HOULTON – Gerald “Jay” Hardy, 51, died unexpectedly Nov. 7, 2013, at a local hospital. He was born Feb. 24, 1962, in Houlton, the son of Vinal G. and Audrey (Paul) Hardy.
Jay is a member of the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians and was employed by the Maliseet Housing Authority. He loved hunting, fishing and riding his Harley. He also enjoyed concrete work becoming a master at it.
Jay is survived by his mother, Audrey of Fredricton, NB; his children, Rick Belile of Bangor, Joseph Hardy and Shawn Coty, both of Houlton; his fiancée, Marie Hanson; four brothers, Patrick, Calvin, Timothy, and Earl; four sisters, Brenda Commander, Lorraine Hardy, Deana MacPherson, and Lisa Hardy; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his father; and his brother, Jeffrey.
Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Friday, at Dunn Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Saturday, at Saint Mary of the Visitation Church, with the Rev. David Raymond celebrant. Gifts may be made in Jay’s memory to the charity of one’s choice, care of Dunn Funeral Home, 11 Park St., Houlton, ME 04730. Online condolences and guest book: www.dunnfuneral.com.
Gerald ‘Jay’ Hardy
