James H. Hardy

James H. Hardy, of St. Charles, MO, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2020 at the age of 80. Loving husband of 51 years to Peggy Hardy (nee Ehlmann); beloved son of the late William and Beatrice Hardy; devoted father of Terry (Betty Jean) Hardy, Sr., Pamela (Bruce) Staley, and Lisa (Benjamin Imelhaine) Hardy; cherished grandfather of John Ayars, Aubrey & Remy Imelhaine; great-grandfather of Lillian & Bryson Ayars; step-grandfather of Pat (Susan) Boley and Stacey Chandler; step-great-grandfather of Jacklynn (Phillip) Wise, Kelcey Boley, and Ethan Debuque; step-great-great-grandfather of Brayden & Asilynn Wise; brother-in-law of Dave (Kathy) Ehlmann; and is also survived by numerous other family and friends. James is preceded in death by his grandson, Terry L. Hardy, Jr.; four brothers, Kenneth Hardy, Charles Hardy, Robert Hardy, and Ralph Hardy.

Jim proudly served his country in the United States Navy for 20 years before retiring. He was a member of Elks Lodge and Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was always on the go; fishing, hunting, and bowling were some of his favorite past times. His family has fond memories of their times traveling around the country, often in the form of a road trip. Jim was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Memorials may be made in James's name to American Cancer Society or charity of your choice.