Robert T. Hardy

Albany- Robert T. Hardy passed away at the age 71 on Saturday December 22nd, 2018. Bob was the third child of Carl and Kathleen Hardy of Loudonville NY. Bob is survived by his 7 brothers and sisters; Kathleen Beauchamp of Mount Vernon NY, David & Ellen Hardy of Syracuse NY, Thomas & Teresa Hardy of Colonie NY, Patricia & Richard Gifford of Guilderland NY, Marianne Cowley of Louisville KY, Elizabeth & Peter Campochiaro of Baltimore MD, and Ken & Mary Hardy of Saratoga Springs NY. He also had 21 nieces and nephews as well 17 great nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. After graduating from Venetian Institute in Albany, Bob enlisted in the US Air Force, attaining the rank of Sargent. He then went on to graduate from Siena College with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, and thereafter attained his CPA license. Bob then spent 25 years working for the New York State Health Department, achieving Assistant Director of Hospital Reimbursement. It was during this time that Bob suffered a terrible accident that resulted in his quadriplegia. Following his extensive recovery, Bob returned to work at the Health Department until his retirement and maintained his independent life style until his death. Bob enjoyed watching the food and business channels, fall apple picking with one of his caregivers’ family, fishing and lunches with his boyhood and college friends, and former colleagues at the Health Department. Bob was very generous and family oriented. An inspiration to be around. Special thanks to his home care givers for their dedication they have provided to Bob over the years, especially to Amy Betke, Mary Beth Russell, and Erin Angstrom. Also, Bob wished to thank the excellent doctors and nurses of the Veterans Administration Hospital Intensive Care Unit at Albany NY. The herculean effort provided by both his home care team and the VA team greatly extended Bob’s inspiring life. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Bob’s family Thursday, January 3, 2019 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm in McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany, NY 12206. Funeral services Friday, January 4, 2019 at 11:00 am at McVeigh Funeral Home, Albany. The Rite of Committal will be held at St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands, NY immediately following the Service. To leave a message for the family, please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com In lieu of flowers donations can be made to LaSalle School or Paralyzed Veterans Association.

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Robert T. Hardy

April 5, 1947 - December 22, 2018