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2014
Joseph Franklin Hardee, Jr., Joe, 65, of Raleigh, died Sunday, March 2, 2014 at home of natural causes. He was born August 30, 1948 to Fannie Poe Hardee and Joseph Franklin Hardee, Sr. Joe graduated from Millbrook High School in 1967 and then attended Wayne Community College in Goldsboro, NC.
Joe proudly served his country in the United States Army Infantry and was a Vietnam Veteran. He worked in the family business Wynn's Camptown and Marina. Joe retired from the North Carolina State Department of Revenue after 20 years of service. He was a member of North Raleigh United Methodist Church. In the past he volunteered with the Bay Leaf Fire Department.
Joe is survived by his mother, Fannie Poe Hardee; brother, Robert C. Hardee, Sr. and his wife Susan; nephews, Robert C. Hardee, Jr. and his wife Emily, Michael M. Hardee, and Christopher W. Hardee; and great nephew, Calvin Hardee.
Joe is preceded in death by his father, Joseph Franklin Hardee, Sr.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 P.M. on Wednesday, March 5, 2014 at North Raleigh United Methodist Church, 8501 Honeycutt Rd., Raleigh, NC 27615. The family will receive visitors starting at 1:45 P.M. prior to the service. Burial will follow at Montlawn Memorial Park.
Memorial donations may be made to North Raleigh United Methodist Church, 8501 Honeycutt Rd., Raleigh, NC 27615.
Arrangements by Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, 1701 E. Millbrook Rd. Please visit www.BrownWynneMillbrook.com
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March 8, 2014
"Pete" Montague
Sorry to hear of the loss of Joe Hardee. While he was behind me at MHS (1965), I remember Mrs. Hardee as one of my favorite teachers. My prayers to the family, I truly understand the loss.
March 8, 2014
Jay Wood
I was greatly saddened to hear of Joes passing, I will always remember the fun we had at Wynns. My best wishes for the family. Jay Wood
March 6, 2014
Roy Jarvis
I just learned about Joe's passing and was saddened. Have not seen him in many years. I am gratified to know he left such a fine legacy. I hold very fond memories of Mrs.Hardee as well.
March 6, 2014
Porter Shaw
May you be comforted in Gods grace and love in this time of the transition of Joe passing from his earthly life to his eternal life with God.
March 6, 2014
Linda Ward Masquat
Heaven is blessed. I am so sad to think of Joe's passing. I extend gratitude for the service he gave to our country & his sweet, gentle friendliness as a fellow classmate. My thoughts and prayers go out to Joe's family. Joe & I attended eighth grade under the care of one of my favorite teachers...his Mom. Mrs. Hardee, my heart goes out to you in your loss; May our Lord comfort you & give you peace.
March 5, 2014
Vicki Stephens Murray
As a former classmate at Millbrook, I remember Joe well and I am truly sorry to hear of his passing. Mrs. Hardee was one of my favorite all-time teachers. My sincere sympathy to the family. God Bless.
March 5, 2014
Cathy Schnurr
I am so happy to have visited Joe and Fannie on Thursday of last week. Joe and I shared some good laughs. We had August birthdays, left-handedness, and the same blood type. How about that?
Joe was a good man and did a lot for the Church. He will be missed. My deepest sympathy to the Hardee family.
Cathy Schnurr
March 5, 2014
Gail Ward
I am so very sorry for the loss Joe. May God give each of you peace and comfort.
March 5, 2014
george gupton
Sorry to hear about the passing of joe. He was a good fellow. I graduate with his brother bob. His mother taught me in school T millbrook. I thought the world of his entire family, good folks. Sorry for your family loss.
March 5, 2014
Terry & Diane Mason
So sorry to hear about Joe's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
March 5, 2014
Jimmy Wade
Although I haven't been in touch with Joe since high school, I have fond memories of him as a classmate. My sympathy and prayers are with the family.
March 5, 2014
Don & Ginger Crocker
Bob and Mrs. Hardee,
I am sad to hear about Joe Jr's passing. Although I haven't seen him in 40 years, I remember him well. He was a good man.
Don & Ginger Crocker - Spring Hope, NC
March 5, 2014
Susan Lane
So sorry to hear about Joe. I remember how much fun he was in school. Heaven has been blessed again with him there. Prayers to the family.
March 5, 2014
Stephen & Ginger Kornegay
My wife and I send our love and prayers to you. Joe was a wonderful man. He was a good friend in high school, very gentle and very nice.
March 5, 2014
Sorry to hear about Joe.He was a freind and co worker. my prayers are with his family
Billy Wilson Orlando Fl
March 5, 2014
Jayne Cornatzer
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
March 5, 2014
Nancy Boykin
So very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was a great man and will be missed by everyone that knew and loved him. Everyone is in my thoughts and prayers.
March 4, 2014
Bill & Becky Steinbach
So sorry to hear the sad news about Joe Jr. Everyone is in our prayers
March 4, 2014
Steve McKaig
Sonya and I are sad to hear about Joe. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
March 4, 2014
Pam Layton Richardson
Thinking about all of you during this sad time.
March 4, 2014
Edward Alexander
Thoughts and prayers to your dear Mother and family....what a pleasure to have known you . Much love.
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