Randall Glenn "Randy" Harden, 50, died Saturday, November 9, 2013 in Ogeechee Area Hospice.
Mr. Harden was born in Chillicothe, OH and was raised in Sanford, NC and Waycross, GA, where he graduated from Waycross High School. Randy was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, having served from 1984 until 1988, was a graduate of Georgia Southern University and had lived in Statesboro for the past 25 years. Randy worked in the paper manufacturing business as a salesman and service representative and also worked in sales with the Grinnell Corporation. He was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church and served on the church Vestry and was an avid Georgia Bulldogs fan. Randy was preceded in death by his father, William R. Harden, Jr.
Randy is survived by 3 children, Allison Wolfer and her husband, Matt of Dawsonville; John Harden, Athens and Will Harden, Statesboro, mother, Janice Harden, Raleigh, NC, brother, William R. Harden, III and his wife, Beth of Apex, NC, uncle, Neill Harden, Cary, NC.
The family will receive friends 12:30 -1:30 PM Monday, November 11, in Hodges-Moore Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Monday in the Trinity Episcopal Church with the Reverend Joan Kilian officiating.
Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery in Plymouth, NC.
Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Episcopal Church, 4401 Country Club Road, Statesboro, GA 30458 or the Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675.
Hodges-Moore Funeral Home is in charge of funeral arrangements.
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November 18, 2013
Bill Smith
Randy was one - if not - my favorite student. My wife, Gwen, and I lived at the time at Tybee Island and enjoyed Randy's visits. In Marketing classes, he was a little older, more worldly yet yielding, and always willing to add to discussion that would contribute to learning, that made him an exceptional student and always a former marine. Although he had to deal with serious health issues as a young family man, his daily manners and activities never reflected such life threatening issues. He was a great golfer and proud of his talents that spent "fun" time with those of us who could not believe his skills as a golfer. Although I was not fortunate enough to keep in touch over the years, I will cherish the great times that both Gwen and I shared with Randy. Thanks for the memories.
November 12, 2013
Pam Hart
I went from junior high school on with Randy. He was always smart and witty and fun to be around. My condolences to his family.
November 12, 2013
Michael Kirkman
Only the good die young, My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
November 12, 2013
Bill Harwood
Dear Janice and Butch I am sorry to hear about your loss. Bill Harwood and family.
November 11, 2013
Janice and Butch, I was so sorry to hear of Randy's passing. Your family will be in my and Walter's thoughts and prayers - please know that.
Dana and Walter Youmans
November 11, 2013
Kathy McGee
Janice. I am so sorry to learn of Randy's passing. Praying for you and your family. Hopefully, one day I will get to visit you.
November 11, 2013
Julie Highsmith
Dear Butch and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Randy's passing. It seems only yesterday that he would visit us here in Waycross during the old "Scapa" days! Focus on the good memories and know that I will be lifting up your family in my prayers for God's comfort and peace to you all.
November 11, 2013
Ted & Brenda Deroche
Dear Butch and the Harden family. We are so sorry to hear of Randy's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family.
November 11, 2013
Tom Fisher
John,
I was so sorry to learn of your dad's passing. I always enjoyed hearing your stories of visiting him in North Carolina. It takes a good man to raise a good man and I'm confident your father was proud of you. I'm sorry I can't be there in person, but I want you to know that you and your family have my full support and deepest condolences.
Much love to you, brother.
November 10, 2013
Austin Bartsch
To John and the Harden family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my prayers. If you need anything do not hesitate to ask. God bless you and all your family.
November 10, 2013
Caroline, Michael Hatchett and cousins
Dear Janice, Allison, John and Will and rest of family,
We are all praying for you and so sorry to hear of Randy's passing.You all have been and will be in our thoughts often.We will send cards soon letting you all know you have all of our love and support in this difficult time. We miss you all!!
November 10, 2013
Lyn Young
Dear Janice, Allison, John, and Will,
I am so very sorry to hear about Randy. I know that this is such a huge loss for your family. Please know that each of you are in my prayers and I will be thinking of you all often.
Love,
Lyn Young
November 10, 2013
Steven Massoni
Dear John and the Harden family,
My family and I extend our condolences to you in this difficult time. Throughout my friendship with John, I have been lucky enough to experience first-hand how caring, respectful and loyal a man he is. I am confident that many of the endearing qualities John possesses comes from his farther. I am deeply sorry for your loss, and may Mr. Harden rest in peace.
Sincerely,
November 10, 2013
Ellis Watson
To the Harden family, you remain in my prayers. To John, I am and will always be here for you for the rest of our lives. God bless your family and its father who was lost.
Your friend and brother,
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