of Little Rock, AR
December 17, 1926 - January 31, 2010
Robert (Bob) Eugene Hardgrave died early Sunday, January 31, 2010, at Baptist Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas. Bob, the youngest of seven children, was the son of Arch and Effie Hardgrave of Mabelvale. His loving wife of 59 years is Adele Oller Hardgrave of Little Rock. Bob also leaves behind his beloved dog, Gus.
For 30 years he proudly served in the US Army and Army National Guard, and also enjoyed a long and successful career with Traveler's Insurance Company as well. During his lifetime, Bob was an avid golfer, bowler, football and baseball fan, and loved to travel.
Preceded in death are his parents and 4 siblings. Survivors include his cherished wife Adele; his sister Ruth Red of Little Rock; his brother Howard Hardgrave of Memphis; his son Robert Alan Hardgrave and daughter-in-law Kathy White Hardgrave of Little Rock; his daughter Carol Ann Hardgrave Vestal and son-in-law Chad Vestal of Russellville. Grandchildren: Steven Hardgrave of Charlotte, North Carolina; Nancy Hardgrave of Fayetteville; Shelley Hardgrave Allred of Fayetteville; Katie Vestal and Haley Vestal of Danville. Great grandchildren are Christopher, Analiese, and Sicily Hardgrave all of Charlotte, North Carolina.
The family will welcome friends at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home on Thursday, February 4, 2010, between 6 and 8.
A private family interment is planned for 11am Friday, February 5, 2010, at Arkansas State Veterans' Cemetery.
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23 Condolence(s)
Allene Higgins
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
"Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony."--Colossians 3:14
Peace be with the family in harmony
Mike & Janet Rector
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Adele, So sorry about Bob. Janet and I always enjoyed going to the Traveler's get-togethers with you and Bob and I had a lot of great times bowling and playing golf.
Love to see you sometime.
Nick and Sharon Williams
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Our deepest sympahty goes to Adele, Gus, and other members of Bob's family. He was a fine man and neighbor whom we enjoyed visiting with on our dog walks.
Nick and Sharon
Jim Wilson & Pamela Floyd
Friday, February 5, 2010
Adele, We're praying for you and your family. So sorry for your lost. We will miss him greatly!
TERRI WINFIELD-STORY AND JOHN STORY
Friday, February 5, 2010
Mrs. Hardgrave, Bob, Kathy, Steven, Nancy, Shelly and
family -- we are sending you hugs and saying prayers for you today and many days ahead.
Chuck & Shari Clark
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Mrs. Hardgrave, Bob & Kathy,
We are praying for you all and all your family.
We are so sorry for your loss and our sympathy to
all.
In Him,
Shari & Chuck
Kevin & Barbara Berry
Thursday, February 4, 2010
My heart goes out to our family. Uncle Bob was such a wonderful, generous and special person. For as long as I can remember, he was never without a smile on his face and always made you laugh. He will be missed so very much.
I’m thinking of all of you during this time.
Love,
Barb
Mack Peoples
Thursday, February 4, 2010
May the joy that Mr. Hargrave bought into your life comfort you in his passing. May God bless and keep you one and all.
Steve and Nancy Sparks
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Bob and Kathy:
We are so sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sue Fortune
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Bob, Kathy and family, I'm sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. I'll be praying for yall.
Love-In-Christ,
Sue
Gene and Debbie Hardgrave
Thursday, February 4, 2010
We were deeply saddened to hear the news of Bob's passing. We both thought so highly of Bob, as he was such a pleasure to know. He always had a smile on his face! He was such an asset to the Hardgrave Family Association, as well as being an outstanding President of the Hardgrave Cemetery Association. Even though we only saw him once or twice a year we could always catch up right where we left off. It will be difficult not having him with us at the reunion this year. We were so grateful he and Ruth came to Jo Ann's funeral. She thought the world of him! Adele and Ruth,
you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Deborah Cline
Thursday, February 4, 2010
I know Mr. Hardgrave's daughter in law, Kathy, through Arkansas Baptist School System. I am sorry for your loss. Please know that I am thinking of you and praying for you during this time.
Don Dunn
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
I went to work for Travelers 11/67 and Bob was my "boss". This was my first job out of college and I couldn't have picked a better man to work for. He was firm but very supportive and as friendly a person as I ever knew. He oversaw several of us who were about the same age and we all loved working for him. My sincerest sympathy to the family.
Patty Street
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Deepest sympathy for your loss!
Toni Moore
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
My thought and prayer are with you and your family
Kim Ferris
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
JoAnn & Al Janssen
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Our sincere sympathy to the family of one dear neighbor, Bob Hardgrave on Warwick. JoAnn & Al Janssen
Jason and Karrie Wright
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
We are sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
SFC Ret Sandy Bidwell
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
I only worked with Bob for a very short time but he remained very memorable in my mind. My prayers and sympathies go out to all in his family. God Bless,,,Sandy Bidwell
John and Christy Wells
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
We are deeply sorry for your family's loss and you're in our prayers.
Christopher Branscum
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
To the family of Robert Hardgrave,
You do not know me, but I am a nurse aide at Baptist Health. I talked with Mr. Hardgrave at length the night before his passing. During our conversation I asked him how he felt about the life he had led and his reply was "I have a beautiful family, a great dog, what more can a man ask for?" I know this is a very difficult time for you, but my hope is that by sharing this with you, some degree of peace and comfort can be found. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Christopher
Glenna Butler
Monday, February 1, 2010
Bob, my heart goes out to you and your family. I was sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. I know there will be a void in your life without him. Prayers are with you.
Frank & Ginger Randle
Monday, February 1, 2010
Odell, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. It mean a lot to me for Bob to be there when I returned from Saudia Arabia.