6 January 1948 – 31 August 2025
6 January 1948 – 31 August 2025
Passed away peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital on Saturday the 31st of August 2025. Dearly loved husband of Gail. Loved dad of Scott, and the late Steven. Adored grandad of Charlie, and Klyde. A service to celebrate Russell’s life will be held at the TSB Hub, Hawera on Thursday the 4th of September 2025 at 1:00pm

Funeral service held at TSB Hub
Fantastic tribute to a great man, sorry I missed it live..RIP Russ
Sorry was unable to attend today. My love goes out to you Gail Scott and family at this sad time. RIP
Deepest condolences to Gail and family very sad news a great man Stu said one of the best RIP
Our condolences to Gail, Scott and the Hardy family. Russell Hardy - what a legend. Whether it was at work or cricket at Normanby, I will always remember Russells wicked sense of humour and his ability to say things that from many would be seen as offensive but from Russell you just had to laugh. Will be sadly missed. Kerry & Andrea Boult
Uncle Russ leaves us with so many fond memories. His perfectly kept lawn, proud garden with the biggest onions and sweetest tomatoes, and his ute trips to the paddock full of pumpkins. He never let us leave empty-handed, always loading us up with lemons, tomatoes, spuds for Christmas, or even whitebait from the freezer. More than fruit and veggies, he gave us generosity, love, and endless laughs. One of the funniest buggers you’d ever meet – we’ll miss you, Uncle Russ. — Loving brother of Robyn and cherished Uncle of Hamish and Jacqui, Frazier and Shelly, Finn and Zinny, Juarne and Ryan and kids
Condolences to the hardy family, RIP Russell
Edit I will never forget your smile
The most beautiful man inside and out, hard working, gardens always amazing Loved his boil up, and fresh water crawlies Special love for our dog Blitz I will forget your smile, beautiful eyes, thinking of you all at this time, RIP to a great man

Funeral service held at TSB Hub

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