David L. Hardman

Englewood, FL, brother, Joseph P. of St Louis, two sisters, KatherineJoe McPhillips, Pamela

John Hennessey, both of Boca Raton, FL. Two nephews, Austin, Adam Hennessey, Three

nieces, Megan, Molly Hennessey and Alexandra McPhillips.

David was a product of the NorthTonawanda, New York Public Schools and attended St. Bonaventure University in Olean, New York. He was born and grew up in North Tonawanda.

He attended St Joseph Catholic Church. At North Tonawanda High he was in the band. He graduated in the class of 1984.

David joined the Navy in 1987 retiring after 20 years as Machinist Mate First Class. He received

9 ribbons for meritorious work, noted for his expertise in refrigeration and air conditioning. His

highlight was going to the Persian Gulf right after 911 for 7 months receiving a commendation

for his ship's A/C never failing once.

Visitation will be private. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.at St. Raphael's Church. David will be buried with full military honors at Sarasota National Cemetery.

Lemon Bay Funeral Home Englewood Chapel is in charge of arrangements. You may express your condolences to the family at lemonbayfh.com