Hardin Lester Ellison

Hardin Lester Ellison obituary

Hardin Lester Ellison

Hardin Ellison Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kyker Funeral Homes - Sweetwater on Jan. 2, 2026.
Hardin Lester Ellison, 92, went to his heavenly home on December 31, 2025. He was born on January 21,1933 to Annie Lou Conduff Ellison and Thomas Jefferson Ellison in Decatur, TN. He was one of eight children. Hardin was a farmer all his life and loved animals. When he wasn't working, he enjoyed watching westerns on television, listening to country music, visiting with family while sitting on the porch and attending church at what is now Faith Chapel. Hardin dedicated his life to farming and the care of his mother until her death.

In addition to his parents, Hardin is preceded in death by six of his siblings James, Eugene, Edith, Feb, Arvil and Ralph.

He is survived by his sister, Erma Franks; nieces Cheryl Burleson and Connie Turner; nephew and caretaker Robbie Guffey; and many other nieces, nephews and cousins.

Per his wishes, Hardin will be cremated and no services will be held at this time.

Kyker Funeral Homes, Sweetwater is in charge of arrangements.

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