Brittany Hardy

Brittany Mellow Hardy, 37, of Mount Airy, passed away on Saturday afternoon, April 27, 2024, at her home following a brief illness. Mrs. Hardy was born on Sept. 7, 1986, in Forsyth County, the oldest of two children born to Joseph Anthony "Joe" and Donna Lynch Mellow. Brittany grew up in the Pilot Mountain community and graduated from East Surry High School in 2004. Following her high school graduation, she attended Appalachian State University, earning her bachelor's degree in 2008. On Sept. 20, 2008, Brittany married Mitchell Grey Hardy, and together they created a loving home. Beginning at an early age, Brittany shared her love of Christ through her love of music with friends, family, and church family. She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Mitchell Grey Hardy; two precious daughters, Elin Olivia Hardy and Adilyn Grace Hardy; her parents, Joseph Anthony "Joe" and Donna Lynch Mellow; a brother, Carson Mellow; her maternal grandmother, Glennice Key Lynch; her "Nana," Suzanne Mellow Irwin; her mother-in-law, Joyce Grey Hardy; her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Stan and Sonnie Hardy; a nephew, Zane Hardy; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Mrs. Hardy was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Donald Joe Lynch; her paternal grandparents, Dr. Joseph and Muriel Mellow; and her father-in-law, Troy Edwin Hardy. A service of worship and celebration of Brittany's life will be held on Friday, May 3, at 12 p.m. at Highland Park Baptist Church, with Dr. Darrell Tate officiating. A private interment will be held for the family following the service. The family will receive friends Friday, May 3, from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Highland Park Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Highland Park Baptist Church, 1327 Grove Lane, Mount Airy, NC 27030. Moody Funeral Services in Mount Airy is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com.