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Richard Hardgrave Obituary

Richard Davis Hardgrave Sr., a native of Chicago, IL and a resident of Pride, LA, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2013 at the age of 87. He was a decorated US Navy WWII Veteran aboard the USS The Sullivans (DD-537). Richard had a talent in woodcarving specializing in water fowl, and was an avid bass fisherman. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him. He is survived by many loving children and numerous grandchildren. Richard is preceded in death by his wife, Dolores Hardgrave and three sons. Visitation will be held at Greenoaks Funeral Home on Thursday, May 9, 2013 from 10am until funeral service at 12pm. Interment will follow in Greenoaks Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Jay Michael Martin, Richard "Chip" Hardgrave Jr., Rebecca Richardson, Dr. Charles Eberly, Jared Poché, Jesse Martin, and Bill Badeaux. Please visit www.greenoaksfunerals.com to leave condolences for the family.

Published by The Advocate from May 6 to May 8, 2013.
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Just learned of Richards passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all. Delores, Rick and Lynn King

August 27, 2013

I did not know my grandfather well but I was very sad and confused when he passed. At least I know where my mother and I got our spunk! It was nice to know him and I'm sorry we could not share more stories together. I'm sorry for everyone's loss and I'm sorry I could not be there.

Meagan McLaughlin Luster

July 30, 2013

We are sorry for your loss. We only heard of Dick's passing a few days ago. I wish I would have know, we would have been there. You are in our thoughts and prayers. GOD speed Dick, GOD speed.

Mary Jenkins Simoneaux Reese

May 14, 2013

Love and miss you. "Get Over It" Will always remember the good times on the patio.
Love ya. Pam Martin

May 13, 2013

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May 11, 2013

Our sincere sympathy. He was one of a kind and we loved him.

Leon & Jeanette Higdon

May 10, 2013

Chris Hardgrave Brasuk

May 9, 2013

Chris Hardgrave Brasuk

May 9, 2013

I'm sorry that I couldn't attend the services. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Chip.

Chris Hardgrave Brasuk

May 9, 2013

Over the past several years, I have often thought of visiting Mr. Hardgrave during my few trips back to town, but just never made it happen. Life goes by too quickly. I regret not being able to make the services and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know he will be dearly missed.

Marla Hilburn Warner

May 8, 2013

I was shocked and saddened to hear of uncle Dick's passing. Memories of visits back and forth between Austin family and Baton Rouge family are a big part of how I look back on growing up. My deepest condolences. He will be missed.

Steve Lacker

May 8, 2013

Mr. Hardgrave was a very special man. He will always have a place in my heart. We were longtime neighbors with he and Mrs. Dolores and I worked with him at General Tire Company. He will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family..Chip you take care honey. Cindy Munson Conti

Cindy Munson Conti

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May 7, 2013

Dick will always have a special place in my heart.

Lisa Martin

May 7, 2013

It has been at least a million or two years since I have seen you guys or Dick. I am sure sorry for your loss. I still remember the more simple days when we occupied all of our days riding bikes and finding something or someone to bother. He always welcomed me whether I deserved it or not. My sincere condolences. A.V. Hanks

A.V. Hanks

May 7, 2013

My deepest sympathies for the family of Dick Hardgrave. He was a super awesome dad, one of the very best. He will be missed by everyone he was friends with. Rest in Peace

Avie Bodi Raduenz

May 7, 2013

We spent a lot of hours together in the dove fields. I really admired his generation. He will be greatly missed by the dove hunting boys of 4-H club. We loved hearing his stories and listening to him and Mr Neal go at each other.( The old Navy and Marine Corp thing. RIP Old Friend

John Jenkins

May 7, 2013

I will miss you terribly. You were so good to our family and to me and your passing will definitely leave a void in my life. Now you are with Delores and my Mother. Love always. Sammie Sue Neal Gautreaux

May 7, 2013

We were so happy to meet you when Rudy took you for a ride to Gulfport. We really enjoyed spending time with the two of you that day. Rudy kept us updated on how you were doing. RIP

Linda & Jim Nicoletti

May 7, 2013

One candle will light the Darkness!

Rudy Landry

May 6, 2013

My dear friend, you will always be remembered, endeared, and missed, I can't imagine the reunion you are now having,
R I P YOUR FRIEND, RUDY

Rudy Landry

May 6, 2013

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