After a courageous 3 year hard-fought battle with brain cancer, Carmin Wilson Hardy, 62, passed away peacefully at home in San Diego, CA on October 12, 2020.
Carmin, the youngest of 9 siblings, was born on January 3,1958 in Laramie, Wyoming.
While simultaneously working at the Forest Service and attending Laramie High School, she scored a 1510/1600 on the SAT, placing her in the 99th percentile.
Receiving multiple scholarships, she attended Barat College in Chicago and ultimately graduated from Colorado State University with a B.S. in Accountancy, and an emphasis in Taxation.
She was an IRS Enrolled Agent and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Colorado and California.
She was an IRS Team Manager who was responsible for overseeing large corporate and international audits. After 37 years of service, she retired and started her tax business consisting of nearly 100 clients.
Carmin was a devoted wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She enjoyed reading, traveling, cooking, exercising, attending sports events, and had a big heart to help others.
She was an intelligent, competitive, and spiritual person who had an energetic personality.
She is survived by her husband, Lucien Jr., daughter LaRamie (Christian), son Lucien III, and grandchildren Brookelyn, Raela, and Kamren. She is also survived by: mother-in-law Gwen, brothers Jessie (Juanita), Jimmie (Shirley), Ed and Travis, sisters Arnette, Catherine (James), Sherene (Craig) Renee (Mike), Sonya, Charmain, and Aralitta; sister-niece Darlene; 13 nephews and 5 nieces.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Elizzie B Wilson, father-in-law Lucien Hardy, brothers Junior Lee, David Lee and Wendell, Sister Ethel, Aunt Viola and Uncle Ike.
Celebration of Carmin’s life will begin at 10AM on October 31,2020 at Lionsgate Event Center in Lafayette, Colorado.
Carmen, May you Rest In Peace
Lucien and family, I was heartbroken to hear of the passing of Carmen. We shared some times in the past that were and are unforgettable. Carmen was the most gracious, understanding, good-hearted, funny lady and wife...oh...there are so many accolades for this women... too many to count or write about. My thoughts, prayers and condolences are with you all. I am so sorry I missed the Memorial Service...I want you to know I was there in heart! Carmen and all of you will live in my heart forever! Lord bless and keep you and may His face shine upon you and give you peace. Love you all! "Sticky" Dick Garrison
So sorry to hear of the loss of Carmin. She was a vibrant soul who always had her opinions. She was so energetic. We loved spending time with Carmin on our boat trips in San Diego. Our deepest sympathies to your family. RIP Carmin.
What an amazing family. I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and positive thoughts.
Continued Prayers in the loss of your loving, precious Carmin. Lucien, LaRamie, Lucien III and all grieving Family and Friends, may you find some measure of comfort from the legacy of devotion, stamina and vision that Carmin exhibited all of her life, through every challenges that crossed her path. May we all hold tight to her immeasurable Spirit, granted by God, to be part of our lives too With deepest sympathies - Cindy Scott Cooper, Carmin's Barat College roommate.
I’m so lucky to have known Carmin. Her warmth, kindness & sense of humor immediately put you at ease. She will be missed by so many. Love & light to her family during this time of sorrow.
No words can capture the love and admiration I will always have for Carmin! Carmin and Coach Hardy ... I am forever grateful for the love you've always shown me, for accepting me like family, for showing me tough love, teaching me perseverance, hope, and determination.... Sending my love and prayers to you Coach Hardy, Lucien, and LaRamie! Until we meet again, Maude
I'm so sorry for your loss. Carmin was a ray of sunshine anytime you were in her presence. I pray that God continues to keep His shield around you while you grieve your loss ?
Carmen, you are such a beautiful person with the greatest smile. You will be missed and in our heart always.
Carmin was my Manager for a short while and I enjoyed every minute of it! I loved that she was a straight shooter in her management style and you always knew what she expected. Besides that, she was a fun and exuberant person to be around. Her light shines on in all the people she touched. Love to you all, Monica Lord
I am honored to have worked with her for several years. She was a kind, energetic and smart soul. Gone too soon. She shall be missed. RIP.
So sorry to hear the sad news, and to think of how hard this must be for all the family to get through. I think of you all often, and wish only the best for you as you work through this difficult time. big hugs all around.
Carmin has unmatched energy, stunning achievements, caring, true soul - it is an honor to share a loving friendship over many years of living life - prayers familia - rest now in our Lords arms Carmin -Godspeed ?
Carmin was a wonderful person. I was a classmate of hers in high school. She had a ready smile and I enjoyed our conversations. My condolences to her family. Rest in peace Carmin.
Condolences and prayers for the Wilson family on this devastating loss. I was a classmate of Sherene's, and several of the Class of 1973 send their good thoughts and prayers to your family, including Mary (Jeffi) Wood, Cheryl Ferguson McCormick, Mark Walker, and several others.
I had many a good laughs with Carmen she was a feisty lady she will be so much. My condolences to the Hardy and Lee families
Though I've never met Carmin, I've heard tons of stories through Darlene. I'm so sorry and I'm thinking of the entire family - my deepest sympathies!
Condolences to the entire family during your time of grief. Prayers extended to you during this difficult time.
I treasure my conversations with Carmin...We talked about our favorite books, travel, science, and life. Carmin bravely fought this disease and the love of Carmin's family sustained her during the hardest days. I remember visiting with Carmen at a back yard BBQ in Boulder. There I met her daughter and was touched by the way she cared for her mom. Now that the fight is over, may you ease your troubled mind sand shattered hearts with beautiful memories of Carmin. Warmly, Moni Fleshner and Peter Bowers
Aunt Carmen, Hearing of your passing was one of the most difficult days of my life. This is so incredibly hard. At a time you were the only one there for me. You meant more to me than you ever knew. I never got the chance in the last few years to tell you exactly how much you inspired me to never give up and fight for what was wanted out of life. Nothing comes easy or with out a price. I love you and thank you for loving me. Forever in my heart. I've been missing you greatly, now forever will. Rest in Peace
I was a classmate and friend of Carmin's in high school and was grateful to have been with her at our last high school reunion. I can remember her laughter and smile as we attended the rodeo night. We will all miss her love of life and of the people she had in her life. She was truly a beautiful soul and will be fondly remembered. My deepest sympathies to her family.
Carmín, You had such heart and soul! Such a vibrant being!! The world is a darker place without your beautiful light, my friend. Although, we shared just a few short years in close proximity on this earthly journey, my life was enriched because of you. My deepest condolences to your family. R.I.P Carmin?
Rest in peace Carmin.