William David (Dave) Hardin
Colonel William David (Dave) Hardin, PhD, of Ballwin Missouri passed away September 12, 2016 in his home. He was born on December 29, 1937 to the late William and Crethen Hardin. He received a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri School of Mines & Metallurgy, a M.S. degree from Texas A & M and a PhD from the University of Missouri – Rolla. He was married to Frances (Byers) Hardin on March 1, 1967 and they resided in Ballwin, Missouri. He was the proud father of Lora Hardin and step-father to Bryan Bradley.
Dave worked as a mechanical engineer for Hussmann Corporation for many years and then began a second career with the Internal Revenue Service and retired in 2004. He served with the United States Army in the Korean War and was active the in the Army Reserves until 1997 as a Colonel. During his career in the Army, he completed numerous courses for the U.S Army Logistics Management Center and also was a graduate of the U.S. Army War College.
A final committal service with military honors will be held Friday, September 23, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. at the Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis Missouri.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Dave’s name with the National Parkinson Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131.
Fran and Lora:
I was so very sorry to hear about Dave’s passing. Over the years he truly became one of my favorite clients. He always had a smile and a joke and a laugh. He was a very smart man as well as very kind. I will truly miss talking to him and seeing him. You are both in my thoughts and prayers. Dave was one of the good guys.
Doug Peden
Hi Fran and Lora, I am so very sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. He was definitely a favorite client of ours. I will miss him teasing me whenever he called. I am so happy I had a chance to know you all and will treasure the time we spent together. You are such a special family and our hearts and thoughts will be with you as you go through this very sad time.
Doris Voerster
Fran, Lora, and Bryan,
Alan, my Mom, Dad, and I were all very sorry to hear about Dave’s passing. I remember as kids when we would come over and Dave would always have a smile on his face, or he would joke around with us. Dave was always kind hearted and loving towards us. We will all miss Dave and the joy that he brought. We will all have your family in our hearts and prayer, and we will always be here for you. Dave will truly be missed.
Eri, Alan, Helene, Artan