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MOGADORE--Douglas "Doug" Hardesty, 63, passed away suddenly July 1, 2005.
Born in Cleveland, Doug lived in Mogadore for most of his life. He grad uated from Kenmore High School in 1959 and was a gradu ate of the University of Akron. Doug retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. after 33 years of service. He loved all sports, flower gar dening, and his beloved cats.
Preceded in death by his father, Clarance; he is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Laura; son, Tom (Kim) Hardesty of Stow; mother, Dolores E. Hardesty; brother, Dennis (Kay) Hardesty all of Norton; numer ous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
Funeral service Wednesday, 1 p.m. at Hopkins Lawver Mogadore Funeral Home, 34 S. Cleveland Ave. (Rt. 532) with Minister Kay Hardesty officiating. Burial at Greenwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday, 4 to 7 p.m. (HOPKINS LAWVER, MOG ADORE, 330-733-6271)
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LAURA HARDESTY
November 5, 2005
MY DEAREST DOUG,
I JUST WANTED TO TELL YOU AGAIN HOW MUCH I TRULY LOVED YOU AND THAT I MISS YOU MORE AND MORE EACH DAY. THERE'S NOT A DAY THAT GOES BY THAT I DON'T THINK ABOUT YOU AND CRY MY EYES OUT OVER YOU BECAUSE I AM SO LONELY WITHOUT YOU. I KNOW YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE NOW AND THAT YOU ARE NOW PAIN FREE. AND I KNOW THAT SOMEDAY I WILL JOIN YOU. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU TERRIBLY.
LOVE,
YOUR WIFE, LAURA
LAURA HARDESTY
October 18, 2005
MY DEAREST HUSBAND, NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT I DON'T THINK ABOUT YOU AND WONDER WHY YOU HAD TO DIE SO YOUNG. YOU WERE A GREAT HUSBAND & WONDERFUL FATHER TO TOMMY. I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. LOVE, "WIFEY"
BARB KESTER
October 16, 2005
LAURA: i WAS SHOCKED TO HEAR ABOUT DOUG'S PASSING,IKNOW IT IS HARD FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I AM PRAYING FOR YOU. HE WAS A CARD WITH A SENSE OF HUMOR.HE WILL BE MISSED . IF YOU NEED TO TALK JUST CALL ME.BARB
Marge Keith (Knapp)
August 16, 2005
Laura,
I just got the information from my mom about the class reunion and read abut the "late" Doug Hardesty. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you. I am sorry I was unable to attend the reunion but with my recent move I just could not make it. I am thinking of you.
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Beverly Corbett, Mathews
July 14, 2005
My Dearest Laura;
40 years may have kept us apart, but our friendship has grown dearer.I wish that I could hold you and your son and tell you how very sorry I am that you should both have this loss so early in life.May God speak to you in that still small voice, and mend your heart, and ease your mind, to a calming peace.Until I can be with you on July 30th,know that you and yours will be in my thoughts and in my every prayer.
Beverly
Robert Balogh
July 8, 2005
Denny and Mrs. Delores Hardesty,
Our sincere condolences for you and Doug's entire family. He always was a good role model for us in high school and college.
Judy Zigler-Mervine
July 7, 2005
Denny and family:
Everyone we've loved is a gift to be treasured, a loss to be mourned, and a part of our hearts forever. May the love of family and friends surround you at this time and give you strength.
Aaron Carlton
July 5, 2005
Tom, Kim, and Laura
We are sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Doreen Pierpoint (Morrison)
July 5, 2005
Dear Laura,
I am so deeply saddened and still in shock by the loss of Doug. He was more than a cousin - he mostly felt like a brother and he will be missed beyond words. I have so many wonderful fun memories of Doug as a child growing up in Kenmore as neighbors. I will remember my visits to Akron and our many conversations which were always filled with his wonderful sense of humor. These memories will remain forever. Please know that you, Tom, Aunt Dolores, Denny and Kay and the many others who were touched by Doug's kindness, sweetness, and gentleness are in my prayers and thoughts. I am so sorry I am so far away and unable to be there; however, please let me know if I can help in some way even at this distance. Love, Doreen
Michael Schmidt
July 5, 2005
Laura, Tom and Kim,
I was sorry to hear about Doug's passing. I remember all the times I spent the night with Tom growing up and the fun we used to have with Doug. I wish I could be there for you in your time of grief. My heart and prayers go out to you from the other side of the world.
Shannon Marshall Hitchcock
July 5, 2005
To the Hardesty Family,
Laura, Tom, Dee Dee. I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda Seib
July 5, 2005
Laura,
I am so sorry about Doug and know this must be so very difficult for you. Tom and I have some great memories of the fun times we spent with you and Doug. I will miss him and his soft spoken kindness, impish grin, sense of humor, stimulating conversations, and lasting friendship. My thoughts and prayers are with you. With love, Linda
Roxanne Meyer
July 5, 2005
Dear Laura,
I was just talking to my sister last week about getting a group together and renting a house at the beach. I told her about the wonderful time we had at Wrightsville Beach with you, Doug, Tommy and all the others years ago.
I hadn't run into Doug for a couple of years, but remember him with fondness. You and Tom are in my prayers.
Missy Hill
July 5, 2005
Laura,Tom, and Kim,
We are sorry for your loss. We loved Doug dearly, and will miss him greatly. He was such a loving, caring man!!! We mourn his loss with you. Love Pam,Missy,Mike, Emily, & Tanner
Dan and Cheryl, Rachael and Daniel Farner
July 5, 2005
Dear Laura and Tom, Aunt Dee Dee, Denny and family, We are all in shock and very sorry to hear this sad news. You have family and friends here to support you in all that you might need right now! We are here for you. Our prayer is that God would comfort you in the way only He can and bring you His peace that passeth all understanding.
Doug & Jennifer Hardesty
July 5, 2005
Dear Lauri, Tom, & Kim,
We are so sorry for your loss. Uncle Doug will be greatly missed. Our hearts go out to you. You will be in our prayers.
Hal and Toni Miller
July 4, 2005
Laura and Tom,
We are sorry for your loss. Doug was a good man and we have many fond memories of times together.
doris simmons
July 4, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time . I worked with Doug for many years at goodyear, and so sorry to hear of his death. He was always a very quiet and great person.
James Spencer
July 4, 2005
Laurie,
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you now and always. Even though this is one of the thoughest times in your life, i know with the help of the family you will pull through this. we are all here for you.
James, Lauren and Lindsay Spencer
Bob Miller
July 3, 2005
I graduated High school with Doug and attendd AU with him.Such a nice guy.Saddened to hear of this loss.
Louise Harsha
July 3, 2005
Laurie,
We are thinking of you and your family at this difficult time in your life. Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of Doug. Love to you,
Dave and Louise Harsha
Rose Spencer
July 3, 2005
Laurie....Words cannot express my sorrow and concern for you at what is truly the most difficult time in your life. All my love and prayers are with you and Tom ("Tommy"). I will be there with you on Tuesday and Wednesday. (Your #1 Sis) Rosie.
SUE EDDY
July 3, 2005
Laurie,
So sorry. We will miss Doug.
Jeff & Sue
Pattie McAlear
July 3, 2005
Laura, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Tom. Patrick and Pattie
John Lauersdorf
July 3, 2005
Laura and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Doug. He was a very nice guy. I am sad to hear of his passing and I will miss his presence among us.
Ron and Sharon Adorni
July 3, 2005
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home
July 3, 2005
Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this time.
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