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Chris Hardin

1978 - 2012

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1978

DIED

2012

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Austin Peay State University Birmingham-Southern College Oklahoma State University University of Alabama

Chris Hardin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 21, 2012.

HARDIN, B. CHRISTOPHER, 33, passed away suddenly on July 19, 2012 in Clarksville, Tennessee, where he was an Associate Professor at Austin Peay State University. The Birmingham, Alabama native graduated from Jefferson County IB School before earning his undergraduate degree Suma Cum Laude from Birmingham Southern College. Later, he received a Master of Arts in Theatre from Oklahoma State University and a Master of Fine Arts from the University of Alabama. Chris was the beloved son of Larry and Gail Hardin, Alabaster, Alabama. In addition to his parents, survivors include grandparents, Mrs. Beatrice Hardin Walls (Gene) of Birmingham, and two aunts, Joyce Woods Dill of Mt. Olive, Alabama and Valerie Hardin Franks (Keith) of Homewood, Alabama. Chris was preceded in death by his grandparents, Grady and Elean Woods and W. Roy Hardin; two uncles, Charles "Bo" Dill and Bill Hardin; and one cousin, Vicki Carole Dill. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Monday, July 23, 2012 at Ridout's Southern Heritage Funeral Home in Pelham, Alabama. The 2 p.m. funeral service will be Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at the Southminster Presbyterian Church, 1124 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, Alabama. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Human Rights Campaign at www.hrc.org, or to the Southminster Presbyterian Church in Vestavia Hills, Alabama.

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Kim Vinson

November 15, 2012

Larry and Gail, I had no idea until this morning, Nov. 15, that Chris had passed away. I am so very sorry and offer my prayers to you both. Chris was a very nice young man as I knew him, a 7th grader in my home room.
Please accept my prayers for your hearts to be comforted as only God can comfort. I love you, Kim

July 28, 2012

Dearest Mr. & Mrs. Hardin and family and friends, I had the privilege of working with Chris at Austin Peay State University as an adjunct professor in the Theatre & Dance Dept. Chris was such a loving wonderful person and so talented and creative. I loved to joke with him and laugh with him every day at work when I would see him. He will be deeply missed by me and all of his colleagues and students. You and your family will be in my prayers. God bless you with HIS Love, and the "Peace that passeth all understanding".
Sincerely, Rosie Coppedge, APSU, Clarksville, TN

Glenda Sullivan

July 25, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss and am sending up prayers for God's guidance and peace in this time of difficulty.

Gena Shire-Sgarlata

July 25, 2012

Chris was one of my best friends. He will be sorely missed! My thoughts and prayers are with Gail and Larry at this hard time and in the future.

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Robyn Pursley

July 24, 2012

Chris was a beautiful soul that brought laughter and joy to all he encountered. He was a wonderfully talented artist and incredible friend. I feel privileged to have had him in my life. He was taken from this world on my birthday, a day that will now never pass without happy thoughts of his life. Sir, you will be missed.

Diana Fooksman

July 24, 2012

Chris was a wonderful man, a bright spirit, and a pleasure to know. His smile would make anyone smile, and a well-timed comment could fill the room with laughter.

I am honored to have known him while working on my own MFA at UA, and will continue my own artistic pursuits in his memory.

“I have only slipped away into the next room, I am I and you are you. Whatever we were to each other, that we still are. Call me by my old familiar name. Speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Play, smile, think of me. All is well.”
~ Henry Scott Holland

Tina Turley

July 23, 2012

Chris was a light to us all. He was a terrific actor, teacher, mentor, and friend. Offering prayers of comfort to his family and the many friends who loved him so very much. Rest in peace sweet man. We will miss you.

Rebeccah Bush

July 23, 2012

Chris taught me so much, and really inspired me. I know he made a difference in many lives.

Lewis Armstrong

July 22, 2012

I am saddened to learn of Chris' passing.He was extremely talented and truly genuine! He will be missed greatly! May God bless and comfort you at this difficult time.

Heather Bond

July 22, 2012

Chris was a true talent. My thoughts go to his loved ones.

Colleen Williams

July 22, 2012

To Chris' Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Chris has touched so many lives and you should be so proud of the man he became. He truly was one of the best people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He made me want to be a better person. He has been loved by everyone who ever knew him and will be missed for the rest of our days. You are in my prayers.

Teresa Godbey-Mullis

July 22, 2012

Chris, you always knew how to brighten the day of others around you. Personally, I count myself thankful to have known you and worked with you at BSC. My condolences and prayers go to the Hardin family during this trying time.

Cristy Thompson

July 22, 2012

I am sorry for your loss and send my heartfelt condolences to you. Chris was an amazing teacher and and wonderful friend. We are all better for knowing him.

Amy Miller

July 22, 2012

Chris was an amazing human being and will be missed every moment of every day! My prayers are with his family and friends.

Chistal Prewitt

July 22, 2012

To the Hardin family, I would like to express my deepest sympathy and love. I will always remember the story Chris told about his first commercial for Southeastern meats and his line was something like "mommy I want chicken fingers for dinner." I will miss talking to him on facebook. You and your family are in my prayers. Love Chistal Prewitt

Deanna Shumate

July 21, 2012

Larry and Gail. I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. Wish I could be there. Love, Deanna

Dianne Teague

July 21, 2012

Thinking of Chris's family and offering prayers for comfort and peace.
Dianne and Bill Teague

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