Mrs. Myrtle McBride Hardison Obituary in Wadesbaro at Smith's Funeral Home

Obituary For Mrs. Myrtle McBride Hardison

Mrs. Myrtle McBride Hardison, daughter of the late Dock Henry McBride and the late Jennie Melton McBride, blessed the world with her birth on September 15, 1932, in Morven, North Carolina. On August 31, 2024 while at Atrium Health Union in Monroe, North Carolina, our beloved Myrtle peacefully transitioned from this earthly realm to embrace eternal rest after 91 years of love and grace.

Myrtle professed her faith in Christ at a young age at Gatewood Station A.M.E. Zion Church in Morven, where she remained a devoted and faithful servant throughout her life. She served her church community as Pastor’s Aide, Deaconess, and lastly, as Mother of the Church.

A lifelong resident of Anson County, Myrtle graduated from McRae High School (formerly Morven Colored High School) in 1949. On June 8, 1958, she married Lee Thomas "Boot" Hardison, Sr. From this union, eight children were born. She later retired from West Knitting Mills after 28 years of dedicated service, where she worked at the cutting table, tying bundles of shirts alongside her close friends and coworkers, Wiley Rorie and Troy Williams. Myrtle was known for her wit and loved telling jokes. She also enjoyed watching wrestling, court shows, and game shows.

Myrtle was preceded in death by: one child Austin Hardison; and siblings Lillie McBride Little, Hattie McBride, John Robert McBride, Haywood McBride, Archie McBride, Jahue McBride and Lafayette McBride.

She leaves behind a loving family to cherish her memory: her children, Diane McBride-Holmes, Myrtle Hardison Jalaber, Katrina Hardison Edwards, Lee Thomas Hardison Jr. (Judy), Janelle Hardison (Army, Retired), Melvin Hardison (Marcela), Angela Hardison and Corey Hardison; her siblings, Margaret McBride Teal, Lonnie McBride (Bonnie), and Mezetta Chapman (Larry); a sister in law Louise Luallen; her grandchildren, Bruce Holmes, Sierra Moses, Derrick Hardison, Melvin Hardison Jr. (Madeline), Marcus Hardison, Naja Bennett (Nijel), Dior Hardison, Alexander Liles, Jordan Hardison, Austin Stephens, Torrey Edwards, Diego Castro (Diana) and Ikia Williams; as well as a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

The Homegoing Services will be on Thursday, September 5, 2024, 2:00pm, Smith's Memorial Chapel, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, North Carolina. Interment will be in the family plot of the Gatewood Station A.M.E. Zion Church Cemetery.

The Hardison Family will greet family and friends on Thursday, September 5, 2024 from 1:30-2:00pm at Smith's Memorial Chapel and at all other times at the family residence.

The public viewing will be on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 from 2:30-5:30pm.

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May your mother's spirit forever be with you; extending my heartfelt sympathy.
With love, peace, and blessings, Erica Melton Suber & Family

Mrs. Myrtle was a sweet loving GOD fearing woman. My love and prayers are forever with you.
Minister Wanda Johnson

Sending Our Deepest Condolences To You All.
Love Leslie And The Streater Family

We miss her so much, already! Praying for the family. Callie & Susan Little

Sending Condolences and Prayers, To The Hardison Family. Samantha Tillman Class of 83'

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My heartfelt condolences. Dear Lee, I was deeply saddened to hear of your recent loss. Please know that I am here for you during this difficult time ...

We send our condolences 🙏 to the family. Edward and Leevonda Simon.

Corey and family ,my condolences for your loss ,I had the pleasure of knowing Mrs. Myrtle , she was a special person , my prayers are with you and your family. "Norma Turcios"

On behalf of Myself and the staff of Anson County Sheriff's Office, we extend our deepest sympathies to the family at this time. We pray that you will have comfort in the midst of your pain and peace in the midst of your sorrow. -Sheriff Scott Howell

So sorry to hear of Ms. Myrtle passing. She was a wonderful and caring person. Always showed me love. Condolences to my family. Milly Colon🙏🏽❤️

My deepest condolences to the Hardison family My second family while growing up on 109 south boy use to have some great times know that I'm praying for you cory,Melvin, Lee, Trina.

Praying 🙏 for the family, sorry for your loss Randa Tillman McIver

To all of the beautiful and loving family of Mrs Myrtle Hardison, many laughs and memories with Myrt, Trina, Lee , etc on Bus 24 will be forever Rest in peace, a great lady. SharonKnotts

My deepest condolences and prayers to my beautiful friend, Angela Fair, and entire family regarding the loss of Ms. Myrtle. Dr. Vivian Kellock

My condolences to the family praying 🙏

Lydia Allen

I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs Myrthle. I knew her well. I am praying for the family.Annie Robinson and family

It is a great privilege to have been blessed with such a loving and caring aunt as Aunt "Myrt". I can't remember any time as a child or an adult that Aunt "Myrt" didn't greet me with a loving smile and well wishes. The true marks of a life lived well is the way ones children show respect for their parents while they are alive. Your children have raised up and called you blessed! " Zack and Lynn Little "

Diane and family: my heart,thoughts are prayers are with.you all at this most difficult time. God has gained an angel. Try to remember the happy times when sadness overcomes you, and know that God is always with you. I am praying for you now and in days to come. Hold on to God's unchanging hand.Be Blessed. Jessie Hoover Leak (Diane's friend)