"Ken was my boss at Wal Mart in North Attleboro. He was a really nice guy and I'm really lucky to work with such a nice person who had a huge heart! I remember Ken telling me about when he went on a cruise and was really excited about it. I miss you Ken so much! My deepest condolences to the family and friends."
In loving memory of
Kenneth G. Hardy
September 29, 2016
Kenneth G. Hardy, 58, of Woonsocket, died Thursday, September 29, 2016 in his home surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Donna (Gagnon) Hardy, whom he married on May 17, 1980. Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of the late Ralph Hardy and Claire (Piette) Ferrenti.
Ken served in the U.S. Army for 23 years, retiring as a Sergeant Major. For his exceptional career, he was awarded the prestigious Legion of Merit and was extremely proud of his military service. Ken was an Assistant Store Manager at the Seekonk, MA Walmart.
Besides his wife, he leaves his sons, Timothy Hardy and his fianc Andrea Cavedon of West Warwick and Scott Hardy and his wife Hazel of Blackstone, MA; two brothers, Michael Hardy and Russell Ferrenti and his wife Anne-Marie, both of Woonsocket; two sisters, Lynn Ferrenti of Spring Hill, TN and Victoria Ferrenti of Woonsocket; sister-in-law Debbie Hardy of Cumberland; two granddaughters, Eliana and Gabriella Hardy, both of Blackstone, MA; his father and mother-in-law, Normand and Muriel Gagnon of Woonsocket; his brother-in-law, Brian Gagnon of Woonsocket; and many nephews and nieces. He was the brother of the late Ralph Hardy Jr. and Robert Hardy.
Ken was a member of the Cercle Laurier. He loved reading, listening to oldies music, watching classic movies, the Yankees win and taking family vacations. He absolutely adored his two grandchildren. His infectious smile, witty humor and Dadisms will be greatly missed.
His funeral will be held Thursday, October 6, 2016 at 9:30 AM from the Holt Funeral Home, 510 So. Main St., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM in St. Josephs Church, 1200 Mendon Rd., Woonsocket. Burial will follow in St. James Cemetery, Manville. Calling hours are Wednesday from 4-7 PM. The family requests that no ties be worn by anyone in attendance at the funeral.
Tributes
"My condolences to the family ok Ken I had the pleasure of working with him at the wal mart in Northbridge ma for many years he was a great guy"
"DEAR VICKI, I DID NOT PURPOSELY LEAVE YOUR NAME OUT.i REALLY THOUGHT I HAD ALL NAMES IN THERE.SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR BROTHER,DENISE"
"My condolences to the family. I remember Ken when he worked in the photo department in the Woonsocket Walmart. Always willing to help anyone. Rest In Peace."
"TO DONNA,TIM,SCOTT,AND LADIES,MICHEAL,RUSS,LYNN, GRANDCHILDREN,NIECES AND NEPHEWS, MY SINCERE PRAYERS ARE GOING TO ALL OF YOU AT THIS TIME. KEN, YOU HAVE BEEN AN INSPIRATION TO ALL WHO MET YOU.YOU LIVED YOUR LIFE AS YOU HAVE LOVED.THANK YOU SIR FOR THE 28 YEARS OF SERVICE IN THE ARMY.YOU WILL ALWAYS BE OUR HERO. A GREAT EXAMPLE OF A REAL MAN,MAY YOU SLEEP IN HEAVENLY PEACE IN THE PRESCENCE OF THE LORD!!REMIND ALL TO LOVE ONE ANOTHER!!! SINCERELY,DENISE BACON."
"Donna and family, I am so sad to hear this news of Ken passing. He had a great smile that no one will ever forget. Donna my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I am so sorry and hope you can keep him close to your heart with love and great memories"
"I had the honor of working with Ken in the North Attleboro Walmart. He was such a pleasure to work for. He always had a smile on his face and something funny to say. I enjoyed music trivia with him. Every day he would stump me with his music knowledge. My heart goes out to his family and friends . He will sadly be missed. May you R.I.P Ken."
"They say the measure of a truly great man is seen in the love in the eyes of those he leaves behind. Ken left a wake of love, caring, kindness and respect. May he Rest In Peace and may comfort find his much beloved family at such a difficult time. God speed Ken."
"I had the pleasure of working with Ken on overnights, he was such a great man and manger, he will be deeply missed. My condolences go out to all of his family"
"i,m very sorry for your loss i,m sending prayer to you and your family"
"Ken was such a great person. He helped me out a lot in the short time I knew him. He will always be remembered as a great and kind man. He was my assistant manager when i worked at wal-mart. He was always willing to help anyone who needed help and he was loved by everyone. Im going to miss him and i will always remember his kindness. Unfortunately I wont be able to make it to the service or calling hours but to his family and loved ones, i am truly and deeply sorry for your loss. Ken is a fighter and will always be remembered as such. And Ken wherever you are thank you again for everything. You will be missed"
"When Ken first started as a Co-Manager, I was working between the cash registers, sales floor, and back room. I found out quickly Ken and my Father (David Gagnon) had grown up in the same neighborhood. Through the 4+ years I worked for Walmart, I could always go to Ken if I needed anything because he was one of the few who would put the extra effort to make sure it was finished. Instead of only telling employees what to do, I would see him pushing carriages in from the parking lot, sweeping, stocking and doing things I had never seen a manager do. There are many things I could say to describe Kenneth as an ""amazing man"", but anyone who knew him - even for a single moment - doesn't need to read a novelized description.Rest in peace, Ken! You will be forever missed!"
" I knew Both Donna and Ken when they first met. They were a great couple devoted to one another and later to their two boys and finally to their growing family. Ken sacrificed for his country being stationed all over the world and all over this country. With Donna and the boys they were a tight family overcoming the hardships and sacrifices that service life demanded.. Finally after 23 years,Ken brought his family home to Woonsocket.. he loved people, especially family and welcomed everyone to his home..that's when he was happiest when everyone that he loved was around him.God bless you Ken, You will be missed.Henri and Sandy"
"My god i am so saddened by this.i send my deepest sympathy to both families.kenny was a good friend of my families and my mom actually fixed kenny and donna up."
"Uncle Kenny you will be greatly missed. We will always miss you. You made my aunt and cousins so happy. May you Rest easy and fly high with the angels. Until we meet again. Love always, nissy and family"
"I am so sorry for you loss aunt Donna Tim And Scott My thoughts and prayers go out to you may god bless his soul and may he RIP my heart goes out to you at this time of sorrow and I may you all get through this as he watches over each and every one of you for all the days of your lives"