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RICHARD E. HARDY

FUNERAL HOME

Murphy Funeral Homes - Arlington

4510 Wilson Boulevard

Arlington, Virginia

RICHARD HARDY Obituary

RICHARD E. HARDY (Age 72)
Of Lake Barcroft, VA, died peacefully at home on Sunday, January 13, 2013. He was the loving husband of 47 years of Mary Anne Hardy and the father of eight children, including daughters, Mary Kate Tillman and Anne Marie Harris, and sons, Robert, Kevin, Michael, David, Timothy and Richard Hardy. He is the grandfather of 11 grandchildren, and the brother of Susan Hardy and Donald Hardy. Richard was a 1962 graduate of USNA, a veteran of the U.S. Navy Destroyer Service, an electrical engineer at IBM for 39 years, and a community volunteer with ACCA and Lake Barcroft Community. Friends may call to Murphy Funeral Home of Arlington, 4510 Wilson Blvd, from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, January 17. A rosary service will be said at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 3305 Glen Carlyn Road, Falls Church, VA 22041, on Friday January 18 at 10 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow in Fairfax Memorial Park. Family requests that donations be made to the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network, www.bcan.org.

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Published by The Washington Post from Jan. 16 to Jan. 17, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for RICHARD HARDY

20 Entries

Professor John Kercheval

November 20, 2013

I was just made aware of this today.

Having first met Richard in 1985, I immediately found him to be a fantastic father and an outstanding and inspirational role model and leader to everyone whose lives he touched.

His numerous contributions to his family, his company, his community, and his country are almost without equal among the people whom I have known in my lifetime.

My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Cecil Tune

February 4, 2013

Rich and I went from Falls Church High to USNA together. I want you to know that your family has our sympathy and prayers. Cecil and Sandy Tune.

William Brunelle

February 3, 2013

To the entire Hardy family. We are so sorry for your loss. We just learned of it upon return from a trip. Rich was a classmate and company mate at the Naval Academy. We were disappointed at not seeing Rich and Mary Anne at our recent 50th reunion and 17th company dinner, but had no idea Rich was ill. Our prayers are with you all. Suzi and Bill Brunelle.

Harriet Riley

January 27, 2013

We thank God for the time he has shared our loved ones with us. Great friends, family and memories will get us through the years. So sorry, Harriet and Mark

Pat & Elizabeth Divito

January 18, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. We will always remember Richard fondly.

January 18, 2013

SMC. Love and prayers to a special family from the IHM,s of DJO

Donald & Elaine Tillman

January 17, 2013

We would like all of you to know that our deepest sympathy is with you all. We know what you are going through and hope you know how much we all care. Richard is very proud of all of you. He was a wonderful father and grandfather. Love from the Tillman family.

Dan Cozart

January 17, 2013

My deepest condolences to the Hardy family; so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

January 17, 2013

Rich and the Hardy family,
The Malloy family is sending thoughts and prayer from Milwaukee. So sorry for your loss. I have many memories of your Dad, kayaking on Lake Barcroft, on the boat, sitting on the screen porch...he was a good, kind man.
Emmey Malloy

Mary,Vinnie, Marissa & Nicole Ardovino

January 16, 2013

Bob,Pam,Kristin,James and the Hardy Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Hardy's passing. We recall him being such a calm and warm person, you should be very proud of him and how he touched people he met. Keep all the fond memories close to your hearts, they will make you smile during these difficult days. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

January 16, 2013

Our family sends prayers and condolences to the Hardy family.

Rich Duesterhaus

Cristin Sanders

January 16, 2013

Kevin and Jodi...so sorry to hear of your loss. The photos of your loving family are so touching. What a blessing! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your wonderful family.

Joanna McCandlish

January 16, 2013

I always love looking back on memories of Lake Barcroft. I'm thankful that I got to know the Hardy family through the swim team :) I am so sorry for your loss. You all are a wonderful family and you are in my prayers.

Carol Miller

January 16, 2013

Kevin and the Hardy Family,
May God Bless and comfort you during this difficult time.

Carol Miller

Melissa Reilly

January 16, 2013

Kevin, Jodi, and family...I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Maggie Ward

January 16, 2013

I'm very sorry to hear of your lost. Rich and I worked together at IBM.

January 16, 2013

Dear Mary Kate, Mrs. Hardy and all the Hardys,
I am so sorry to hear that Mr. Hardy passed away. I hope you can take some comfort knowing he is now enjoying eternal happiness in heaven. God bless all of you.
Ann Farrell Pulliam

Adam and Sarah Peer

January 16, 2013

Anne Marie and Frank, we are both very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that we are praying for you and your family.

Judi Kreger

January 16, 2013

So sorry for your loss. I worked with Rich at IBM and he was a great guy. He will be missed.

Amy Hayden

January 16, 2013

Kevin, Mike and the ENTIRE Hardy family,
My heartfelt prayers and sympathy go out to you at this difficult time. We lost our dad last year so I know how awful it can be. Wish I could give you a hug in person but know that I'm thinking of you during this difficult time.

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