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Raylon Hardy Obituary

Raylon Paul Hardy, beloved son and devoted father, passed away on December 22, 2019 at the age of 20. Raylon was a 2017 graduate of Hahnville High School and a current student at Centenary College of Louisiana. Raylon is survived by his parents Paulette and Ronald Hardy Jr., son Rowan Hardy, grandparents: Glenda Hardy, Geraldine (Michael) Washington, Wilbert Diggs, and Ronald (Nelda) Hardy Sr.; great grandparents Evelina Williams and Rosalee Diggs, siblings Rontre' and Romell Hardy; godparents Triniece Davis, Tina Jackson, Robert Hardy, and Donny Payton, a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by great grandmother JoElla McCray and grandmother Sylvia Diggs. Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life Service on December 28, 2019 for 10:00 a.m. at Mount Airy Baptist Church, 13635 Old Spanish Trail, Boutte, LA 70039. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Pastor Kendall Pierre Sr., officiating. Guestbook Online: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504) 282-0600. Linear Brooks Boyd and Donavin D. Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Dec. 25 to Dec. 28, 2019.

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LaTashala Turner

December 29, 2019

I'm really still at a loss for words. Family, please know and understand that GOD makes no mistakes. Such a smart and talented star gone way too soon. Ronald , Paullete and Nanny (Glenda), I'm praying for you all . May the love of GOD give you the strength to endure during this difficult and trying time. I love you all.. RIP Raylon.....you"ll be missed forever and always loved.

Mike, Wendy & Mason Aucoin

December 28, 2019

Paulette & Ronald,
We're so so sorry for your loss. Mason, Mike & I send our deepest condolences. Mason will never forget his great point guard at HHS. We will never forget his great talent and beautiful smile that lit up the entire gym. Our love and prayers for your strength and grace. With love, The Aucoin's ❤

Lacy Oubre-Williams

December 27, 2019

My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Lost for words May God bless and keep you. Praying for your strength

December 27, 2019

December 27, 2019

I can't believe my little cuzin is not here im going to miss him rest on cuzin love you. Torian

Kevin Howard

December 27, 2019

Deepest sympathy from the Gross family of Hahnville..Kiara Batiste..Corey JJoseph and his mother

Theresa Dabon

December 27, 2019

May The GOD of all comfort and mercy guard your hearts and minds through this tragic season...may it bring forth a harvest of complete dependency on and for the love...peace...strength...power and joy that can only be found in The One who can carry us when "ALL" seems impossible to bear!!! Know that He knows and He sees you where you are...in this moment...that He is with you...offering His power...strength...love and joy in unlimited measure dispite what it look or feels like right now...joy is promised to come in the morning...so please be strengthened and comforted in His love today!

Ashley Morris

December 27, 2019

PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY SORRY FOR Y'ALL LOST KEEP GOD FIRST

Attending Raylon's scrimmage during a recruiting trip

David Kaplan

December 26, 2019

Raylon was the first commit I got while coaching basketball at Centenary College. I fondly remember recruiting him and building a relationship - he had a smile that could light up a room and was a very smart young man. He was mature in understanding when I left Centenary to move back to the East Coast and thanked me for the opportunity that I/we gave him and his family as well as for being the only coach who recruited him. I really looked forward to what Raylon would go on and accomplish after college. Gone far too soon and I keep hoping that I wake up and this has all been one awful nightmare. RIP Raylon

David Kaplan

December 26, 2019

Schyain Sandolph

December 26, 2019

Sorry for your loss Paulette and Ronald Hardy. Praying for strength for the family! Condolences from The Sandolph Family

Ann White-Franklin

December 26, 2019

May you find comfort in your faith, I will keep you and your family in prayer

Theresa Ranson

December 26, 2019

Lord I know what you are going through I have been there and it's not a easy pill to swallow but continue to ask the Lord to strengthen you I will continue to keep y'all in prayer y'all have my deepest sympathy.

Shatara Savage

December 25, 2019

I could still hear your voice cousin I love youu

Rosalind Morris

December 25, 2019

Sending Prayers to the Hardy family!! I'm sorry for your loss.

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

Michael Pataki

Sent Flowers

Malika Brown

December 25, 2019

Sending Sympathy,Prayers & ❤

Alaysia Toney

December 25, 2019

Sending my love and condolences to my friend and his family. Words will not wipe away your tears and hugs may not ease the pain but hold onto your memories because forever they will remain.

I met Raylon when he came here for college and he was a very sweet guy from the start. Praying for the Hardy family during this hard time.
Love Alaysia❤

Devyn Glenn

December 25, 2019

I love you cousin & I will miss you dearly

Jasmine Scott

December 25, 2019

My condolences to Paullette and Ronald and the entire family and friends of Raylon . May God give you the understanding and peace you all so deserve.

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Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Mount Airy Baptist Church

13635 Old Spanish Trail, Boutte, LA

Dec

28

Service

10:00 a.m.

Mount Airy Baptist Church

13635 Old Spanish Trail, Boutte, LA

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Boyd-Brooks Funeral & Cremation Service

4800 Downman Road, New Orleans, LA 70122

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