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William Hardt Obituary

DR. WILLIAM H. HARDT, M.D. Age 54, passed away on June 13, 2009 in Redlands of Brain Cancer. Dr. Hardt was a resident of Redlands for 10 years and previously resided in Loma Linda. He was born on November 20, 1954 in La Porte, Indiana. He graduated from Monterey Bay Academy in 1973, Pacific Union College in 1977, and Loma Linda University Medical School in 1994. Dr. Hardt was an attending physician at Riverside County Regional Medical Center in Moreno Valley for the last 10 years and was a member of the Loma Linda University Church. Dr. Hardt is survived by his wife Maria; daughter Brenna; Son Michael; and son Christos all of Redlands. Funeral Services will be held at the Loma Linda University Church Chapel on Thursday June 18 at 11:30 AM. Burial will take place at Hillside Memorial Park. Memorial donations can be made in his name to Loma Linda University Medical School Tuition Fund. EMMERSON BARTLETT MEMORIAL CHAPEL Redlands, California is in charge of local arrangements. (909) 793-2311

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Published by The Press-Enterprise on Jun. 17, 2009.

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Sidney Wu, MD, FAAP, FACP

October 20, 2020

Super-late entry, but thought it might be meaningful nevertheless as I still vividly remember working under him as a junior medical student, after which I requested to work with him again as a sub-intern (senior medical student), and then again (after matching to LLU for combined Internal Medicine / Pediatrics residency) as an intern. He was a soft-spoken, encouraging leader who exemplified real compassion for patients. I remember one morning during rounds post-call when we were all tired as this was before there were work hour-restrictions. Dr. Hardt had to take a phone call, so my senior resident took me aside & gently reprimanded me for including "all that unnecessary stuff" such as the patient's spiritual history (what tradition they follow & if faith was important to them) in my presentations. I duly took note of the senior resident's preferences, but when Dr. Hardt returned from his phone call, without a hitch he began, "Oh, before we go on with rounds, I wanted to thank Sidney for including the patient's spiritual history in his presentations as this is a very important part of patients' health..." You should have seen the senior resident's face (he was standing behind Dr. Hardt) as he silently mouthed to me, "Ya got me, man! Ya got me!" Many, many thanks to Dr. Hardt for his support, even the unwitting parts!

November 13, 2009

Dr. Hardt was a good man. I was one of the last residents to work with him before his diagnosis. He would invite residents to come over to his house for dinner. He seemed like he truly cared for the well being of others. I'm certain he will awaken in the first ressurrection.

Keith Curtis

June 25, 2009

To Bill's Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I worked with him as a Resident, and had the utmost respect for him. He had such a gentle spirit. My prayers are with you.

Lynn Badger

June 25, 2009

Maria-- I was so sorry to hear that Bill had passed away. His support throughout Danny's cancer treatment was so appreciated. I know he fought hard. So glad that next time you see him he will be healed and pain free. Praise God for His love and mercy. You and your family are in my prayers. Love Lynn

June 24, 2009

Dear Maria, It has been years since I last saw Bill. I used to work with him at the Lab in Exeter, Ca. Bill, Jerry Jones, and I were like the Three Musketeers and I am so saddened by his early death. I had no idea that he had become a physician. I lost my husband in 2006 so I feel the pain you and your family must be going through. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and the family during this very trying time. Janet (Scott) Betchel

June 23, 2009

My heart is filled with sadness on hearing of Bill's passing. He was such a wonderful student to work with at MBA. Lowell and I loved him like our own sons. Our lives were enriched by him and all of his family! We truly look forward to that "Great Gettin' Up Mornin"! Love, Arladell Nelson

Dr. Jon Persichino

June 20, 2009

I'm still saddened by his death. I will miss my time and work with him. I regarded Bill as my mentor/role model, friend, co-worker, and family. He will lead young physicians like myself in following his footsteps to success. I will remember and try to be like him everyday!

JAMIE AGUIRRE

June 19, 2009

I SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY . I WAS VERY SURPRISED TO HEAR DR. HARDT'S PASSING. JUST TO LET YOU KNOW HE WAS A GREAT DOCTOR MY MOTHER WAS ONE OF HIS PATIENTS AT RCRMC SHE TO HAS PASSED AWAY IN OCTOBER OF 08 @ A VERY YOUNG AGE OF 51. SO I KNOW HOW HARD THIS TIME CAN BE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY BUT YOU WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS. GOD BLESS

Arlene Blix

June 18, 2009

I'm so saddened by the news of Bill's premature death. I'm reminded of how much love and support you both showed Glen and me during his illness. I can only hope that i/we can show the same support to you at this time. He was a kind, thoughtfu., caring person/physician who left this world a better place. Know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Arlene Blix, Corona, CA

Don Hoffman

June 17, 2009

Dear Maria and Family,
Was saddened to hear of the loss of Your Dear One. He is now resting but not for long. Jesus is coming Soon!!!!
One of the Great aspects of all this is that he gets to Rest while the most Major Traumas of Earth's History are about to take place.

God Bless You and the Family.

Dr. Don Hoffman...SH Class of '77

Frank Ritenour

June 17, 2009

Dear Maria,
I was surprised to read Bill's obituary. I have fond memories of working with you in the clinical laboratory at Visalia Medical Clinic, and later having Bill as my primary care doctor.

Misty (Edgar) Brassfield

June 17, 2009

I send the family all the best, I am sorry for your loss. All my prayers are for the family in these trying times.

Ken Rose

June 17, 2009

Bill and I were on many of the same rotations in IM residency. He had the record for the most admissions in 1 night. A really good, soft spoken guy.

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