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for Robert Hardesty
Chuck Scott
June 9, 2005
I'm so sorry to hear about Rob's passing. I haven't seen Rob in over 20 years, when we were both freshmen at Indiana State together. We just kind of fell out of touch and went our seperate ways. Thing is, I'm sitting here in my office some 21 years later near tears...he was a great guy. We spent many a late night in Cromwell Hall listening to the "Big Chill" soundtrack, while complaining about our lack of female companionship and the general foul odor of Terre Haute, Indiana. From accidentally setting a fire in the dorm laundry room to riding out a tornado in the local Hardy's, there are so many found memories I have of that year I spent confined with Rob in "the Haute". When I read about the trademark smile, I knew it was the same Rob Hardesty I'd known "back in the day". He was always a genuine, fun-loving guy, who, obviously went on to make a very big impact in his chosen field. I only wish I had stayed in better contact with him over the years. You have my deepest sympathies and my thoughts are with your entire family.
Amy Roach
June 9, 2005
Rob was a wonderful person. I attended grade school,junior high & high school w/ him. He will be greatly missed. May you and your family find peace in your memories.
Kim Guill
June 8, 2005
Rob was a really great person. I have know him since we were in Junior High and High School together. He was always smiling and had the ability to make others around him smile. He will be missed.
June 8, 2005
In all my years of law enforcement, I have never heard one person say a bad thing about Rob. He was the perfect police officer. Whether it was how he wore his uniform, kept his car clean, wrote his reports, or how he delt with the public, he had integrity that we should all strive for. He always had a smile on his face and never said a bad word about anyone. Even though their time was cut short, Toni and the girls were lucky to have such a good man in thier lives. They should know that he was the most respected man in Law Enforcement and take solace in that. God Bless.
John Jokantas
June 7, 2005
Even though professionally I only worked with Rob a short time, I know what a great person he was. Thank you for being such a good friend to my sister & brother-in-law, you will be missed. You will always be the godfather to my niece, and hold a special place in the heart's of my family.
Gary Evans
June 7, 2005
My deepest sympathies go out to Rob's family and friends, as well as his PCSP and FBI 'families.' Rob was a model law enforcement officer, who made a difference in so many people's lives. I hadn't seen Rob in a couple of years, but whenever our paths would cross we would reminisce about our high school days and our police careers. I know Rob died doing what he loved. My prayers are with his family and friends.
PHS Class of 83
Valparaiso P.D. (1988-2004)
Valerie King-Daily
June 7, 2005
My deepest sympathies go to Toni and the girls. I met Rob through Toni where we worked together years ago in Merrillville. I am so sorry to hear of your loss and wish you the strength and courage to overcome this horrific tragedy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Detective Beth Acuncius
June 7, 2005
I would like to express to Rob's family how sorry I am to hear of their loss. I met Rob shortly after he was assigned to the FBI Office in Normal. We had the opportunity to work on a few cases together. He was a huge asset to have around!! The lines of communication between the local and federal levels were never better than they were after his arrival. He was what every officer should look to as a role model.
I never saw Rob without a smile and he cracked me up telling stories about his little girls and his dog. I'll never forget him.
Kari Pitmon
June 7, 2005
I am soo sorry to hear of the lose of Rob. My deepest sympathies to his wife, daughters, family, friends, and fellow officers. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cris Stanford
June 7, 2005
I too worked with Rob at the Sheriff's Department many years ago. I am very sorry for your loss. You are in all of our prayers.
Pam (Thurman) Stufflebeam
June 7, 2005
So sorry for your loss. I didn't know Rob but I am from Portage and went to school with some of his family. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam
Carole Zimmerman
June 7, 2005
I worked with Rob for several years and remember him as a really nice guy and a good officer. My sympathy to his wife and daughter. I know how hard it is to lose a husband.
Renee (Brimmer) Thielen
June 6, 2005
I am SOOOOOOO sorry to hear about Rob. I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna Snider-Klimczyk
June 6, 2005
Toni, I send my deepest sympathy to you, your daughters, your families, and his fellow officers. I went to school with Rob and have kept updated on his successes through Doug, my brother. They don't come better than Rob! My heartfelt condolences to you.
April Wozniewski
June 6, 2005
I only met Rob a month ago, when he spoke at a dinner presentation for the CPCU Society in Bloomington; however, he was the type of person you meet and never forget. He took extra time after the dinner to speak with many of us that had further questions. I am keeping his wife and children in my thoughts and prayers as they go through this extremely difficult time.
maryann edwards
June 6, 2005
Toni,
My deepest sympathys to you, your daughters and family. I was very sad to hear the news of Robs passing. I will always remember him as friendly, kind man. This world was definetely a better place with him here. I know he will be missed so much! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chris Wilson
June 6, 2005
51 was always the greatest to work with, he had such true compassion and great dignity. It's true, he was the greatest policeman I ever knew too.....
My sincerest sympathy to Toni and your daughters....and to all of your brothers and sisters at Porter County Sheriff and the FBI
I know you are now in good company with 47....
Rest In Peace my friend...
Pat Cleary
June 6, 2005
Words can not express my sadness for your loss. Rob was an awesome guy. He was one of my favorite road "shift supervisors" to work with. My condolences to Robs family.
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