William Harding
December 02, 1927 - May 26, 2009
Obituary
William E. "Bill" Harding, Jr. 81, of Avon, passed away on May 26, 2009. He was born on December 2, 1927. Bill worked as the Director of Administrative Services for the Department of Family and Child Services for 47 years. He was a Master Sergeant in the U.S. Army, serving during the Korean War and received two Bronze Service Stars. Bill received the Sagamore of the Wabash by Governor Evan Bayh in 1994, was a member of the K of C Fatima #3228 and was a semi-pro bowler. Bill was preceded in death by his sisters, Doris and Betty. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte (Latz) Harding; son, W. Michael (Lisa) Harding; daughter, Trish Harding; brother, Ralph "Skip" (Faye) Harding; grandchildren, Molly and Michael; and nieces Donna, Kathryn and Jeffery. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2009 at Stevens Mortuary from 4-8 pm. Funeral services will be held Friday, May 29, 2009 at Calvary Cemetery Chapel, Troy and Bluff Rd, at 10:30 am, where burial will follow. The family requests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences can be made at: www.stevensmortuary.net
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Kay Nichols
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Mike and family, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You never let on all month that he was ill. I am sure it will be a tough time, I lost my Dad in July of 2002 and miss him terribly to this day. Take care of yourselves. Your friend, Kay
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Patty Pearson-Mills
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Harding Family, I realize there are no words to comfort you at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Patty Pearson-Mills
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Dan Gelb
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Bill was a great man, very well respected by all of us who knew him and worked with him. My condolences go out to family, along with hope for the peace that comes in knowing that he's no longer suffering.
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Gerri White
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I worked for yrs as the account clerk at Shelby Co. Welfare(Fam. & Child.) I had so much respect for Bill. He was really a wonderful person and always helpful. I am so sorry for your loss. Gerri
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Kevin and Marsha Lister
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To the Harding Family, we have you in our thoughts and prayers. Just know that he is there with you today and will have his loving arms wrapped around each and every one of you especially his grandchildren. Open your hearts to the Lord and he will bless you tremendously today and everyday. We Love you Mike and Lisa, Molly and Michael. Give hugs to Trish for us and let her know we think of her often.
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John Jacob
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Mike, I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My deep sympathy to you and your family. You are in my prayers. John Jacob State Board of Accounts