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Justin Ryan Hardin
1976 - 2013
Justin Ryan Hardin
1976 - 2013
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BORN
1976
DIED
2013
Justin Hardin Obituary
Justin Ryan Hardin was born April 20, 1976 to Mike and Brenda Hardin and was a wonderful, albeit ornery and sometimes stern, older brother to Josh and Jeff Hardin and to his cousin Lisa D'Andrea. The Hardin family was tight, no doubt about that, and was 'the' after school hang out place for a multitude of Justin and his brothers' friends growing up in the Western Heights area, where Justin went on to graduate high school.
Justin had a strong love of nature & shared this love with his sons Alex, Tyler, and Blake Hardin as soon as they could walk. Whether it was hunting deer, fishing, riding four wheelers, camping, or a boat ride on the lake – Justin relished any excuse to be outdoors. His sons brought Justin great joy & you could see his eyes light up as he played and roughhoused with them. People search lifetimes for what Justin Ryan Hardin had in a full life surrounded by family and friends that adored and looked up to him.
Justin had a heart for service & took great pride in being part of the Stillwater Fire Department. Being an EMT gave him purpose & a brotherhood that carried him through making him admired by many a friend and family member.
Justin is survived by his sons Alex Hardin, Tyler Hardin and Blake Hardin, his brothers Josh and his wife Sarah, and Jeff and his wife Gamille, his mother Brenda Hardin, grandparents Dale and Darlene Hardin, his cousin Lisa D'Andrea, numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Justin was preceded in death by his father Mike Hardin, and grandparents Bob and Ruth Ray.
We welcome you to help us celebrate the life of Justin Ryan Hardin at 10 a.m. Monday, December 2nd at Bill Merritt Memorial Chapel in Bethany, Oklahoma. Donations for his children can be made at www.gofundme.com/5hx03k
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Stacey Felix (Ray)
December 27, 2013
It's still hard to believe he is gone. Thanks to everyone for their kind words. Growing up so close we were either plotting on the rest of the cousins together or we were plotting on each other. The picture was great Michelle! I miss you cuz, I am not sure it will ever be the same.
Doug and Cindy Minor
December 4, 2013
We just heard the news today. We are in shock. Our family had so much fun with Justin and his family over the years. We all definitely have some wonderful and fun memories with this very onery guy! Thoughts and prayers to his family. We've definitely lost a wonderful man but gained a terrific guardian angel.
Robin Harris
December 3, 2013
Dear Brenda. So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It is hard to know what to say except that you are loved, and I pray that peace will fill your heart today, as God wraps His arms around you and your family. Love and deepest sympathy.
December 3, 2013
You will be missed! Prayers to your children and family for understanding and strength, may god bless all of them. RIP my friend!
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Stacey Calton
December 2, 2013
From babysitting all three boys, to watching them run the neighborhood with Gary, to watching them all grow and become young men, my memories of the Hardin family run a span of many years. The saddest deaths are the ones that happen to those with their entire lives ahead of them. May Justin rest in peace and know I remember him with love...
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Michelle LeGrange-Walker
December 2, 2013
We grew up together in school & there is no doubt I will always remember you. Braces and freckles, you could always make me laugh. I wish nothing but wonderful memories to your family. I know how hard sudden tragedies can be and will be praying the holy spirit will hold you tightly through this storm.
Marlen (Christy) Carr
December 2, 2013
Prayers and Thoughts for Justin's family and friends. I remember riding the school bus with Justin and his brothers...one day an older girl was bothering some of us younger girls and though I don't remember his exact words I do remember him standing up for us!
suzanne smith
December 2, 2013
rest in peace, Justin...always did love you......
Diane Nelson
December 1, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hardin Family.Between our two families we had 6 boys so there was always something going on. They shared a lot of good times thru the years growing up together and continued to share a special frienship into adulthood. Justin was always a pleasure to spend time with. We will hold on to those precious memories today,tommorrow and the years ahead.
Marlon Mitchell
December 1, 2013
Justin is a classmate of mine and we played football together. He was always a good upbeat guy with a smile on his face. Although life distances people through family and work, I am very proud to have had the privilege of spending my teen years with Justin as a Jet. My prayers are with your family my friend!
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