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Rev. Joseph Francis Hardy

1933 - 2024

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Fr. Robert O'Brien posted a condolence

Friday, June 14, 2024

My prayers and sympathies to all of you who are Fr. Joe's family, friends and diocesan family. I had the pleasure of being taught by Fr. Joe in my last year in seminary at St. Peter's in the 1988-89 academic year. Fr. Joe was a breath of fresh air with his practical zingers his colourful socks and effusive personality. I've been in priestly ministry now for 35 years and appreciate even more his attention to the pastoral work at hand. His love of people and his hope for them was shot through his whole person. I am sure many of you contributed to all of that and much more good that I did not witness. May he be welcomed now to that fullness of life he trusted in and so happily shared with us.

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James T. Hardy Posted Jun 18, 2024 at 4:56 PM

Thank you Fr O-Brien for your kind comments. He loved to teach, especially the Seminarians, and share his knowledge and exprience with them. He was known across the Diocese for his loud socks and voice, which he retained to the end. AS you point out, he will now be in a bteer place free from pain and illness.

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Ike and some Irish grandson culligan Posted Jun 28, 2024 at 8:15 AM

Father Hardy, I’m sorry my to have heard the saddest news to have heard the news this world lost a great and beautiful man!!

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Daniel Hardy donated to COVENANT HOUSE TORONTO

Monday, June 10, 2024

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Gerry & Nancy O’Reilly posted a condolence

Saturday, June 8, 2024

To Father Hardy’s family & friends. We were parishioners at St. Columban parish until it closed in 2003. Father sure kept things interesting & fun. He would often start his homilies with a good Irish joke disguised as a story that related to the homily with Mrs. McGillicuddy as the central character. The parties he organized were called “fun raisers” and any funds raised was just a bonus. May he rest in peace. Gerry & Nancy O’Reilly

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James T. Hardy Posted Jun 18, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Thanks Gerry and Nancy for your joyful remembrances of Fr. Joe. He loved St Columban and was very upset when it was closed. He always loved a party, right to the end. We will have to have a final birthday party for him in July. He is in peace.

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Marie Kennedy-Jones donated to COVENANT HOUSE TORONTO

Thursday, June 6, 2024

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Dominic Fernandez uploaded photo(s)

Thursday, June 6, 2024

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Au Revoir Fr Joe Hardy. Dominic Fernandez and Family. ps: ONLY Priest That Cared ... to share a Meal with us!

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James T. Hardy Posted Jun 18, 2024 at 5:03 PM

Thank you Dominic for your remarks. Fr Joe always enjoyed a meal with family, friends and parishioners and it was good of you to invite him. The pictures are very nice and typical of him.

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AJ posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 5, 2024

I had the pleasure of caring for Father Joe as he called himself at Mount Hope Center for Long Term Care as a PSW. He was always a kind man, very funny and loving to all. He would often stop in the morning where we keep our artificial flowers and hand them out to some of the ladies in the home. He had many friends and everyone cared about him. He is missed everyday. He was truly a blessing to know. My condolences to his family and friends.

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James T. Hardy Posted Jun 18, 2024 at 5:07 PM

AJ thanks for your very nice comments and for your ongoing care of him at Mt Hope. He was very fortunate to have caring professionals, at all levels, to look after him , right to the end. Mt Hope is a wonderful residence because of its staff.

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Anne O'Connor - O'Grady planted a tree in memory of Rev. Joseph Francis Hardy

Wednesday, June 5, 2024

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Our deepest sympathy to the HARDY CLAN. God bless Joe. He was a mainstay in my O'Connor family. His laugh, Chicago stories and socks, memories. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree

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Gerda& Cor Vanden Hoven donated to COVENANT HOUSE TORONTO

Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Sincere sympathy to FatherJoe’s family. I had the pleasure of working with him when I taught grades three and four at Joseph School in Clinton. The children loved when he would visit the class. He always had a good time with them and would get them excited. We would be involved at Sunday Mass at times. One I remember in particular was a presentation by the children on the Jesse Tree. He leaves behind many great memories and personal celebrations. He was great to arrange things for the altar boys. Our son went to play soccer at a youth detention centre. He shared why some were spending time there. It scared the boys but helped them realize, that in spite of the crimes committed , they were still just boys and enjoyed the sport. Last I spoke with him he wanted to go for a drive and it was about 8 at night.. I apologized that it was too late as I had a hour to drive. Sincere sympathy to all his family and may the happy memories continue to make you smile. RIP Father Hardy.

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Jerry McMahon posted a condolence

Wednesday, June 5, 2024

My condolences on the passing of Fr Hardy. He was our priest at st Joseph’s church in Clinton. He gave me my first communion and was there until my confirmation. He became a very good friend to our family and we all have very good memories of him. He was the priest for my sisters marriage and was there for my brothers and parents funerals. Through all the years I managed to keep in touch with him. The last time I called him I asked him how old he was, his reply was 87 not yet in heaven. Well you are now. Thank you Fr Hardy for always being there and all the people you helped in your life. Now in closing I,d like to quote fr hardy what he would say at the end of his sermon “ AND NOW EVERYONE IN A BIG LOUD VOICE”. AMEN Jerry McMahon on behalf of the McMahon family

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Jerry and Margie O'Connor posted a condolence

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Jim , Marj and Family, Our condolences for your loss. Our kids upon hearing of Joe's passing texted us of so many happy encounters with Joe. Uppermost was a trip where he took them to Bigeman Park to the waterslide and after for pizza. They even sent us a picture of serving for him at the altar just like their father had before them. We will certainly miss Joe.

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Corrie Gicante donated to COVENANT HOUSE TORONTO

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

My sincere condolences Jim, Marj and family on the loss of your brother, brother-in-law and Uncle, Father Joseph . May you find comfort in loving memories and peace from the faith that lives wohtin your heart and the dedication to Father Joseph to the Catholic church and communities he served. Corrie Gicante

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Bonnie Manders posted a condolence

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Sincere Sympathy Jim, Marj and Family. Father Joe will be missed.

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Bobbie & Ross McConnell donated to COVENANT HOUSE TORONTO

Monday, June 3, 2024

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Sharon Medd posted a condolence

Monday, June 3, 2024

Leo and I always new if there was a knock at the front door after 9 at night is was Father Joe, stopping in to catch up, he loved coming to the family get togethers trying to keep all the new ones straight. There is a large table full of special folks waiting to greet him.

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Brenda Papp Posted Jun 3, 2024 at 10:39 PM

Thanks Aunt Sharon. He definitely had a habit of visiting people late at night! I know he considered himself an honorary Medd - he loved being included in all of the events!

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A Memorial Tree was planted for Rev. Joseph Francis Hardy

Monday, June 3, 2024

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Monday, June 3, 2024

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