February 9, 2021, 84, Goldsboro –
Willie Parker Hardy, 84, passed away Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at Wayne UNC Health Care. Born in Greene County on November 21, 1936, he was the son of the late Alva Parker Hardy and Emma Blanche Carraway Hardy.
Willie proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was the former owner and operator of A & H Upholstery in Goldsboro. Willie lived to serve his Lord Jesus Christ in every aspect of his life. He was a long-time dedicated and faithful member of Grace Baptist Church where he served in numerous capacities over the years. Willie will be remembered by his family as a loving dad, grand-dad, and friend.
A service to celebrate Willie’s life will be held on Friday, February 12, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. in the Mausoleum Chapel of Wayne Memorial Park with Pastor Jason Stoeber officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at the cemetery.
Willie is survived by his children, Gail Conklin (Jack), Randy Wiggins (Beverly), Yvonne Creech (Richard), Robin Longley (John), and Kim Ferguson; grandchildren, Crissy King, Ashley Conte, Richie Creech, Jason Creech, Katherine Longley, Danielle Gee, and Doug Gee; and nine great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Leatrice Joyce Hardy and his sister, Lucille Kennedy.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Grace Baptist Church, 1715 Royall Avenue, Goldsboro, NC 27534.
Online condolences may be sent to www.seymourfuneralhome.com.