DEER ISLE – Elwood “Sam” E. Hardy, 68, passed away unexpectedly Feb. 23, 2008, at his residence. He was born June 10, 1939, in Stonington, the son of the late Granville and Edna (Stinson) Hardy. Sam worked for a few years at Crotch Island Quarry. He worked for more than 40 years of his life as a self-employed contractor. He is survived by his wife, Judith May (Barbour) Hardy; a son, Sammy Scott Hardy, both of Deer Isle; a granddaughter, Stormi Gayle Hardy of Stonington; a brother, Douglas A. Hardy of Deer Isle; an aunt, Leonora “Tottie” Billings; many nieces, nephews and special friends. Sam was predeceased by a nephew, Danny D. Hardy. A graveside service will be held at a later date in the spring. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Memorial Ambulance Corps, P.O. Box 387, Deer Isle, ME 04627. Arrangements are under the care of Bragdon-Kelley-Campbell Funeral Home, Stonington. www.bragdonkelley.com
ELWOOD ‘SAM’ E. HARDY
