Richard Hardy

Richard Hardy, 63 of New Philadelphia, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2015 at his home following a courageous 2 year battle with cancer.

Born February 6, 1952 in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania, he was the son of Susan (Olivario) Hardy and the late Donald Hardy.

Richard was a 1970 graduate of Tusky Valley High School, and recently retired after 22 years of service with Roadway Trucking.

He was an avid fisherman and the world's greatest Grandfather.

In addition to his mother he is survived by his loving wife of 23 years Cheri (Hayes) Hardy; brother Donald(Donna) Hardy, of Columbus; sister Bridget (Paul) Finlayson of Dover; son Michael Hardy of New
Philadelphia; stepsons, Trevor Olinger of Tuscarawas, Ryan (Crystal)Olinger of Cuyahoga Falls; grandchildren, Tyler and Travis Olinger of Tuscarawas, Araiya Hardy of Midvale, and Amelia and Charlie Olinger of Cuyahoga Falls; along with many neices and nephews.

Honoring Richard's wishes, cremation has been entrusted to the Toland-Herzig Funeral Home & Crematory in Dover. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Those wishing to share a fond memory of Richard may do so by visiting the "Obituaries & Flowers" link on the funeral home's website.

Memorial contributions can be made to Community Hospice, 716 Commercial Avenue S.W., New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663.