Ron Harder

I have Ron Harder to thank for getting me back into music again. He coaxed me out of my shell, and sometimes picked on me, but gave me the confidence I needed. He was responsible for putting together the Mudhole Band, and I will forever be grateful to him for that. I enjoyed visiting his farm and giving him a hard time about his corn crop (he loved it). I could go on and on; I will truly miss him, he was a great man and a true friend. My condolences to his family.

Some of my earliest memories involve Ron Harder. If it weren't for he and Arnold, Hamilton, and Evie Hoffman, I may not be the musician I am today.
I loved it when, as a child, our family would travel to Freesoil for Ron's annual party and horse-show.
I can close my eyes right now and see him, towering above most everyone else on the makeshift stage playing that big gold Gibson guitar, or the famous Chief WeeSaw..Not sure but I believe that was a Gibson J-45. WOuld love to know...

My love and Prayers go out to Jeff, Robin, Betty and the grandchildren, I'm so sorry for your loss.