Joanne Hardin

Joanne Hardin passed away August 27, 2026 at home surrounded by family. She was born December 23, 1956 in Oxnard, California. She lived a life centered around family, faith, love, laughter, and service to others. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose kindness, strength, and unwavering love touched the lives of countless people.

Joanne was married to her best friend for almost 53 years, and their life together was a beautiful example of love, commitment, and family. Her greatest joy was the people she loved, and she leaves behind a legacy of cherished memories, laughter, wisdom, and unconditional love that will continue through the generations.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Martha Taylor. She is survived by her husband, Ricky Hardin; her daughters, Shawna Morris and husband Jomo, Jennifer Franklin and husband Charles, Pamela Boyd and husband Micah, and Nicole Nail and husband Bryan; her grandchildren, Brianna Whitley and husband Quin, Chandler Franklin and wife Lauren, Alyson Franklin and her fiancé Blake, Jonah Morris and his fiancé Olivia, Garrett Boyd, Peyton Randall, Briley Randall, Bella Franklin, Aubrye Randall, and Carter Boyd; her great-grandson, Rowan Randall; her siblings, Cherrie Higgins, Cathy Young and husband Gary, and David Taylor and wife Cindy; and many loving nieces, nephews, and in-laws.

A memorial service will be held 10 a.m., Thursday, September 3, 2026 at the Palo Pinto County Cowboy Church.