Robert Eugene Hardy
April 04, 1951 - July 04, 2015
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Robert Eugene Hardy
April 04, 1951 - July 04, 2015
Obituary
Robert (Bob) Eugene Hardy passed away peacefully, yet unexpectedly due to complications from lung surgery, with his family and best friends by his side on July 4, 2015. He was born in Pasco, Washington on April 4, 1951 to Eugene and Clara Hardy. Bob attended schools in the Tri-Cities, before moving with his family to Spokane in 1961. He finished his schooling and graduated from Lewis and Clark High School in 1969.
Following high school, Bob enlisted in the Air National Guard. His assignments were in Spokane and Tacoma. After he retired in 1992, he made his home in Everson, WA where he opened his own business, Fairhaven Post & Parcel, which he owned for 13 years.
Bob was an avid bowler who bowled over 13 perfect (300) games! He received many awards through the years. Anyone who knew Bob knew his passion for bowling. In addition, he loved camping, hunting, and fishing. He always had a fish story! In recent years, he became quite the knife collector, and was passionate about football…involved with over 30 teams in the fantasy football draft.
Bob’s greatest joy was his family and friends. He was an amazing father & husband with a great sense of humor. He had a reputation for being the best guy, buddy, or friend anyone could ever want. Bob had a joke or funny remark for every occasion.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents and his canine buddy…Nick! He is survived by his wife, Tami, and daughter Ashley; sons Chad (Lindsey) Hardy of Spokane, and Shawn (Trish) Hardy of Spokane, four grandchildren: Sydney Hardy, Levin Hardy, and twins Emma and Noah Hardy; two sisters and one brother, Nancy (Wayne) Rau of Spokane, Myrna Henderson of Billings, MT, Bill (Paula) Hardy of Coon Rapids, MN. In addition, he is survived by two aunts, as well as many nieces, nephews and other extended family and friends.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at the American Legion Post #7, 1688 W. Bakerview Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226 .
Memorial Service
- Date & Time: August 15, 2015 (12:00 AM)
- Venue: American Legion Post 7
- Location: 1688 W BAKERVIEW RD Bellingham, WA 98226 - (Get Directions)
12 responses to Robert Eugene Hardy
Ron Port says:
July 4, 2015
I worked with Bob at the 105th in Material Control and later @ FAFB. He was a good friend and will be greatly missed. I send my condolences and prayers to his family and friends.
dawn simpson says:
July 4, 2015
Doug and I showed up a month early! Hope to make it for the real ceremony! My heart goes out to you all!
Amanda Aguilar says:
July 4, 2015
I am sorry for your loss, Bob was not only an amazing bowler, he was an amazing person. He always had a smile on his face and liked cracking a few jokes here and there. I enjoyed bowling with him on Wednesday night out at Baker. He challenged me to be better. I didn’t know him as well as a lot of the others, but one thing that always stood out to me was how much he loved his family. He will be deeply missed. God bless.
Tim and JulieAnn Rau says:
July 4, 2015
To the family our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. To Unle Bob, thank you for the many fun stories and jokes you shared with us through the years. For your infectious laugh and smile that would light up any room and moment in time. Thank you for your friendship and being an awesome uncle. We will miss you more than words could express, but this is not goodbye as we know we will see you again one day, until then Rest in Peace Uncle Bob (UB).Love,
Tim and JulieAnn
Trish Hardy says:
July 4, 2015
Pops- I miss you. I learned so much from you and cherished every conversation we ever had. You were an inspiration to me. I am proud to be your daughter-in-law. You had a bright smile and awesome stories of past family get togethers. To me you were amazing. There was so much more I wanted to say, and so much more I wanted to learn from you. I will hold on to the words of wisdom you gave me. Just know when you spoke I listened. You gave me so much understanding and courage. Pops I love you.
Tami- It is always hard to find the right things to say when something like this happen. I do know that Pops loved you so much. He spoke nothing but good things and was proud to be your husband. My heart breaks for you and Ashley, because I know the hurt we all feel and you must feel that twice as much. I am so sorry for your loss. I am sure he is up there now watching over you and I hope you feel some sort of comfort knowing he lives in a better place and lives in all of us. The memory of him will never be lost by anyone that knew him. You are still my mother-in-law and I think of you often too. Anytime you like you can call as I would love to continue building a relationship with you. Sending strength to you through prayer and love.