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Ralph Hardin Obituary
Anderson, SC
Dr. Ralph Lackey Hardin III, 59, of Anderson, SC returned to his heavenly home on December 5th, 2015 after a valiant battle with a long illness. His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and gave him peace until the end.
Dr. Hardin was the valedictorian graduate of T.L.Hanna class of 1974. He was a 1978 honor graduate of Clemson University. He was a 1981 Graduate of Emory University College of Dental Medicine, and a 1984 Graduate of Saint Louis University Center for Advanced Education in Orthodontics. He practiced in the community as an orthodontist for over 30 years and was immensely loved by all of his patients.
He was a member and former president of The Tri County Dental Society. He was also a member of the American Dental Association, the South Carolina Dental Association, the Southern Association of Orthodontists, and the American Association of Orthodontists.
Dr. Hardin was an avid sports fan. He loved the Atlanta Braves, Clemson Tigers, and Saint Louis Billikens. He was a member of IPTAY and enjoyed fighting his Tigers to a win at every home game for over 30 years. He was proud of his son for attending his alma mater Clemson and his daughters for attending his alma mater Saint Louis University.
He was a member of Young Memorial ARP church. He served the community as a leader for Crossways Ministries for several years and attended a men's bible study every Wednesday.
He had a passion for history, family genealogy and traveling. He and his family traveled all over the world. His favorite destination was St. Thomas, and his final resting place will be along the beaches he loved the most.
In addition to his wife, Karen Phillips Hardin, of the residence, Dr. Hardin is survived by two daughters - Ashley Hardin Rocci and husband Chris; Amanda Hardin Stewart and husband William; his son Adam Hardin and wife Mary Alice; one sister Kelli Hardin Linebaugh, husband Jeff and their daughter Lindy; one brother Jeff Hardin, his wife Marie and their children Anna and Martin; his parents Ralph and Gwen Hardin; his mother in law Eloise Phillips and is preceded in death by his father in law, Ray Phillips. Dr. Hardin will be deeply missed by his beloved family and all who knew and loved him.
A celebration of his life will be held on Tuesday, December 8, 2015, at 3 p.m., at the Young Memorial Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church, with Rev. Dr. L. Thomas Richie and Rev. Drew Martin officiating. The family will receive friends following the Service in the Rainey Room at Young Memorial Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church.
The family would like to thank the nurses of AnMed's ICU and 7 south for their compassionate and excellent care.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the AnMed Health Foundation for the Dr. Ralph Hardin Nursing Pallative Care Education Fund. Checks can be made to the AnMed Health Foundation with the Ralph Hardin Palliative Fund in memo.
Anmed Health
800 N. Fant Street
Anderson, SC 29621
Sullivan-King Mortuary
www.sullivanking.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Hardin
Warren, Yvonne and Brent Weston
December 7, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May GOD bless you all and grant you HIS peace.
Tom and Linda Broderick
December 18, 2015
Karen,
I am so sorry to hear about Ralph. I did not know he was ill. You and your family are in my prayers. I think of him and your family often and remember are time in St. Louis and also visiting you in Anderson.
Anita Jones
December 17, 2015
I was deeply sadden to hear of Dr Hardin's passing!! He was my orthodontist some years ago. He made every visit enjoyable,he was always so happy&friendly!! I pray God gives his family comfort &peace
Adrian Panjabi
December 12, 2015
Firstly I am so sorry to hear about
Dr Hardin.
May he rest in peace !!!
I have known the Hardin family for almost 10 years now and I can truly say that he was a loving and kind and a complete family man.
He will surely be missed.
My prayers are with the Hardin family
God bless !
Calmer & Barbara Hardin JR.
December 9, 2015
Dear Karen and family. just want to say we're sorry for your lose. we have just heard of Ralph's passing. You all will be in our prayers.
Michael Parrish
December 9, 2015
I knew Dr. Hardin very well. He was very Funny, Happy, Loving, Giving. Every time I saw Dr. Hardin he would express some kind of Positive Trait. Which is what made Dr. Hardin so liked/loved by so many people. He will be missed, but anyone who has seen or talked to him will always have memories. Of his smile, laugh, jokes, hugs.
Dara Martin Coltrane
December 8, 2015
Dr. Hardin was a wonderful human being who will truly be missed by many. He provided orthodontic services for me, my children and and numerous friends and family. His family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Ashley Jones & David Lawrence
December 8, 2015
All of the Hardins you are a special family and loved by many.
Elaine Payne
December 8, 2015
Karen, you and your family are in my tboughts and prayers. Much love coming your way. So sorry for your loss.
Linda Howe
December 8, 2015
Karen
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of you husband. We all know he is now with the Lord waiting to see his family again. May the arms of our Savior wrap around you and comfort you and your family.
Linda Howe
Diane Brissey
December 8, 2015
Karen and family.Thoughts and prayers to you.Comfort to know..God is in control.
Kathy McGee
December 8, 2015
Karen and family, Trusting that fond memories and the strength of our Savior will sustain you in your grief. I am Mary Ann's friend and know you thru her.
Lucretia Collins
December 8, 2015
This amazing man was so wonderful to his patients. Praying for Karen and this family. Love you guys and appreciate all you've done for the Anderson community
Judy and Randy Blank
December 7, 2015
I was one of Dr. Hardin's very first patients. He was so kind and friendly and always made you smile ! We are so sorry Karen for your loss and to all the family ! God be with you tomorrow !
Michael Latham
December 7, 2015
Deepest sympathies for the family. Thank you so much Doctor Hardin for giving my wife and I a beautiful smile. You always treated your patients with such kindness. You will be missed.
Kevin Brock
December 7, 2015
I heard someone say, "He had a way with people." That's a high compliment and testimony.
Condolences to the family.
Mable Donald
December 7, 2015
Sorry to hear of the passing of Dr.Hardin he wasa wonderful orthodonist my to my daughter Raven,he always made her laugh whenever he made the funny voices,I have to admit he made me laugh too.My heart and prayers goes out to the family and his office staff,Dr Hardin will be missed.May God continue to bless you and always remember that god does'nt put more on us than we can bear.Just lean on him and he will get you through this diffcult time.
crystal ledford
December 7, 2015
Praying for the family...he was my orthodontist and he was my daughter's...wonderful dentist...we loved him
Brittany Bailey Lewis
December 7, 2015
Praying for you and your family, Mrs. Hardin!
~Brittany Bailey Lewis (ABSN 2014)
Kathy Sanders
December 7, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and co-workers of Dr. Hardin.
Linda Morgan
December 7, 2015
Our family is sad to hear of Dr Hardins passing. He was a wonderful dr and always friendly, happy and encouraging. We will remember him in our daughters beautiful smiles. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Melissa
December 7, 2015
Praying for Dr. Hardin's family. He was such a wonderful doctor. He always made you smile when you were in his office. He will be missed by us all.
Ty Sumner
December 7, 2015
Karen and children, our deepest condolences for your loss..Ralph is and was a great man! He will be missed in this community.
Ty Sumner and staff
Regina Hellstrom
December 7, 2015
Michael and I are so sorry for your loss. We will remember your family in our prayers.
Nicole Reeves
December 7, 2015
Praying for Dr. Hardins family, friends and co workers. Dr. Hardin was a wonderful person and such a great Dr. He always made my sons appointments exciting and always made the kids feel comfortable! He will be missed!
Betty Hamby
December 7, 2015
Mr. Ralph Hardin and family sorry for the loss of your son and love one. Know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Doug Fields and Betty Hamby
Tammy & Jessica Vaughn
December 7, 2015
I am truely sorry for your loss. Dr. Hardin seemed to be a wonderful person! Always full of Laughter and happy at all of our visits. He done a wonderful job with my daughter Jessica, thanks to Him, she can smile without being embarrased! We will miss him & have grown to Love him Alot! Sending prayers for family & friends & Staff.
Linda McCall
December 6, 2015
Karen my Heart goes out to you and the kids at this sad time. Please know how much Ralph and your family was apart of our family for all those years in Brittany Park.May THE GOOD LOrd give you and the kids strength at this very sad time of your lives. Love Linda
Linda McCall
December 6, 2015
Karen and kids I'm so saddened about Ralph, he was a sure gentleman and a wonderful neighbor and FRIEND. May Angels surround all the family at this sad time and hold you all close
Larry and Gloria/Tyler and Eden Whitfield/Richardson
December 6, 2015
Karen and family,
We are so sad to hear this news and know you have another journey of healing ahead of you. Lifting you all to the Lord in prayer and holding you in our hearts with love.
Vickie Williams
December 6, 2015
my condolences to Dr. Ralph's family. He was a very good and kind man. When as an adult I got my braces he was one of the few dentist that believed it was never to late for braces even as adults and I admired & appreciated him for that.
Lynn Wells
December 6, 2015
So saddened to hear that he had finally succumbed to his illness after such a long and difficult fight. The thoughts and prayers of our family are with you.
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