Richard D. Hardy

Richard D. Hardy obituary, Bolivar, OH

Richard D. Hardy

Richard Hardy Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lebold-Smith Funeral Home Bolivar, oh on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Richard D. Hardy, 68, of Dennison and formerly of Bolivar, died Thursday April 24, 2025 at his residence following an extended illness. Born September 6, 1956 in Salem, Ohio, he was a son of the late Glendon and Anna (Hoffee) Hardy. Richard was a graduate of Tusky Valley High School and retired as a maintenance machinist from the Aleris Company in Uhrichsville. He enjoyed BBQ's and spending time with his family. Richard is survived by 2 daughters Kristy (Jimmy) Anderson of Mineral City and Jessica (Ben) Tackett of Beach City, a son Josh Foster of Roswell, 5 grandchildren Lexi, Devon, Tylor, Trinity and Bennie, 4 great grandchildren Melody, Nova, Zayla and Hiram, 2 sisters Debbie (Butch) App of Bolivar, Sandy (Dennis) Golden of Bolivar and 2 brothers Rod (Deb) Hardy of Bolivar and Dave Hardy of Canton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son Richard Hardy and a grandson Trey Hardy-Anderson. In keeping with Richards wishes, cremation will take place and no services are being planned. The Lebold-Smith Funeral Home in Bolivar is assisting the family.
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