VIVIAN ODESSA HARDIMAN
February 20, 1914 ~ October 18, 2011
Vivian Odessa Hardiman, 97, of Jefferson City, died Tuesday, October 18, 2011, at St. Marys Health Center.
She was born on February 20, 1914, in Jefferson City, the daughter of the late Jasper Hoon and Ardella Claire Smith Simmons.
Vivian attended Lincoln University.
She was united in marriage on May 4, 1939, in Jefferson City, to Arthur Hardiman who preceded her in death on February 9, 1967.
Vivian worked in the alterations department for Schell and Ward for over 20 years. She also served as a dormitory mother for Lincoln University for 15 years. Recently the Lincoln University Foundation honored her for the many years of service she gave to the University and the students.
She was the oldest living member of Quinn Chapel A.M.E. Church where she had been a member for over 80 years. During this time she served her church as a trustee, church treasurer, and missionary president. On March 4, 2011, she was honored as a Valiant Woman by the Church Women United Group.
She was a charter member of Tony Jenkins Unit 231 American Legion Auxiliary serving as treasurer for over 35 years. On June 26, 2010, she was presented the 70 Years Service Award by the Auxiliary.
Left to mourn her memories include four siblings, Richard (Sallie) Simmons, St. Louis; Jasper Simmons, Bloomington, IL.; Mary Louise (James) Bailey, Alton, IL.; Martha Ann Green, Los Angeles, Ca.; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Jemenia Lansdowne.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, October 24, 2011, at Quinn Chapel A.M.E. Church with the Rev. Cassandra Gould officiating.
Burial will be in Jefferson City National Cemetery.
Visitation will be 10-11 a.m. Monday at the church.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
She was born on February 20, 1914, in Jefferson City, the daughter of the late Jasper Hoon and Ardella Claire Smith Simmons.
Vivian attended Lincoln University.
She was united in marriage on May 4, 1939, in Jefferson City, to Arthur Hardiman who preceded her in death on February 9, 1967.
Vivian worked in the alterations department for Schell and Ward for over 20 years. She also served as a dormitory mother for Lincoln University for 15 years. Recently the Lincoln University Foundation honored her for the many years of service she gave to the University and the students.
She was the oldest living member of Quinn Chapel A.M.E. Church where she had been a member for over 80 years. During this time she served her church as a trustee, church treasurer, and missionary president. On March 4, 2011, she was honored as a Valiant Woman by the Church Women United Group.
She was a charter member of Tony Jenkins Unit 231 American Legion Auxiliary serving as treasurer for over 35 years. On June 26, 2010, she was presented the 70 Years Service Award by the Auxiliary.
Left to mourn her memories include four siblings, Richard (Sallie) Simmons, St. Louis; Jasper Simmons, Bloomington, IL.; Mary Louise (James) Bailey, Alton, IL.; Martha Ann Green, Los Angeles, Ca.; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Jemenia Lansdowne.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, October 24, 2011, at Quinn Chapel A.M.E. Church with the Rev. Cassandra Gould officiating.
Burial will be in Jefferson City National Cemetery.
Visitation will be 10-11 a.m. Monday at the church.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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I was one of the lucky Bennett Hall residences to have Mrs. Hardiman as a dorm mother in 1978. Being a freshman who had never traveled away from my St. Louis home, and never away from my parents and older 11 brothers and sister, Mrs. Hardiman made me feel so comfortable. She was always there to greet me with a hug and a smile. Please find comfort in knowing that your loved one provided the best in care to us. I will never forget her, she was our “angel”.
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She wil be truly miss. When I became member of Quinn Chapel Missionary Socity, I learned to love and respect her. She was a truly bless woman. My heart was sad when I heard of her passing. I have just got finished visting her on Saturday Oct 15 and had good conversation with her. My prayer go to her family.
This is a message of deep sympathy in the loss of a beautiful person. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God continue to strengthen you and comfort you during this difficult time.Dee & Eric Shepherd, Jefferson City, MO(Great, great, neice of the late Ella Perkins Black)
This is such a sad occasion, especially for someone who was so sparked with energy and vigor.
Chiquita—Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. The Binkley’s