Elizabeth Lavada Hardin, 82, of Waterford, Michigan, formerly of Andrews, died Monday, May 7, 2018. She was born in Andrews on February 7, 1936. She was one of nine siblings. She married James Hardin in 1953 and immediately moved to Waterford, MI to seek employment and raise a family. Her family was her greatest joy and she loved to garden and play in the flower patch. She loved God and lived in the same house until her passing on May 7, 2018. Her spirit will always dwell in the hearts of her family as we celebrate a life well lived.

She was the wife of the late James Hardin, who died November 19, 2012.

She is survived by her sons, Michael, Dwayne, Roger and their spouses; and five grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 11, 2018 at Aquone Cemetery with the Rev. Darrell Dockery officiating.

Ivie Funeral Home, Andrews in charge of arrangements.