Essie Ray Hardin's obituary , Passed away on January 7, 2026 in Clinton, Maryland

Essie Ray Hardin

August 30, 1936 - January 7, 2026 (89 years old)

Clinton, Maryland

Essie Ray Hardin's obituary , Passed away on January 7, 2026 in Clinton, Maryland

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Strickland Funeral Services

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Essie Ray Hardin

August 30, 1936 - January 7, 2026 (89 years old)

Clinton, Maryland

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Essie Ray Hardin Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Essie Ray Hardin of Clinton, Maryland, who passed away on January 7, 2026, at the age of 89, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Essie Ray Hardin or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Essie's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that her spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

She is survived by: her husband Charlie Hardin; her daughters, Tonya Hardin and Tracey Ingram (Ronnie); and her grandchildren, Beatrice Peterson, Jovan Ingram and Ryan Ingram. She is also survived by other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Strickland Funeral Services



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Tue

Jan 20

Visitation

Kettering Baptist Church
6909 Crain Hwy, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Tue

Jan 20

Funeral service

Kettering Baptist Church
6909 Crain Hwy, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Thu

Feb 19

Burial

Maryland Veterans Cemetery

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