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Ken grew up in Enfield and has lived in Willington for the past 30 years. He graduated from Enfield High School and The University of Connecticut. Fortunately for the state of Connecticut, Ken decided to become a state trooper. His most enjoyable years as a trooper were spent as a dog handler with his loyal, loving and extremely smart K9, Zeke. He was a very good cop.
Marion and Vernon Hardick of Springfield and Enfield were his parents. Born a twin, Ken had three sisters, Carol Tripp of South Windsor, his other half, Kathy Connors of Lancaster, New Hampshire, and Barbara Sergienko of Enfield. He teased them unmercifully, but they forgave him.
Ken had the great good sense to marry Debra Rochford Hardick from Longmeadow, Massachusetts. The couple met romantically while working at McDonalds, and enjoyed 40 mostly excellent years of marriage.
Ken had one son, Michael Kenneth Hardick, who made up for his only child status by being as tall as two children.
A good athlete, Ken played football and baseball in high school, and was a huge fan of the Boston Red Sox and UConn men's and women's basketball teams. In his 20s, he embraced bicycling, riding across North America. He ran, camped, cross country skied, hiked most of the Appalachian Trail, kayaked, and, in retirement, returned to playing golf. He also enjoyed woodworking and spent many happy hours at his friend Charlie's woodshop. For the past 15 years, his summers were spent in Southwest Harbor, Maine, enjoying Acadia National Park and working part time at a golf course.
Ken was a confident, disciplined man, had a great sense of humor, and enjoyed helping people. He leaves a lot of friends and his life mattered.
A remembrance service/send-off will be held Oct. 25, at 4 p.m. at Storrs Community Church, 90 Tolland Tpke., Coventry (routes 195 and 32).
Ken loved his German shepherd dogs, so instead of flowers, donations could be made to the Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation in Bloomfield.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Hardick
Susan and Scott Heller
October 27, 2014
Our deepest sympathy for your family in this time of sorrow. We shared a very memorable christmas dinner with you at Amy's and my son Steven's house one year.
October 25, 2014
will me you Kenn, you were a good neighbor, and you always kept an eye on our street, all the times my house alarm went off, and you were always there to see that everything is ok, you looked after our kids when they were growing up, we will miss you
October 25, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to your family. Your fellow campers have missed you both this summer. Our prayers and positive thoughts are with your family. Sincerely, Lou and Sue Monaghan
Ryan Parker
October 24, 2014
A beautiful life lost yet one so beautifully well lived.
Peace. Love. Parker.
Jennifer Page
October 22, 2014
Kenny was one of the good guys I was honored to work with at the old Troop C. He also was one of my neighbors during my adolescent years. I always remember him being very active. We would often pass each other in the neighborhood; he jogging while I was riding my horse. Kenny was an officer and a gentleman. A diligent investigator who also had a fine sense of humor.
May you rest in peace #394.
October 21, 2014
Dear Deb and Michael. your Dad Ken helped to raise a generation of Willington kids, You loved them, but also held them accountable. My husband. Robert Ryder and I will never forget the kindnesses you showed us. Our community is enhanced because of your presence, thank you
Jim and Judy R.
October 17, 2014
Debbie and Michael our family is so sorry to hear of your lost. Kenny was great person who had a heart of gold,no matter what he had to do he always had time to help. We will truly miss seeing him in the neighborhood.
wendy shaw
October 17, 2014
Deb, I left a note on your facebook as well as a friend request. I don't know why but just tonite I decided to look and see if I could find you on facebook. How saddened was I when I figured out that Kenny was no longer with us. My thoughts and prayers are with you my friend. I will always remember the times when Ken and Eric went golfing together down in Southwest Harbor. Such an unlikely pair! Memories are wonderful and cannot be taken away. We all must treasure them!!
October 16, 2014
I am deeply sorry to learn of Ken's passing.
We had lost touch over our later years, but will always remember him for his great sense of humor, his candor, and his zest for life...
We had many fun experiences in our younger years at McDonalds and after his marriage to Debbie...
My last memory of Ken was watching him zip off with my wife on the back of his motorbike, as he took her on a ride up to Cadillac Mtn.
I would never have trusted anyone but Ken to send her off safely... such a fun time!
Our hearts go out to Debbie and Michael for their loss, but Ken will be waiting for all of us with that wonderful smile, when we join him!
Kirk and Sue Smallidge
October 15, 2014
My condolences to the Hardick family. I will always remember the times we spent down the street at the hobby shop. Ken would take my brother and I down the street to watch the airplanes take off. Sorry for your loss.
Rob and Deb Svitil
October 15, 2014
I grew up next door to Ken and his family. I remember him as a kind and respectful person. He made the world a better place. With deepest sympathies,
Kerrie Rudolf Flanagan
October 15, 2014
Shocked and saddened to hear about his passing. Kenny was a breath of fresh air and a pleasure to work with. Best wishes to both his wife and son from one of the old Daley platoon. Tony Vitale Southport NC
October 15, 2014
So sorry to hear of the loss of Kenny. We had some wonderful memories growing up on Elm Street. My condolences to all of you. Don't know if you will remember me, but I will keep,you all in my prayers.
Eileen Scavotto Michaels
October 15, 2014
I'm so sorry to hear about Ken's passing. As everyone else has said he was one of the "good ones". Although it's been many years since I worked at McDonald's with Ken and you Deb, I remember his good nature and great physical ability. He was so kind to come to our mother's wake but as Dennis said "I recognized him right away by his eyes". May he rest in peace and my sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Vickie (Girard) Wood
Michael Darcy
October 14, 2014
Hardick Family: I worked with Kenny for several years at Troop C. He was a tenacious investigator and extremely witty. I also remember how he was in tremendous physical condition. I am very sorry for you loss. Major Michael B. Darcy, Connecticut State Police
October 14, 2014
So sorry to hear of your loss Deb. Thinking of you during these difficult days.
Chris Connelly
Judy Noonan
October 14, 2014
So very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Marilyn McMahon
October 14, 2014
So sorry to hear of Kenny's passing. He fought the good fight. My prayers are with you, Deb. Missed you both, and Dorr, this summer.
Tony Ostrowski
October 14, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the Hardick family. I first met Ken in 1978 and he was "the best of the best" in my book. I worked with Ken for several years and always known him to be a "happy go lucky guy!" I guess Our Lord needed a good man in heaven because that's where Ken is now. God bless you always Ken, and "thanks for the memories!" Tony Ostrowski
@ Michael's Christening
Judi & Lenny Bruckman
October 14, 2014
Tina Holewa
October 14, 2014
The battle was long and hard and you fought it like the real "trooper" you were. Will miss so much ...sense of humor,checking in to always help me out, just knowing you were next door to "serve and protect". Thanks for the memories.
Belinda Reed
October 14, 2014
Ken I am very happy I got to know you when I worked at Summuglers Den . I always loved when you came into the office just to check on us or just to talk. RIP my friend
Belinda & Rusty
Dick and Cathy Bober
October 14, 2014
Our sincerest condolences to Debra and Michael.
Ken always will have a special place in our hearts for one event - finding our young son (also Kenneth!!) after he wandered off from the Center School playground. His calm demeanor helped us greatly for the hour or so that our son was missing.
Paul Bradnan
October 14, 2014
Rest in peace Ken. You were one of the good ones.
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