Steven W. Hardin

Steven W. Hardin obituary, Avon, OH

Steven W. Hardin

Steven Hardin Obituary

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Steven W. Hardin, 59, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Beloved husband of Kathy (nee Staley); Cherished father of Krista Vidacs (Alex), Cody and Zack; Caring son of the late Darrell and Nancy Hardin; Trusted brother of Mike (Lisa); Uncle of Mackenzie and Hunter and a friend to many.
Steve was a graduate of Heritage Christian School. He enjoyed travelling, and especially loved visiting national parks and weird roadside attractions. He loved collecting vintage signs, souvenir magnets, and keychains. He was a big sports fan and especially loved watching the New Jersey Devils and all of the Cleveland teams. Steve was a proud dad, a loving husband, and loyal friend. He never met a stranger. He was an avid storyteller and would talk the ear off of anyone he met. Steve had a big personality and always left you laughing.
Friends are invited to gather at BABITT-BUSCH FUNERAL HOME, 9350 Ridge Road, North Royalton, OH 44133 on Friday, May 16, 2025 from 9:30am until time of the Celebration of Steven's Life at 11:30am. Refreshments will be served immediately after. Inurnment at Brooklyn Heights Cemetery will follow at 2:30pm. www.buschcares.com. 440.237.4569.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Steven, please visit our floral store.
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