Thomas Wade Hardison Sr.

Tom W. Hardison was born on March 14, 1947 in New Bern, NC. Tom was a graduate of North Carolina State, majoring in Forestry and an avid fan of the Wolfpack. He worked for the Department of Forestry and Pamlico County Child Support Services which he retired from in 2012.

Although his roots are embedded in New Bern, he loved to explore and discover what the world had to offer. He enjoyed spending time with his family and traveling from places in Europe to Asia, but his favorite destination was the countryside of Ohio’s Amish Country. He was a loving and compassionate person. Tom was a member of the Croatan Presbyterian Church and made an impression on everyone he met. His

humorous personality always put a smile on even the most cantankerous face. He was witty with his words, but his actions spoke louder. He was always willing to help any person or creature in need. He enjoyed taking his evening strolls to feed the ducks, planting, and just being outdoors gave him a sense of serenity and peace.

He is survived by his loving wife, Julieta Hardison; children, Jennylin Esguerra, Jessica Esguerra, and Josephine Holbrook (David); grandchildren, Christopher York, Patrick York, Dawson Holbrook, and Bailey Holbrook; brothers, Harvey Hardison, Jr. (Judy), Mike Hardison (Martha), Tony Hardison (Esther), and Jerry Hardison; and sisters, Emily Stotesbury (Benny), Dora Kennedy (Steve), and Linda Ipock.

A memorial service to celebrate Tom's life will be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 18th on the lawn of Croatan Presbyterian Church. Since this will be an outdoor service, seating will be limited. Please bring your own lawn chair, if possible.

Arrangements are in the care of Cotten Funeral Home & Crematory.