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Jesse Hardin Obituary

HARDIN Jesse Paul Hardin, Sr., age 63, passed to his eternal glory on Saturday, January 14, 2006 in Scottsdale, AZ. Son of the late Joseph A. and Leontine Marchand Hardin and son-in-law of Nicholas Felton, Sr. and Haleemon Shaik Felton. Survived by his wife, Nicole Felton Hardin; children: Rachelle Hardin Chambers and Jesse Hardin, Jr; son-in-law, R. Mark Chambers; and grandchildren: Cameron Peter and Carmen Elizabeth Chambers. Also survived by sister, Lovida Hardin Coleman; brothers: Joseph, Robert and Virgil Hardin; brothers-in-law, William Coleman and Nicholas Felton, Jr.; sisters-in-law: Ceceila Perkins Hardin and Elaine Broyard Hardin; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, godchildren and friends. Brother-in-law to the late Evelyn Baranco Hardin. Relatives and friends; also priests and parishioners of St. Maria Goretti Parish; employees of Walgreens Drug Stores, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and Audubon Nature Institute; members of Staggs, Ltd and the Bunch Club; faculty and staff and alumni of St. Augustine High School and Xavier University are invited to celebrate Jesse's life at a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 610 State St., on Saturday, January 28, 2006. Reverend Monsignor L. Earl Gauthreaux - celebrant. Visitation begins at 9:00 a.m. with services immediately following at 11:00 a.m. Interment follows at St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. NO WAKE. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jesse's memory to the rebuilding funds of St. Augustine High School, (The Josephites, 1130 Calvert St., Baltimore, MD 21202) or Xavier University (Xavier University Hurricane Relief Fund, Xavier University of Louisiana, P.O. Box 580, Grand Coteau, LA 70541). GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the Guest Book on nola.com/obits.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jan. 22 to Jan. 27, 2006.

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Vanue (Van) Lacour, Jr.

March 20, 2006

Dear Nicole and Family,

I know this is a late entry to Jesse's guest book as I just learned of his passing. Indeed I was in disbelief when this information was shared with me. Its been awhile since I last saw you and Jesse, but I still remember him as a friend and fellow Stag member. My prayers and thoughts are being added as you and your family continue to heal from your loss.

Enez Baldwin

February 21, 2006

To the family of Jessie, may the peace of the Lord keep you and bless you in this season.Know that my prayers are with you.

charles howard

February 13, 2006

first i would like to send my condolences to the family. "mr j." as he was effectionately known to me was a great friend and colleague to work with at the walgreens on st. charles. he not only made me laugh but he taught me a lot about life. and i will carry those memories with me always. he was truely a wonderful and remarkable man, and he will be truely missed.

Carl & Jeanette Williams

February 10, 2006

Nicole and family,



You have our deepest sympathy in the lost of Jesse. He will always be remembered as a true friend. You are in our thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow.

Tyler Thornburg

February 6, 2006

Nicole,



My deepest sympathies are with you and your family during this difficult time. May you find peace and comfort in the beautiful memories you have and will continue to share with others.

Iris Ferrier

February 4, 2006

Nicole and family Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.We will always remember Jesse's humor and great spirit. I've (Iris) known you both since kindergarten and Rachelle and Tammy were friends too. Love to you all Ron&Iris Ferrier

CAROLYN SOLOMON

February 3, 2006

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GO OUT TO THE HARDIN FAMILY.

Erin Daste

February 1, 2006

Nicole,

I was deeply saddened when my dad told me of Uncle Jesse's passing. I will never forget your kindness to us when mom was sick, i regret that i wasn't able to return the favor to you in your time of need. know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. please extend my condolences to jesse and rachel. take care.

Shuana Tucker

January 31, 2006

Nicole, Rachelle and Family:

Sorry to learn of your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Tina Bernal

January 31, 2006

Dearest Nicole,Rachelle,& Jessie Jr.

May you find comfort and peace in prayer. We're sorry we cannot be there to comfort you in person, but in spirit we will always be there for you. Jessie will always be remembered as the life of the party. I know he's telling jokes in heaven now. "Peace be with you, and yours".

Cousins, Spenc & Tina Bernal

Dr. Betsy Dresser

January 30, 2006

Dear Nicole-I have thought of you so often and when Cheri Dumas told me about your loss, I was stuned. I was planning to come to the church service and we had an animal injured that morning so I couldn't leave the Species Survival Center. Please know that you and Jesse are in my prayers and thoughts and that I hope you are comforted in many ways knowing that so many friends care about you. Love to your family and please come and visit sometime.

Bernard &Diane Bynum

January 30, 2006

Nicole and Family, we would like to express our deepest sympathy in your lost. We will always remember Jessie in our prayers. Jessie was a great friend and will be missed greatly.

Lawrence Carter, Jr.

January 30, 2006

You have my heartfelt sympathy on your lost. I pray the Lord comfort and assure you that Jesse is in a heavenly place where there is no pain and suffering. We have the hope and promise that we will join our loved ones when our lives here ends. You will constantly be in my prayers as you contemplate on your future. May the Lord keep and faithfully guide you.



Lawrene & Family

La-Rae Subay

January 29, 2006

Rachelle and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Know that with every occurance there is an opposite, equivalent occurance. The loss of your loved one will be met with an equivalent gain.

Verlinda Narcisse

January 29, 2006

Nicole, I just wanted you to know my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. There will be brighter days ahead.

TORI COVINGTON

January 28, 2006

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE HARDINS AND OTHER FRIENDS AND LOVED ONES. YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS.

John Dupuy

January 28, 2006

My Prayers are with Jessie's family. He was a good friend.



John Dupuy(St.Aug.class of 60, XU class of 68)

Candis Morris

January 28, 2006

May the Hardin & Chambers families find peace and comfort in the eternal wealth of your shared memories. Love and prayers to you all. The Morris Family

William Parker

January 28, 2006

Dear Nicole, Nina and I were deeply sadden to hear of Jesse's death. Please accept our condolence. We will rememebr you and the family in our prayers.

Elvin Smith

January 27, 2006

Nicole,



It is our prayer that you and your family will find a peace that transcends all earthly understanding. A peace grounded in the hope, faith and love that you shared with Jesse Sr. Thank you for being a blessing in my life at a time when I needed someone to help guide me as a young man.





Elvin, Irmi, Tanja and Alex Smith

Jacqueline Bynum Blackwell

January 27, 2006

Nicole: I was deeply sadden when I heard of Jesse's death. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for you and your family. Sincerely, Jacqueline Bynum Blackwell(Bernard's Sister)

Adelle Bynum

January 27, 2006

Nicole Hardin: you have my deepest symphathy. Sincerely Mrs Adelle P. Bynum (Bernard's Mother)

Bernadette Bibolet Diaz

January 27, 2006

Dear Nicole,

You and your family are in my prayers. My deepest sympathy to you.



God bless you,

Bernadette Bibolet Diaz

Irving Duffaut

January 27, 2006

My condolences
IRVING&Joyce

Grace Velazquez

January 27, 2006

With sincere sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Edmond BARATTA

January 27, 2006

Dear Nicole and Family:



I'm sorry to hear about your loss. May prayers are with you and your family.



Ed Baratta

Cindy Crocker

January 27, 2006

Nicole and family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you during this sad time. God Bless.

Sarah Burnette

January 27, 2006

Nicole and family,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will be thinking about you with much love.

Sarah and Curt Burnette

relocated to Indianapolis

Sonja Cook-Stewart

January 27, 2006

Nicole & Family,

Pleae accept my condolences. I will forever remember Jesse's loving spirit and how he was always the life of our parties!! Always joking and making sure everyone else was having a good time. The last time I was in New Orleans (1998) I talked to him on the phone and he had me cracking up!! I have many fond memories to hold on to. Put your faith in God and He will see you through. Take care and God Bless.

Chateryl Washington

January 27, 2006

To the Hardin Family: I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Nicole, I know that you are a praying woman so just remain strong and continue to have faith in the Lord. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dr. Dumas Staff

January 27, 2006

To The Hardin Family,

We are so sorry for your lost as you know Mr. Hardin was a special person. He always had a joke to tell; he kept a smile on everyone's face. He will be missed dearly. Mrs. Hardin you and your family have our deepest sympathy. We are unable to attend the service, due to everything that has happen. All of us are in different states. We will keep you and your family in prayer.

Aquanetta, Tanyell, Deborah, & Kim

Jan and Emile Vice

January 27, 2006

Nicole, we were greatly saddened to learn of Jesse's passing. He was still so young.



Our friend that you met when you were at the house lost your number, so I haven't been able to call you.



Your family is in our thoughts at this sad time.

Jacquelyn McMillan

January 27, 2006

My deepest condolences are sent at this time. Jesse was indeed a friend to all who knew him and a joy with which to work. Through the years of knowing him, he was a Gentleman and a special gentle man. Knowing him has enriched all the lives that crossed his path. You are not alone in the loss of his presence but his essence will remain with us throughout the remaining days of our lives.

Drs. Charles and Alice Clark-McKnight

January 27, 2006

With the love of God and the memory of Jesse Sr. we will all miss him greatly. You are in our prayers.

Kathleen Bazile Green

January 26, 2006

We sincerely offer our deepest condolences to the entire family.

Ernestine Bazile Keith

January 26, 2006

We sincerely offer our deepest condolences to the entire family.

Hettie Copeland

January 26, 2006

Virgil, Heartfelt sympathy is extended to you and your family in the Homegoing of your brother. May God strengthen and sustain you during this period of bereavement. The Copeland Family

Gloria Williams

January 26, 2006

The family of Jesse Hardin Sr has our deepest sympathy.



Adams, DeJoie and Williams Families

Relocated to Alexandria Louisiana

Ferrell Daste

January 26, 2006

I will allways remember the Hardin Family. With deepest sympathy to everyone. Ferrell Daste

Ferrell Daste

January 26, 2006

I will allways have fond memories of the entire Hardin Family. With deepest sympathy to all. Ferrell Daste

Maryann Bigner

January 26, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this great time of loss. I enjoyed talking to him whenever our paths crossed. I know he will be greatly missed.



Maryann

Marion Ferrante

January 26, 2006

Nicole: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love is such a wonderful gift. Your love for Jesse and his love for all of you will give you the strength to get through this very difficult time in your lives.



Your loving friend and co-worker, Marion

Eddie and Dianne Rigsby

January 26, 2006

Nicole,



Our hearts go out to you and your family. Although we will not be able to attend the funeral, we pray that the collective prayers of all who love the Hardin family will help you and your family through these most difficult times. Although we crossed paths with Jessie only occasionally, his great personality made each of those occasions memorable.



We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers.



Love,

Christopher Sylvain

January 26, 2006

We sincerely offer our deepest condolences to the entire family. Worked with Mr. Hardin at Walgreens and admired him as a man who loved people. He will be greatly missed. Know that God will give you comfort and strength.

Jerry Hunt

January 26, 2006

Nichole & Family... May God's Spirit and the support from love ones comfort each of you through this most difficult time. You are in my prayers.

Gina Rochon-Butler

January 26, 2006

May prayers and sympathy are with you at this difficult time.



Eric and Gina Butler

Kip & Julie Hanks

January 26, 2006

Nicole and Family,

You are all in our thoughts and prayers during these difficult times.

The Hanks

Phillip Hughes

January 26, 2006

I would like to extend my sincere

condolences at this difficult time.

Jessie and I worked at Walgreens on

Jefferson Hwy and there was NEVER a

lack of excitement.

A total gentleman and friend, I will never forget Jessie.

I pray that his memories will help

sustain you together with prayers and your faith in God.

Joe & Sandra Prampin

January 25, 2006

Nicole and Family,

During this difficult time, may the Spirit of God bring you comfort today, tomorrow and always.

James, Fatima, Celeste, Sophia Little

January 25, 2006

Nicole, Rachelle and Jesse Jr. -- You are in our hearts and prayers, and we wish we could be with you. Jesse's good humor and generous spirit are memories of him that we cherish. May we all continue to smile together, and may Jesse rest in peace. Our love to you.

Leslie Smith Everage

January 25, 2006

Nicole, my sincere sympathy to you and your family. You are in my prayers.

Bette Baranco Bland

January 25, 2006

Our prayers are with you and your family during this time of sadness. Jesse was loved by all. May you find comfort as friends and family embrace you, may your faith give you peace and hope.



The Baranco Family (Vivian, Bette, and Patricia; Raphael and Gregory)Richard Bland, Edward Robertson, Terry B. Baranco, and Juanita P. Baranco

Arlette Labostrie

January 25, 2006

Nicole, My deepest sympathy to you and your family.Jesse will always be a part of our happy memories because of his humor and spirit!

VANESSA HARRIS

January 24, 2006

MAY THE PEACE OF THE LORD COVER YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. THIS TO SHALL PASS. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL.

aaron daste

January 24, 2006

Nicole,Jesse Jr, and Rachel,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. When "Juice" entered a room everyone smiled.love.aaron

Janet Adams Salahuddin

January 24, 2006

Nicole, you and your family have my deepest sympathy. Jesse will always be remembered for the delightful, loving person he was for all of his friends.

Norman Howard

January 24, 2006

Nicole: My heart goes out to you and the family at this time. I cannot attend the services because of distance, but my prayers will be with you through Jessie. Stay in the peace of the Lord.

Norman Howard

Sandra & David Root

January 23, 2006

Nicole & family; our regards and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May God Bless & keep you all in His care.

Robert & Elaine Hardin

January 23, 2006

Dear Nicole & family;

Your loss is our loss as Jesse was special to all of us. We loved him

and will miss him a lot.

The Bob Hardin Family

Yasser Moustafa

January 23, 2006

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, all of you. I have quite fond childhood memories of Jesse Sr. He was a great dad. Again, my greatest condolences.

Charlene Bucksell

January 23, 2006

Dear Nichole,You have my deepest sympathy.Just remember to keep his memory alive and he will be there in spirit.Remember God is always there for you.Sincerely,Charlene Tenette Bucksell

DR/MRS F J MONTEGUT

January 23, 2006

WE SEND TO YOU OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS. PALSY AND SUZY

Barbara Cato Emelle

January 22, 2006

Dear Nicole and Family,

You have my deepest sympathy. I will keep you in my prayers. Remember, God is always with you.

Sincerely,

Barbara

Virgil Hardin

January 22, 2006

Nicole,

Jesse is a lost to you & yours, his sister and brothers and friends because we all admired and loved him. As promised we shall all be together again for an eternity.

Crawford & Lynne Spooner

January 22, 2006

Nicole, Jesse Jr, Rachel, Mark ... We were happy to have spent the short time in Scottsdale with Jesse last month. He was my lifelong friend and we will miss him very much. We pray that God will comfort you during these difficult times.

Barbara Cooper Duhe

January 22, 2006

To Nicole and family I expess my deepest sympathy. May God grant you the peace, strength and comfort to bring you throught this loss. My prayers are with you.

Sincerely,

Barbara Duhe

Mertes & Mildred Troullier

January 22, 2006

With deepest sympathy to family.

Now in Alabama, so cannot attend services. May God bless you.

Love, Mertes & Mildred

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