Matthew B. Hardiman

I new Sgt Major Hardiman from the USO in Jacksonville. He was a friend and mentor. The portrait was by Mr Kinjo. I believe I have it correct. He did these at the USO. Merle Woodard was a retired warrant officer. Who I would play chess with. Sgt Major recommended I have a birthday party for a young girl who's mom was a friend of ours at the USO. I did the party at the USO. Sgt Major had the president of the USO send a letter to my commanding officer. I can only imagine how many he helped in...

Came across this just the other day - missing my Dad Bill & Uncle Matt Hardiman and their siblings

Forever in our hearts Uncle Matt One of a kind with true Hardiman charisma

Looking at his picture when he was down here for Marty's birthday. Doesn't seem possible it is now six years that he has been gone. Being it is close to Thanksgiving brings back memories of some wonderful holidays. Thoughts and prayers to Irene, Bart and Vicki.

Matt is gone, but not forgotten. Every time I go by the USO here in Jacksonville, warm memories of him come to the surface. What a fine man and Marine!

My memories of Uncle "Bunny" are many! When he came back to his hometown to visit his siblings and all their families, everyone got so excited you would have thought The Pope was coming to visit! Everyday he was there was a party! Big meals home made Irish bread, of course and lots of singing! Had to sing the Marine Hymn & Ballad of the green Beret every night! Sooo much fun! Have always loved you Uncle Matt❤

Irene, Matt, and Vicky, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Mr. Hardiman was well loved. May Our Lord give you comfort during this sad time.

Matt's legacy is the lasting, positive impression he made on countless service members - both during his career in the Marine Corps and later as the Director of the USO here in Jacksonville. Every time I was at an event/meeting where Matt was also in attendance, he never failed to go out of his way to give me his trademark "boxer's stance" greeting.

SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF MATTIE. A MEMORABLE AND GREAT MAN.