Born: Tuesday Jun-07-1938
Died: Friday Dec-23-2022
Funeral: Thursday Dec-29-2022

Morrison Funeral Home
& Crematory
188 S. Hwy 24
Rupert, Idaho 83350
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BYRON GEORGE HARDY
Byron George Hardy, 84, was called home by our Heavenly Father on December 21, 2022 after a short illness with his wife by his side.

Byron was born June 7, 1938 in Oakley, Idaho to Herbert and Althera Hardy.  He was raised in Oakley and graduated from Oakley High School in 1956 along with 23 other classmates.  He served a two-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the Southern States Mission. 

On June 16, 1961, he married the love of his life, Letha Elizabeth (Beth) Eden in the Salt Lake City, UT, Latter Day Saint Temple.  They had 6 children and settled in Blackfoot, Idaho to raise their family.

Byron loved to umpire softball games and everyone knew when he was behind the plate and called “Strike”.  The players in the leagues loved him as their umpire.  He was known as the voice of the Blackfoot Broncos.  He broadcasted their football and basketball games over the radio for many years.  He was also very active with the Blackfoot Community Players and performed in many Melodramas and musicals over the years while they lived in Blackfoot. 

Byron is survived by his wife, Beth of 61 years; daughter Tina (Darren) Bradley of Idaho Falls, ID; daughter-in-law, Melody Hardy; son Terry (Tracy) Hardy of Portland, OR; daughter, Kathy (Juan) Tracy of Idaho Falls, ID; Son Kelly Hardy of Laurel, MT; daughter Jeanette (Jeff) Mosbrucker of Blackfoot, ID; sister, Irean (Leon) Christensen of Rexburg, ID; 20 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Althera Hardy; brother, Allen Hardy, two sisters, Joan Whittle and Lorraine Kimber; son, Jay Hardy; and great-grandson, Cohen Ryker Pratt.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 29, 2022 at the Oakley Stake Center in Oakley.  Burial will follow in the Oakley Cemetery with Military Honors.  Friends and family are invited to a viewing to be held on Wednesday evening, December 28, 2022 at the Oakley Stake Center from 5:00 until 7:00 and one hour prior to the services at the church on Thursday.  Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home, 188 South Hwy 24 in Rupert.

A live webcast of the funeral will be available at the following link :https://youtu.be/mnoh7QsmS0w

Condolences:

Beth. We were so saddened to hear of Byron's passing. He was my best friend since the 2nd grade and you and he have been our friends ever since we were married. God Bless you and all your family. If there is anything we can do, please contact me. And, again, condolences. Give all your kids a hug for me. And your grandkids and more, even though they don't know who I am....Richard and Reta

For some reason I always felt like Byron and I had a connection. I loved how he taught the gospel in Elders Quorum and Sunday School. I loved how he shared personal experiences that demonstrated so well the gospel of Jesus Christ in action. We connected in that I loved sports like he did, and I was always fascinated that he was a basketball and football radio guy in Blackfoot. I grew up in Firth so there's a good chance I heard his voice at some point on the radio. Even with his declining sight and hearing he was as faithful at attending church and participating as anyone. What an example to me! It was an honor to know Byron and his sweet wife Beth....,Ben McClure

Sending your family our prayers at this time. What a wonderful man, Byron left us all with memories of the good but hard days. What a pioneer !!! God bless your family....Mark and Diane Bell

We send our deepest condolences to all of you. So very sorry to hear of Uncle Byron's passing. There are so many wonderful memories of good times together. Uncle Byron was a very kind and loving person and he will be missed. We pray the Lord will bless you with peace and comfort at this time. All our love...Corey & Debbie Farnsworth

Beth and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Byron’s passing. You have both been good friends for many years and you gave us a wonderful daughter-in-law. May you feel comfort and peace knowing he is no longer suffering, and you have many good memories to reflect on. We send our love to all of you!
The funeral was amazing....LaVar and JoBeth Bradley

Beth and family,
We were sorry to read of Byron's passing. We have thought of the two of you often over the years and remember fondly good times from our younger days. Peace and comfort to you and your family.... Love, Keith and Margaret Stocking

Mr. Hardy was one of the most genuinely nice people I've met. He always just emulated gentleness and friendliness, a truly pleasant man. He had a way of making me feel valued and respected. The world could sure use more people like him! Beth, may all your wonderful memories continue to comfort you.....Connie J Paslay