Louis Raymond Hardy Sr. age 86, passed away August 27, 2024 at his residence.

He was born March 23, 1938 in Sanford, Florida to James Thomas Hardy and Alice Kathleen (Calhoun) Hardy. He retired from the Orange County Fire Department.

Louis is survived by his three children; Henry R Hardy, Patricia Tierney and Louis "Ray" Hardy II, four grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

A private family celebration of life will be held later this year.