Jeffrey F. Hardesty, 54, of Laramie, WY passed away on Friday, June 7, 2019.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, June 14, 2019 2:30 – 5:30 pm at the Lincoln Community Center, 365 West Grand Ave.
Jeff was born in Salt Lake City, UT on June 9, 1964. He moved to Laramie soon after his birth. He graduated from Laramie High School. He married Ellen Cole on June 13, 1981. They were married for 38 years.
Jeff worked alongside his father at Shorty’s Body Shop for many years. He transitioned from the shop to working at Mountain West Farm Bureau in 2002.
Jeff was an avid follower and fan of the Atlanta Braves, Professional Wrestling, and Professional Bowling. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, bowling and spending time with his family and friends. He received multiple awards in bowling and served as the State Bowling Associations President. Christmas was his favorite time of year, he truly loved watching Christmas movies and over decorating for the holiday.
Jeff is survived by his wife Ellen, sons David (Canyon) Hardesty and Aaron (Robyn) Hardesty, father Sherman “Shorty” Hardesty, grandchildren Cayden, Madison, Quinn, and Nora. Aunt Wendy (Mike) Jones. Brother-in-law Earl (Sarah, Dustin, Morrie, Morrie Jr.) Cole. Sister-in-law Bertha “Bert” (Michael, Austin, Dalton, Chianne) Behrend. Matthew (Sarah, Clayton, Lyndsey) Dennies. Half siblings include; Tamara Jacobs, Jeff Cox (Chet Brown), Jacob (Janette) Cox.
Jeff is proceeded in death by his mother Connie Hardesty, Daniel Murphy, Richard “Turk” and Maxine Magee, Harry Magee and Fairy Early.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Jeff’s name to the Laramie Youth Baseball, the Grad Prix Scholarship, the American Heart Association, or to the Elks or Moose Lodges.
He is “Kind of A Big Deal”
22 Comments To "Jeffrey F. Hardesty"
#1 Comment By Anonymous On June 12, 2019 @ 7:56 am
Ellen and family, we are so sorry for your dear loss. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Keri and Mark Crawford
#2 Comment By Peggy Miller On June 12, 2019 @ 8:32 am
Our prayers and condolences go to your family,, Our son Chris Miller has many fond memories of your family while he was growing up, .Jeff will be dearly miss. Galen and Peggy Miller.
#3 Comment By Anonymous On June 12, 2019 @ 2:41 pm
So sorry for you loss Hardesty family. Have been thinking about all of you and I am sure gonna miss him.
#4 Comment By Sadee Jacobs On June 12, 2019 @ 4:50 pm
Gone so soon, you will be truely missed
#5 Comment By Anonymous On June 13, 2019 @ 5:35 am
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Ron Perry
#6 Comment By Anonymous On June 13, 2019 @ 5:50 am
Sorry for the loss he was always friendly. He will be missed by many.
#7 Comment By Shane Cruickshank On June 13, 2019 @ 9:19 am
He touched many lives in amazing ways. Many of my childhood days and weekends were spent with him. As he did many others he touched my heart and he will be missed by so many. Rest in Peace my friend.
#8 Comment By Anonymous On June 13, 2019 @ 10:41 am
Elle, David, Aaron & families,
Prayers for all of you. I hope you may find comfort in the loving memories you all have made. Know that he is watching over you with angel wings.
#9 Comment By Theresa Wyland On June 13, 2019 @ 11:30 am
Ellen, I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and love to you and your family.
#10 Comment By Tammie On June 13, 2019 @ 1:33 pm
I am shockd to hear about Uncle Jeff.
He was a good man I’m so sorry to hear about Jeff
I hope u have my number. u can call me anytime.
#11 Comment By Anonymous On June 13, 2019 @ 3:50 pm
In addition to his many other interests and talents, Jeff devoted a great deal of time and effort to Laramie youth baseball. He was respectful to his players and their families was a great role model who always had the interests of the young players at heart. Jeff, thanks for your immeasurable contributions to the youth of the community. Jo Ann and Jim Kearns
#12 Comment By Anonymous On June 13, 2019 @ 3:56 pm
gone too early, thoughts and prayers for you and yours and I bet the next sonic boom is Jeff bowling a 500! Sharon
#13 Comment By Anonymous On June 13, 2019 @ 4:41 pm
So Sorry to hear about Jeff, Man that never had a bad thing to say about life, I was lucky to have know Jeff and loved our times Bowling together.
#14 Comment By Dennis Woods On June 13, 2019 @ 9:38 pm
I was shocked and saddened to hear about Jeff’s passing. He was still such a young man, who should have had many years left to live . He was very friendly and thoughtful, as are all of his family, and will truly be missed by many people. To all of Jeff’s family, please accept my sincere condolences.
#15 Comment By Rob Bress On June 14, 2019 @ 4:57 am
Rest in peace old friend.
#16 Comment By Anonymous On June 14, 2019 @ 9:05 am
Ellen
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Steve Lebsack
#17 Comment By Ken Moody On June 14, 2019 @ 3:56 pm
I was saddened to hear of Jeff’s passing, may you Rest In Peace my old friend.. sending prayers to the family. ????
#18 Comment By Anonymous On June 17, 2019 @ 10:37 am
Saddened to hear of Jeff’s passing. All the years I have dealt with people in the collision industry he was one of the most fair and knowledgeable people I have dealt with. May you know you all are in our prayers and thoughts. Jeff may you rest in peace.
Karen Schooley
#19 Comment By Kay Kohler On June 17, 2019 @ 3:54 pm
Ellen, I am so sorry to learn of Jeff’s death. I have fond memories of the two of you during your pregnancies, and know he must have been a great father. May happy memories help to heal the hole in your heart.
#20 Comment By Sandy and Wayne Hubert On June 21, 2019 @ 8:59 am
Our deepest sympathy to Ellen, Dave, Canyon and their children and all the family in losing their husband, dad and grandpa. You are in our prayers.
#21 Comment By Bob & Terri Frausto. On June 24, 2019 @ 11:05 am
So sorry for your loss Ellen & boys. He was a fun & funny husband, father, grandfather & friend. Sorry we couldn’t be there to give you our condolences in person. But know he’s not suffering anymore & happy in Gods hands. God bless you all.
#22 Comment By Kathy Klein On June 25, 2019 @ 3:11 pm
Ellen and boys: So very sad for your loss. I loved seeing and visiting at baseball games. I could always count on a cheery smile from Jeff no matter what the mood was. We were blessed to know him. Keep strong and our payers are with you.
Love John, Kathy and Kipp