Mr. John Lee Hardin departed this life on Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at his residence. He was born on May 15, 1951 in Thomasville, NC, a son of the late John D. and Annie Mae Hardin. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Frank Hardin.
John attended the public schools of Thomasville, NC, and was a graduate of Thomasville High School, Class of 1969. He furthered his education at Catawba College in Salisbury, NC, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. He also attended Howard University in Washington, DC for two years.
John held various positions in the Community and the City of High Point, NC. He was a faithful and dutiful member of Bethlehem Baptist Church of High Point for 20 years. John was a Sunday School scholar and loved to sing congregational songs. One of his favorites was βThank God For Saving Me.β Even when his health began to fail him, John would come to the House of God. He loved his family, his church, his pastor, and church family dearly. John always had a glowing smile on his face. He loved reading, watching sports, playing the piano & guitar, and riding his bicycles.
John leaves behind cherished loving memories to his sister, Elvira Hardin; a nephew, Jamal Ricco Pegues; an aunt, Ms. Quincey Davis; and a host of family and friends.
Funeral service will be held Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel. Interment will follow at Carolina Biblical Gardens. The family will receive friends at the chapel from 12:30 p.m. until 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Bethlehem Baptist Church, 801 South Centennial St., High Point, NC 27260.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
I send my condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends of John Hardin. He was one year behind me at Catawba College in Salisbury, NC. My most enduring memory of John is that he was a natural born recontour. His many funny stories would bring the Brothers to side-holding laughter. In addition, he would break out in song, both sacred and secular, at a moment's notice, as he lifted people's spirit. You have lost a brother, cousin, uncle, or nephew and I, along with many in the Catawba College community, have lost a dear friend. I am praying for comfort and healing for the Hardin family. He will be sorely missed. RIP, my Friend. Dolan Hubbard ('71), PhD
I considered John to be my father, he was accepted into our family with open arms, I remember him walking through Mom's door saying Hello Michelle, Hello Quen with a gigantic smile!!! John I love you so much and you will truly be missed!!! Rest in power!!! Until we meet again.
Sorry Elvira neighbor of so many years to hear of the passing of John peace and comfort to U and the family and friends . Clifton & Sharon Davis
Sorry about your loss Elvira Praying for you and your family. God continue to keep you in his care Evelyn G Gilley.
Please accept my condolences. John was a classmate at THS and one of my friends. I remember dancing with him at a school dance at the pool bath house in the late 60's. We can be assured that God welcomed John with open arms. Pat Harris Shelton
So sorry to hear of John's passing, he was an old friend of mine. I will never forget that beautiful smile and our long conversations. My condolences and prayers to his family. R.I.P John!ππΉ
Jackie
John,Iam going to miss talking to you daily and some great conversations we had, but most of all telling each other that we π each other and Annie Bell as well.Our first cousin that we connected with when you came to Florida. Love you for Eternity! I will see you again. π π π & π π to you Elvira!!! Sorry I can't be there!
RIP to a great guy and a great friend
Although we have lived our lives in different areas,I do remember my classmate, neighbor and friend fondly. Blessings and love to you Elvira and your family. Deepest sympathy, Robert Dula
My deepest sympathy to you Elvira on the passing of your brother John.ππΎ One of my fondest memories will always be that he took me to our Senior Prom. C/O69 May you find comfort in knowing that he is now pain free and resting in the Arms of the Almighty God! R.I.ParadiseJohn!π Magaline Farabee Bowman & Family
I am so sorry to hear about John passing away he was a very kind person and he will surely be missed Alberta
Elvira, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of John. May God continue to give you strength as you go through this difficult time. Calvin & Priscilla Henderson
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