OBITUARY | 2010-06-02

  • June 2, 2010
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Sanford L. “The Sandman” Hardesty, 49, of New Philadelphia, died May 27, 2010. Born April 10, 1961, in Cambridge, Sanford was a son of Sandra Hardesty of Navarre and the late Edward L. Hardesty. He graduated from New Philadelphia High School and lived a large portion of his life in the New Philadelphia area. He was known by his many friends as “The Sandman.” Sanford was a talented harmonica player and had a passion for music. He owned and operated Hard Audio Sound & Security Systems, specializing in electronics and custom-made audio cabinets. He attended Uhrichsville Christian Fellowship. Sanford’s friendly disposition made it so that he never met a stranger. He is sadly missed by all who knew him. Surviving are a son, Brayden Cash Hardesty of Wadsworth; sisters, Diana Denny of New Philadelphia, Julie Hardesty of Massillon, and Kim Wilburn of Newcomerstown; brothers, Brian Hardesty and Ralph (Cassie) Hardesty, both of Newcomerstown; several nieces and nephews, including Timberly Hardesty and David, Daniel, and Derek Welker; and a number of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by a sister, Michelle Hardesty; maternal grandparents, Charles and Ethel Carter; and paternal grandparents, William and Wilma Hardesty. Services were held June 1, 2010, at Toland-Herzig Funeral Home & Crematory, New Philadelphia, with Pastor Tom Klaserner officiating. Burial was in East Avenue Cemetery, New Philadelphia. To sign his online register and share a fond memory of Sanford, visit www.tolandherzig.com. Donations may be made to Sanford’s family. The family wishes to express their deep gratitude to Hospice of Tuscarawas County for their care and kindness.


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