Mary Greene Hardee died January 1, 2018 in Tampa, Fla.
Daughter of Sydne White Greene and Martin Bellinger Greene, she was born on March 21, 1924 in Jacksonville, Fla. and graduated from St. Vincent’s School of Nursing in Jacksonville as a registered nurse in 1945. In 1946, she married James Baker Hardee in Fernandina Beach, Fla., where they lived until moving to Tampa in 1952. She raised four children, devoting her life to her family. Mrs. Hardee was a member of Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church and a longtime volunteer for Meals on Wheels. She was a very strong woman and a wonderful role model.
She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, and her youngest daughter, Nancy Hardee Griggs. She is survived by her son, James Baker Hardee Jr. (Sarah); daughters, Mary Beth Hunt and Barbara Campbell (Nat); six beloved grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
A private graveside service will be held in Fernandina Beach.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Endowment Fund of Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church, 3501 W. San Jose St., Tampa, FL 33629, to Meals on Wheels, or to the charity of your choice.
Blount and Curry Funeral Home