calls. I'm sorry for everyone that knew him that he lost his battle but he put up a good fight. Our family is always here for you.In sympathy and love.

Joyce Ragle

September 8, 2009

Mattie,Bobby & Greg,

I am so sorry to hear about Bobby. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

Tina D Hardison

September 8, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of Uncle Bobby's passing. He was a good person and I'll always treasure the moments of humor he brought to my life. Although I'm unable to attend the service today, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Shelia Burton

September 7, 2009

Greg, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Know that he will be with you in anything that you do, I know how much you love him! Bless you and your family.

With deepest Sympathy,

Shelia Burton

Donna Harris

September 6, 2009

My heart is heavy for all who knew and loved Mr H. He was such a wonderful man. He did so much good for so many lives he touched. He taught me the difference between right & wrong. How important it was to be in school every day. He had an incredible work ethic. His influence at the start of my working career will last my entire life. I am so blessed to have had him in my life. He was wonderfully kind and compassionate. He was there for me when ever I needed advise or a helping hand. His advise always filled with the wonderful unique wisdom that I will miss dearly forever. I will always treasure the many memories with such a wonderful special dear sweet man. Mattie you know I am only a phone call away and would do anything in this world you needed. I love you.

Sincerely & in deepest Sympathy

Donna Harris (Morris)

Kristina Fontaine

September 6, 2009

Mattie, We are sorry to hear about Bobby. We will and have missed him at Hardee's on Thursday nights. Will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Kris & Nick

Wendolyn Vaughan

September 6, 2009

Red, We so sorry to hear about your dad. We will be praying for your and your family.

Paul Tilley

September 6, 2009

Have many good memorys of working with and for Bobby, a great guy,may the family be comforted at this time.

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