HARDY, David Grover
1931 - 2011
David Grover Hardy was born in the Drumheller Hospital on September 22, 1931 and passed away peacefully in the Drumheller Continuing Care Facility, at the age of 80 years. David is survived by; his daughter Janice M Hardy of Rosedale, his two sons David W Hardy (Joyce) and Randy G Hardy (Sharon) of Rosedale, Sisters Pearle Gillrie and Pat Gorse as well as brothers Charles Hardy and Harold Hardy, Grandchildren: Justin (Mel), Travis (Vicki), Jamie (Dan), Kyle (Amanda), Nathan, Jasmine (Ryan) and Taylor, Great-Grandchildren: Lochlann, Alivia, Grayson and Finley. David was predeceased by his loving wife Frances M Hardy and his parents Sylvia Hardy and Grover Hardy and sister Eva Thomas. David was raised on the family farm in the Verdant Valley area. After Dave finished High School, he served a short time in the Armed Forces until becoming injured. He then returned to Drumheller and started his mechanical career where he became well known throughout the Drumheller Valley and surrounding areas for his vast knowledge in auto, agriculture and antique equipment. In 1977 Dave and his wife Frances moved to the Morrin area where he managed and operated Waters Farm for 27 years until he retired in 2004. Dave was a long time Elks and Legion member. He enjoyed camping, fishing, dancing and spending time with his grandchildren and visits from his great grandchildren. Service of Remembrance for Dave will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at the St. Anthony’s Roman Catholic Church with Father Gilles LeBlanc as celebrant. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation Tom Baker Cancer Center 1331-29 Street NW Calgary AB T2N 4N2. Courtney-Winters Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements (403 823 2666).
