Evelyn E. Hardesty

Evelyn E. Hardesty, 92, of Osgood passed away at 7am, Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at Ripley Crossing in Milan. She was born near Napoleon on June 24, 1929 the daughter of Harry and Ella Bultman Harlemert. She was married to Marvin D. Hardesty on December 1, 1951 and he preceded her in death on July 31, 2020. Survivors include two sons David (Jennifer) Hardesty and Mark (Patti) Hardesty both of Osgood; one daughter Marla (Gary) Simon also of Osgood; 9 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her parents, her great-granddaughter Addilyn Fern Hardesty, and her brothers Floyd and Paul Harlemert. Mrs. Hardesty was a 1947 graduate of Napoleon High School. She spent her entire 42 year working career with the Napoleon State Bank, working at Napoleon and also at the Holton Branch. She also assisted Marvin on the farm. She enjoyed gardening, doing puzzles, word searches, and spending time with her family. Evelyn was a member of the St. Peters United Church of Christ at Finks Corner where she participated in the Ladies Aid. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family with Pastor David Forkert officiating. Burial will be in St. Peters Cemetery at Finks Corner. Memorials may be given to the cemetery or the Margaret Mary Hospice in care of the Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home in Versailles.