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Donald James Hardy passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, at Fisher-Titus Medical Center in Norwalk, Ohio.
Donald was employed with TC Wilson Masonry and later with Hardy Masonry, where he took great pride in his work. A man of many skills and passions, he especially loved woodworking, hunting, and fishing—activities that reflected his appreciation for craftsmanship and the outdoors.
He is survived by his brother, Charles Hardy; his sons, Douglas (Margaret) Hardy, David (Cheryl) Hardy, and Donald Hardy; his grandchildren, Megan ,William, Bart, Brittany, and Aubry; and several great-grandchildren.
Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Dwight and Leona Hardy; His wife Phyllis Hardy, his brothers, Dwight and John “William”; his sisters, Hildred Crabbs, Laura Moon, Margery Burrey, Gertrude Young, and Alice Gilbert; and his grandchildren, Brett and Kadi.
Private services will be held. Foster Funeral Home & Crematory in Huron, Ohio, is assisting the family with arrangements.
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