Obituary: Jerry Dean Hardwick

June 10, 1946 – July 29, 2024

Jerry Dean Hardwick, 78, of Bedford, passed away at his residence on Monday, July 29, 2024, at 5:10 p.m.

He was born in Lawrence County on June 10, 1946, the son of Pearl (Hardwick) Woodard. Jerry married Nedra Deckard in Bedford on January 31, 1970, and she survives. Jerry worked at RCA in Bloomington for over 30 years and at PRD in Bedford for several years. He was a veteran of the US Army.

Survivors include his wife, Nedra Hardwick of Bedford; one daughter, Cathy (Garry) Morrison of Heltonville; one son, Jerry Dean (Kylie) Hardwick, Jr. of California, Maryland; one brother, Robert “Johnny” Hardwick of Colorado; grandchildren, Tyler (Jordan) Morrison, Carly (Tiger) Baldwin, Cameron (Samantha) Coulter, Anna Faubion, Draven, Braylin, and Olivia; great-grandchildren, Morgan, Rory Jo, Luna, Leighton, Dallas, Zoey, Stevie, Alan, and Georgie.

Jerry was preceded in death by his mother, Pearl Woodard; stepfather, Fred Woodard; sister, Ginger Packwood; brother, Tom Hardwick; sister, Dorcus Charles.

Cremation was chosen. A celebration of Jerry’s life will take place at a later date.

Condolences may be made at www.cresthavenfh.com.