James Hardman Obituary

I am so sorry and saddened to hear of Brad's passing. I was friends with Brad and his brothers, Karl and Tim many years ago when we were just kids in Kirksville. Stayed all night at their home many times. Lost contact with all of them over the years but have many fond memories of Brad and his whole family. My sincerest sympathies to his wife, Beth, and children. I'm sure he will be deeply missed.

Hi Beth. I keep thinking of Brad. Wanted to share something. Whenever I called him, he would answer the phone and say, "Brad Hardman". I would then say something such as "hi darlin". Then he would say "hey sugar britches". We'd just get to laughin so hard before we could even talk about one of our cases! Still laugh when I think about that. Sheesh I had fun with Brad. Anyway, a funny story. I hope you and the kids are well.

To Brad's Loving Family...You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am so very sorry to hear of your loss.

My sincere thoughts and prayers are with all of you. As a client of Brad's, I found him to be thoughtful and respectful and incredibly fair. Although always businness like, he did on ocassions allow his witty humor sneak out with a wise crack and a chukle. He helped me and my family and I will always be grateful for his patience with me. May God bless and comfort your family- Julia

We are deeply sorry for the loss of Brad's family. He was opposing counsel on our case, but he was friendly and courteous and we are saddend by his passing. We know he is a great loss to his family, friends, community and so many others that he has touched in his short time here. He will be missed and thought of often.

Brad was a fine lawyer and exceptionally courteous. I was always happy when I found he was going to be defense counsel on a case of mine, although I knew that he would leave no stone unturned. He also had a puckish sense of humor.

I did settlement conferences with Brad over many years and always enjoyed working with him. I am so sad that both he and Bud Wittman are now gone. I liked and respected them both. He will certainly be missed. My deepest condolences to the family.

I worked with Brad professionally and always enjoyed his company. His insights were spot-on, and yet he knew how to laugh well and hard. We'll miss him dearly.

We are all very sorry for your loss. don't know what else to say. will try to call soon. miss and love you. of course if there is anything we can do, let us know. ron, suzanne phillips and family

Beth, Kathy, Katie, Bryan, Sarah and Andrew

If any of you ever need anything...I love you all

Our hearts and prayers go to you and your family. We truly enjoyed knowing Brad and will remember him always as a kind, funny and loving man.

Hi Beth. I'm so sorry to have lost it at the services when I saw you. I didnt even have words. Brad was not only a great lawyer and good friend, but a wonderful human being. I will miss him greatly.

BETH AND FAMILY
GARY AND I ARE THINKING ABOUT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF SADNESS CALL ME WHEN EVER YOU FEEL LIKE TALKING OR HAVING ARE SPEICAL COFFEE.
LOVE YA JANET/GARY BRANSON

My husband and I are friends of Rex and Jodi. I have known Brad since he was a young boy living in Kirksville. We extend our deepest sympathy to your family and pray God will keep your hearts in his hands. Janet & Dick Kelly

Beth & Family,
It is so easy to love a family as great as yours, which makes it all the more sad when you loose a loved one. You will all be in my heart forever.

Beth,

The last time I saw you was our last class reunion. I was fortuate enough to meet James then. I am glad you brought James to meet all of us Motown clowns. He fit right in with his spontaneous, off the cuff wit. You and your family are in my prayers.

Dear Beth and family,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you during this time. We were so sad to hear this news. We pray for God's comforting hand upon you and may you find strength in Him.

i lived with brad on their farm just south of green castle, mo. during the summer of 1977. we worked hard putting up small, green bales of hay that weighed as much as we did. we also looked after the cattle herd they were building up as well as the farrowing sows. it was truly a great summer (not all of it was spent working) and wished we'd have stayed in touch. he was a hard worker with a playful, ornery side. i've never forgotten that summer, the hardman ranch or brad.

I am so sorry to hear the news about Brad. Brad and I were very good friends going back to junior high through high school. We lost contact after high school and I regret that we had not stayed in touch. I know if we would have crossed paths these past several years, nothing would have changed between us. He was a great person back then and I know that did not change. I know he will be missed.

My deepest condolences

I'm at a loss for words, our love to you all

I was fortunate to work with Brad while working for my brother in law Bud Wittman after graduating college. I will never forget the jokes he would share with the office and my prayers and thoughts are with the family at this time.

Beth and family,
Sorry to receive the news. My thoughts and prayers to you all.

Pat

Words cannot express how we feel, please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff and Jan, John and Katie, Jennie and Jake, Jill and Stuart

Beth and family,
We are very sorry for you loss. Please remember we are here for you and you can call any time.
The LaBonte family-Ruth, Tom and Elliott

I only knew Brad for a little over a year, but I worked in the same building with him and saw him almost everyday. He always knew how to make us laugh and was a very nice person. He will be missed! My condolences to his family and my prayers are with them during this difficult time.

I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with the family.

Bethie, Katie, Kathy, Sarah, Bryan and Andrew:

When I think of Brad, I envision him at the pool table at Classics, beer in hand, telling hilarious jokes.

I've been thinking of each of you and send to you my love and best wishes.

Our deepest sympathy - your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Kim, Jennifer, Ruanne, and the ACC staff

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

I worked for Brad at Wittman & McCord. He was an extremely intelligent man and down to earth. He was awesome to work for. I would get so tickled at him when he would make a joke because his laugh just drew you in and his whole face would turn red as he was laughing so hard. He was a really good guy. My heart goes out to Katie, Beth and Andrew and to the whole family.

This is from Brad's cousin Paige (Dykes) Siemer and Family residing in Independence, MO. We wish to send our deepest regrets to all of his family.

Brad's sweet and fun nature made him an amazing husband and father. Only being a neighbor I was able to see his devotion to life and love. He will be missed eternally.

Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.

Brad was wonderful person, so happy and funny. My funniest memory was when we did the hokey pokey at a club and Brad and Mary were both putting a step in when it was supposed to be step out. We laughed so hard in fun. To Beth, Kathy and all his family and friends we offer our fond memories and sad condolences. Dana & Mike